All the forces from the wind act directly on the rotor bearing support in a wind turbine and the rolling bearings are therefore subjected to highly dynamic loads and operating conditions. A range of powertrain designs have established themselves on … [Read more...] about Schaeffler rotor bearings for wind turbines
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Thordon Bearings converts ships to seawater lubricated shaft lines
Thordon Bearings and Drydocks World-Dubai (DDW-D) signed an agreement under which the UAE-based shipyard will work together with Thordon Bearings Inc. to promote the conversion of ships’ oil lubricated propeller shafts to Thordon’s COMPAC open … [Read more...] about Thordon Bearings converts ships to seawater lubricated shaft lines
What industries are changing bearing design?
Industry growth, in areas like medical, semiconductor and electronics, is pushing overall design engineering into the future. Bearing design specifically, is no exception. Bearing manufacturers realize that to remain competitive they must listen to … [Read more...] about What industries are changing bearing design?
SKF on bearing trends: Part 5
This is the final installment of a 5 part series on bearing trends. By David R. Mikalonis 5. LUBRICANT ALTERNATIVES Lubrication is critical to bearing and equipment performance, but issues have always persisted, whether involving how and … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 5
SKF on bearing trends: Part 4
This is the fourth installment of a 5 part series on bearing trends. By David R. Mikalonis 4. SPECIALTY COATINGS Coating options can enhance levels of protection for a bearing or perform other functions to promote longer service life in an … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 4
SKF on bearing trends: Part 1
By David R. Mikalonis Every innovation in the design, engineering, and materials for rolling element bearings ultimately expands options for design engineers to specify the right bearing for the right application and, in turn, elevate equipment … [Read more...] about SKF on bearing trends: Part 1
SAFQ inch-series Cooper Quick-Change bearing pedestals
New SAFQ inch-series Cooper Quick-Change angled bearing pedestals are now in stock for immediate delivery as quick change-out replacements for industry-standard pillow block housings. Their unique design consists of two split halves enabling easy … [Read more...] about SAFQ inch-series Cooper Quick-Change bearing pedestals
Are certain industries influencing basic bearing design?
Basic bearing design has remained largely static over the last few decades. But some emerging industries have people curious about how specialized application demands might foster changes in bearing design. Is this really the case? We spoke with … [Read more...] about Are certain industries influencing basic bearing design?
Is there a greater need for in-house engineering support in the bearing industry?
We asked Emerson Bearing Boston's Steve Katz about why the demand for in-house engineering support has grown and is expected to grow further in 2017. Here is what he had to say: "Emerson Bearing Boston has expanded services to provide custom parts … [Read more...] about Is there a greater need for in-house engineering support in the bearing industry?
IKO’s two new lubrication options for cam followers
IKO International now offers two different long-term lubrication technologies for cam followers: a self-lubricating solution for the cam follower itself, as well as an external mechanism that lubricates the bearing surfaces against the rail. IKO’s … [Read more...] about IKO’s two new lubrication options for cam followers