Because using the right grease for the job can prevent expensive equipment damage, WD-40 Company is introducing WD-40 Specialist Greases, a family of lubricants for automotive, construction and farming professionals dealing with a variety of … [Read more...] about New WD-40 specialist greases prevent cross-contamination
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GGB engineered plastics bearings for food and beverage processing
Productivity demands in food and beverage processing applications have led to reduced maintenance schedules. Downtime for unplanned maintenance is costly and can lead to production schedules being missed. This, combined with the increasing … [Read more...] about GGB engineered plastics bearings for food and beverage processing
When bearings don’t work up to their potential
By Steve Katz, Action Bearing Boston Emerson Bearing Boston Edited by Mike Santora When specifying the correct bearing to use in an application, there are critical factors to take into consideration such as: · Envelope dimensions · Axial and … [Read more...] about When bearings don’t work up to their potential
Schaeffler’s asymmetric spherical roller bearing for wind turbines
A compact tapered roller bearing unit, with a direct flange mounting facility, makes logistics and mounting significantly easier. Spherical roller bearings which have been optimized to the last µ and a new asymmetric spherical roller bearing allow … [Read more...] about Schaeffler’s asymmetric spherical roller bearing for wind turbines
NKE: Application analysis for lubrication of rolling bearings
For the reliable operation of rolling bearings, correct lubrication is a vital and all too often overlooked factor. By Daniel Stöckl and Klaus Grissenberger, application engineers at NKE Austria GmbH in Steyr. Edited by Mike Santora The main … [Read more...] about NKE: Application analysis for lubrication of rolling bearings
Nye’s new bearing tester arrives
Bearings are one of the most important machine elements in the world, with billions in operation at any given second. Their operation is critical to carry and transport loads, while also allowing movement. From miniature bearings in computer fans, to … [Read more...] about Nye’s new bearing tester arrives
FoodStream pillow and flange blocks from LM76
FoodStream electrodeless Nickel plated pillow and flange blocks from LM76 are FDA/USDA/3A-Dairy compliant linear motion components. They complement LM76's line of FDA compliant bearings, scraper seals, and shafting. FoodStream off-the-shelf pillow … [Read more...] about FoodStream pillow and flange blocks from LM76
Part 2: Timken and Robbins team up for the OCIT project
By Mike Santora Timken and Robbins are collaborating on the tunnel boring machine set to carve a path for the Ohio Canal Interceptor Tunnel in Akron, OH. In this second and final installment of story, the project's principle engineers give us an … [Read more...] about Part 2: Timken and Robbins team up for the OCIT project
Self-lubricating spherical aircraft bearings from DuPont and Longxi
DuPont and Fujian Longxi Bearing (Group) Corporation Limited (“LS”) have teamed up for a new advance in self-lubricating spherical bearings in aircraft design. The collaboration brings spherical bearing design and wear resistant liner expertise … [Read more...] about Self-lubricating spherical aircraft bearings from DuPont and Longxi
How does shelf life affect bearings and their lubricants?
By Joyce Laird, contributing editor It goes without saying that all bearings and lubricants should be stored in a protected area that is relatively vibration and dirt free and not subjected to temperature extremes or excessive humidity. Some … [Read more...] about How does shelf life affect bearings and their lubricants?