Klüber Lubrication, a worldwide manufacturer of specialty lubricants, has introduced Klübersynth GE 4 80 W 140, a fully synthetic high-performance gear oil based on polyalphaolefin (PAO) that offers high stability and protection even under shock … [Read more...] about Klüber Lubrication introduces synthetic gear oil
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Bearing isolator from Inpro/Seal
As the inventor of the original bearing isolator, Inpro/Seal (a Waukesha Bearings Business) continues to provide permanent bearing protection for a variety of applications. No matter the size or complexity of the application, Inpro/Seal can design a … [Read more...] about Bearing isolator from Inpro/Seal
4 great bearing grease videos
Lubrication is one of the most crucial elements of bearing care. Surprisingly, it is also an often neglected aspect of the overall bearing health equation. While oil is sometimes used for lubrication depending on application requirements, grease is … [Read more...] about 4 great bearing grease videos
IGUS dry-tech bearings with no lubrication
More than 50% of machine failures are caused by either too much or not enough lubrication. igus dry-tech bearings are an alternative for lubricated plain and roller bearings. igus develops tribopolymers for continuous dry-running operation. By … [Read more...] about IGUS dry-tech bearings with no lubrication
SKF centralizes the production of bearings with solid oil
SKF has centralized the production of bearings with Solid Oil to promote timely delivery throughout North America and has introduced enhanced formulas to benefit more applications across industries. These bearings are filled with an oil-saturated … [Read more...] about SKF centralizes the production of bearings with solid oil
A talk with Lubriplate Lubricants
I recently spoke with Ellie Girard of Lubriplate Lubricants Company in Newport, Rhode Island. Their newest product is a marine-oriented fluid. “We're offering a hydraulic fluid and a grease, and they're VGP compliant,” she said. “That’s the Vessel … [Read more...] about A talk with Lubriplate Lubricants
FAG Arcanol greases combat downtime and costs caused by inadequate bearing lubrication
Rolling bearing damage can lead to significant downtime or costs, and is almost always caused by improper use or maintenance. Schaeffler’s research has found that over 40% of all cases of rolling bearing damage are caused by inadequate … [Read more...] about FAG Arcanol greases combat downtime and costs caused by inadequate bearing lubrication
Petroleum-based machine tool oils
The Lubriplate No. 0 is a light 5W type of oil for extremely high-speed applications (up to 25,000 rpm) such as spindle lubrication and grinder arbor bearings. It also makes a suitable lamination oil for progressive stamping operations. No. 1 is a … [Read more...] about Petroleum-based machine tool oils
Heavy-Duty, multi-functional lubricating oils
HO-3, HO-4 & HO-5: These multi-functional oils from Lubriplate can be used for bearings, gear cases, central lubricating oil systems, air compressors, hydraulic systems and chains. These oils contain fluid zinc anti-wear additive, high aniline … [Read more...] about Heavy-Duty, multi-functional lubricating oils
Rust and oxidation inhibited (R&O) bearing oils
Designed for industrial applications such as gear cases, bearings, chains, machine ways, and general oiling. These tacky lubricants provide anti-wear lubrication for high sliding action in worm gears. They can also be used for bevel, helical, and … [Read more...] about Rust and oxidation inhibited (R&O) bearing oils