Lubricating Stainless Steel and Self-Aligning Linear Ball Bearings have never been easier. "New Design" pillow blocks and flange blocks from LM76, feature a lubrication fitting, and an alignment set screw in the pillow blocks and flange blocks, and … [Read more...] about Stainless steel and self aligning linear ball bearings
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Plastic pillow block bearings replace metallic solutions
Pillow block bearings play a central role in the food industry. They are used in the continuously-operating roller conveyors and conveyor belts to ensure that the shafts rotate smoothly under heavy loads. Metallic pillow block bearings require … [Read more...] about Plastic pillow block bearings replace metallic solutions
AutomationDirect adds polymer bearings and compatible aluminum shafts
AutomationDirect has added three styles of polymer (plastic) bearings and compatible hard anodized aluminum linear shafts to its mechanical power transmission line. igus DryLin R series linear plain bearings are dimensionally interchangeable with … [Read more...] about AutomationDirect adds polymer bearings and compatible aluminum shafts
Biodegradable lubricants on sterntube bearings
Thordon Bearings has welcomed an industry initiative to evaluate the effect of biodegradable lubricants on sterntube bearings following a reported marked increase in sealed oil lubricated propeller shaft bearing failures. While many ship operators … [Read more...] about Biodegradable lubricants on sterntube bearings
Multi-purpose extreme pressure bearing and chassis grease
With the introduction of 219 SynForce Green, a multi-purpose extreme pressure bearing and chassis grease, Schaeffer’s Specialized Lubricants is once again pushing the boundaries of its synthetic heavy machinery lubricants, company officials announced … [Read more...] about Multi-purpose extreme pressure bearing and chassis grease
iglide: the material
iglide high-performance plastics are a combination of strengthening fibers, base polymers and solid lubricants, which creates a mating surface for shafts. In this following video, we see how the material blend is developed to be the best solution for … [Read more...] about iglide: the material
Extending bearing life in demanding applications
Although bearings and other precision components are generally made of hardened steel or metal alloys, those used in high load applications can still fail from excessive wear, surface fatigue, pitting, galling and corrosion. This is exacerbated in … [Read more...] about Extending bearing life in demanding applications
Low-noise rolling bearing grease
Klϋber Lubrication, a worldwide manufacturer of specialty lubricants, introduces Klüberquiet BQ 72-72, a low-noise rolling bearing grease for long-term lubrication. The low-noise characteristic of this grease makes it suitable for applications … [Read more...] about Low-noise rolling bearing grease
Igubal pillow block bearings on pest control drone
The FitoStinger drone was developed for pest control by the TSA Center in Spain. The drone is equipped with an extendable arm, which is used to accurately spray pesticides. To treat only affected areas accurately, the drone must be both durable and … [Read more...] about Igubal pillow block bearings on pest control drone
More efficient bearing lubrication
The time spent on greasing bushings can be substantial. Although some greasing globally is automated, much re-lubrication is performed by hand using a grease gun. This means that the time spent greasing one grease point totals between three and … [Read more...] about More efficient bearing lubrication