By Joyce Laird, contributing editor SKF supplies all of its bearing inserts with a seal or shield on both sides. For most ball bearing unit applications, no additional external protection is convenient. Therefore, the bearing inserts are available … [Read more...] about Bearing insert sealing options
FAQs
What are pillow block bearing insert locking mechanisms?
By Joyce Laird, contributing editor Pillow block bearing inserts have an extended inner ring with different locking devices to enable quick and easy mounting onto the shaft. Design engineers typically request bearing units with the locking mechanism … [Read more...] about What are pillow block bearing insert locking mechanisms?
What is a pillow block bearing unit?
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?
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?
