This is the third installment of a 5 part series on bearing trends. By David R. Mikalonis 3. APPLICATION-SPECIFIC ENGINEERING From cryogenic pumps to wind turbines, among other critical equipment applications, focused engineering scrutiny of … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 3
Bearing Basics
SKF on bearing trends: Part 2
This is the second installment of a 5 part series on bearing trends. By David R. Mikalonis 2. MULTI-FUNCTIONALITY Bearings equipped to perform multiple functions have taken bearing technology – and machinery – to higher levels of … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 2
AST: Bearings in encoders: Part V- Lubrication
By Christine Berlly Welcome to the final entry into our comprehensive look at bearing design considerations for encoders! Bearing lubricant selection (and amount) is critical in optical encoders. Optical encoders rely on optoelectronic components … [Read more...] about AST: Bearings in encoders: Part V- Lubrication
AST: Bearings in Encoders: Part II
By Christine Berlly Here we take a closer look into bearing in encoders, and mechanical specifications in particular. These specifications include runout, starting torque, running torque, maximum RPM, life versus speed/load, and shaft … [Read more...] about AST: Bearings in Encoders: Part II
AST: Bearings in Encoders: Part I
By Christine Berlly From robotics to heavy-duty industrial machinery, optical encoders are critical components in motion control. Choosing the correct bearing for use in an encoder is an important design consideration to promote performance and … [Read more...] about AST: Bearings in Encoders: Part I
How to avoid copy-cat thermoplastic bearings
Low-quality thermoplastics tend to give thermoplastics, in general, a poor reputation, with some melting when exposed to UV light, some offering limited resistance to solvents and some relaxing and weakening under long-term loading. This situation … [Read more...] about How to avoid copy-cat thermoplastic bearings
Why are flanged ball bearings needed?
By Joyce Laird, Contributing Editor What makes flanged ball bearings different than other ball bearings? A flanged ball bearing is not truly a different type of bearing. Just as ball bearings are offered sealed or open, they are also available … [Read more...] about Why are flanged ball bearings needed?
“Installing Your Bearings Right the First Time”– 5 Tips for Success
Rexnord recently released its new “Installing Your Bearings Right the First Time — 5 Tips for Success” webinar. This free, on-demand webinar features Mark Czubak, Principal Engineer for Bearings at Rexnord, who is a bearing expert with nearly 40 … [Read more...] about “Installing Your Bearings Right the First Time”– 5 Tips for Success
Bearing friction basics: A primer
American Roller Bearings Edited by Mike Santora Rolling element bearings, such as ball bearings and roller bearings, are used in equipment primarily because they support the loads inherent to the machine’s function at a much lower friction level … [Read more...] about Bearing friction basics: A primer
6 reasons to use plastic spherical bearings
When starting work on a new project that requires motion control, one of the most important considerations is what bearings to use. It’s easy to fall back on what you’ve been using for years instead of rocking the boat with new ideas or concepts. You … [Read more...] about 6 reasons to use plastic spherical bearings