By Joyce Laird, contributing editor Pillow blocks can refer to a variety of bearing styles such as single row ball bearings, double-row ball bearings, spherical roller bearings, taper roller bearings, etc. A unit is typically a reference for a … [Read more...] about What is a pillow block bearing unit?
FAQs
Timken’s 14 step procedure for bearing analysis
Follow these steps for an accurate and complete analysis when investigating any bearing damage or system breakdowns. 1. Gather operating data from bearing monitoring devices; analyze service and maintenance records and charts; and secure … [Read more...] about Timken’s 14 step procedure for bearing analysis
Bearing failure and analysis
The accurate diagnosis of a bearing failure is imperative to prevent repeat failure and additional expense. By Steven Katz • President | Emerson Bearing Rolling bearings are precision machine elements found in a wide variety of applications. … [Read more...] about Bearing failure and analysis
Part 2: Three more bearing killers and how to stop them
Bearing failure can grind your operations to a halt, resulting in significant lost time and production. Here are the last three of our six common factors that can cause bearings to fail, and what you can do to prevent them. By Jerry Rhodes, General … [Read more...] about Part 2: Three more bearing killers and how to stop them
3 bearing killers and how to stop them: Part 1
Bearing failure can grind your operations to a halt, resulting in significant lost time and production. Here are the first three of six common factors that can cause bearings to fail, and what you can do to prevent them. By Jerry Rhodes, General … [Read more...] about 3 bearing killers and how to stop them: Part 1
How do you select thin section bearings?
By Joyce Laird, contributing editor Why are thin section ball bearings needed? Thin Section Ball Bearings were developed to solve problems where standard deep groove ball bearings are not suitable. John A. Wallace, Vice President of Operations, … [Read more...] about How do you select thin section bearings?
Bearing design considerations for hand tools
By John Wallace, Vice President of Operations, AST Bearings Edited by Mike Santora Handheld power tools are commonplace in a variety of industries from automotive to aerospace. In construction, they are used by professional builders and DIYers … [Read more...] about Bearing design considerations for hand tools
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?
Stamping bearings introduction and its installation method
Stamping bearings generally consist of inner ring ,outer ring, stamping body and cage.It is rely on press and sheet, strip, pipe and profiles, such as external force, to produce plastic deformation or separation, to obtain the required shape and size … [Read more...] about Stamping bearings introduction and its installation method
What is a double direction tapered roller thrust bearing?
A tapered roller thrust bearings is a specific type of bearing designed to handle strong axial loads in a small space. This type of bearing typically has high axially rigidity, self-alignment capabilities and shock load compensation. As the name … [Read more...] about What is a double direction tapered roller thrust bearing?