For control systems on automobiles and other applications where space and weight restrictions can be problematic, new thin xiros ball bearings from igus are available in accordance with DIN 625 for rotary controls. The xiros 67 and 68 thin ring … [Read more...] about igus’ self-lubricating, maintenance free ball bearings
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Vesconite Bearings renews RINA certification
A ship docking in Trieste, Italy, soon will be the first to install an extra large Vesconite rudder bearing under Vesconite Bearings’ renewed RINA, or Registro Italiano Navale, ship certification. Vesconite Bearings was able to renew the … [Read more...] about Vesconite Bearings renews RINA certification
Tidal turbine successfully tested
Vesconite Bearings and tidal energy equipment developer Norwegian Ocean Power has successfully trialled its Pulsus horizontal-axis spiral-design tidal turbine as part of the development of its first commercial unit. The turbines were tested in … [Read more...] about Tidal turbine successfully tested
Emerson Bearing Boston introduces new tool for product selection
Emerson Bearing Boston, a bearing company catering to Original Equipment Manufacturers and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO), has recently rolled out the Product Selector Tool on it website. Developed for production buyers, plant managers, … [Read more...] about Emerson Bearing Boston introduces new tool for product selection
Full ceramic bearings from Boca Bearing Company
The Boca Bearing Company has expanded its line of full ceramic balls, full ceramic deep groove radial bearings, full ceramic thrust bearings, and full ceramic insert bearings. Ceramic bearings are suitable for use in many specialty applications. … [Read more...] about Full ceramic bearings from Boca Bearing Company
Additive manufacturing of rolling bearings at Schaeffler
Schaeffler and DMG MORI are continuing their cooperation, expanding it to include the development of additive manufacturing processes for rolling bearing components. Both companies signed a cooperation agreement at JIMTOF 2016, the Japan … [Read more...] about Additive manufacturing of rolling bearings at Schaeffler
Searching for creative plastic bearing applications
igus is launching its 8th manus award competition, The application phase for the 2017 manus competition is now underway, continuing through February 24th, and awards of up to 5,000 euros will be presented at April’s Hanover Trade Show in … [Read more...] about Searching for creative plastic bearing applications
Nexen introduces pre-configured geared bearing solution
Nexen Group introduces complete Geared Bearing solutions based on their Roller Pinion System (RPS). The new Geared Bearing package comes complete with a zero backlash gear mounted and dialed in on a precision grade high capacity bearing. Nexen’s … [Read more...] about Nexen introduces pre-configured geared bearing solution
Fake bearings, real danger: Part 2
By Mike Santora 2016 saw sustained strength within the counterfeit bearings market. While global initiatives by companies like SKF and groups like the World Bearing Association have helped slow the bleeding, experts say there is still much to be … [Read more...] about Fake bearings, real danger: Part 2
Fake bearings, real danger: How to fight back in 2017
By Mike Santora 2016 saw sustained strength within the counterfeit bearings market. While global initiatives by companies like SKF and groups like the World Bearing Association have helped slow the bleeding, experts say there is still much to be … [Read more...] about Fake bearings, real danger: How to fight back in 2017