Few 1950’s companies foresaw the path they must take to thrive in 21st Century markets. A case in point is the change in the surgical equipment market. Robots are invading it. Maybe this was anticipated in science fiction but in the real world, who … [Read more...] about Bearings, anti-creep devices and the medical industry
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Bearing company launches new mobile app
As bearings and other motion components advance, so must the access routes to these components. Engineers young and old are now demanding that digital technology, and the connectivity advances that go with it, help put the product in their hands … [Read more...] about Bearing company launches new mobile app
Sensing technology for bearings
Amongst manufacturers, the stances on sensing technology in bearings are as diverse as the types of bearings themselves. Some companies make it an R&D priority, some pay it no mind altogether while others still, are stepping back and seeing how … [Read more...] about Sensing technology for bearings
Motion Industries to acquire Missouri power transmission
Motion Industries, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Genuine Parts Company, has entered into a definitive agreement whereby Motion Industries has agreed to acquire Missouri Power Transmission. Execution of the transaction is expected to take place … [Read more...] about Motion Industries to acquire Missouri power transmission
Seal segments materials for bearings
Drake Plastics’ Product & Process Development team recently developed a process to produce Seal Segments for finish machining into split or segmented seals, bearings, labyrinth seals and thrust washers. Seal Segments can be made from 12-in. (300 … [Read more...] about Seal segments materials for bearings
New app for mounting bearings
SKF today announced the introduction of a new app for its SKF Drive-up Method for mounting bearings. Developed for ease of use in the field, the app is offered in both iOS and Android formats and can be used on smartphones and tablets. Complementing … [Read more...] about New app for mounting bearings
New iglide F2 ESD bearing material
Uncontrolled static discharges may negatively affect electronic components, can hinder production processes, or even contribute to fire risk. In certain industries, such as textile manufacturing, particles and flying debris are attracted by … [Read more...] about New iglide F2 ESD bearing material
Company profile: Rexnord
Company Name: Rexnord Established: 1892 Headquarters: Milwaukee, Wisconsin CEO/President: Todd A. Adams Products: Supplier of power transmission and conveying components including bearings Mission Statement/Motto: To be a leading … [Read more...] about Company profile: Rexnord
Company profile: Boca Bearing
Company Name: Boca Bearing Established: NA Headquarters: Boynton Beach, FL CEO/President: Allen Baum Products: precision ceramic bearings and more. Mission Statement/Motto: The Boca Bearing Company stands behind the quality of … [Read more...] about Company profile: Boca Bearing
Company profile: Koyo
Company Name: Koyo (JTEKT North America Corporation: Koyo is the JTEKT Corporation brand for Bearings) Established: 1921 Headquarters: Canton, OH CEO/President: Hiroyuki Kaijima Products: Ball, needle and roller bearings and … [Read more...] about Company profile: Koyo