A large freight-rail operator in Australia has approved Vesconite Hilube brake linkage bushings for its locomotive fleet, to replace bushings in its fleet’s brake levers and improve its park brake performance. Brake linkage bushings are … [Read more...] about Brake linkage bushings improve park braking
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Four-ft. diameter lantern rings solve corrosion issues in Hoover Dam hydro plant
When engineers at Hoover Dam determined that the original cast iron lantern rings built into some of its turbines needed to be replaced, they were looking for a solution to help them overcome the corrosion issues they experienced with the cast … [Read more...] about Four-ft. diameter lantern rings solve corrosion issues in Hoover Dam hydro plant
Hitemp 160 pump bushings successfully tested in harsh fuming sulphuric acid
Vesconite Bearings is pleased to announce the successful testing of its Hitemp 160 machined bushings in a demanding application in South Korea. The client, a prominent industrial entity, carried out testing by fully submerging the bushings in an … [Read more...] about Hitemp 160 pump bushings successfully tested in harsh fuming sulphuric acid
Water quality improved with grease-free wicket gate bushings
When one hydroelectric plant operator took an environmental stance against water pollution, it went cold turkey on its use of grease in its plants. Grease is a common lubricant on bronze bushings, ensuring that the bronze bushings can move easily … [Read more...] about Water quality improved with grease-free wicket gate bushings
Low-friction bearings reduce energy losses in free-stream turbines
A hydro turbine company based in Portland, Maine, USA, has chosen Vesconite Bearings’ lowest-friction material for the thrust bearings on its free-stream turbines. The material, Vesconite Superlube, has one of the lowest coefficients of friction … [Read more...] about Low-friction bearings reduce energy losses in free-stream turbines
Simpler aeration pump design reduces maintenance requirements
There are times when a simple pump design and less maintenance are preferred by pump users, especially in messy dirty wastewater applications. Such was the case with one wastewater plant operator in South Africa, which was being called in every … [Read more...] about Simpler aeration pump design reduces maintenance requirements
Indian dam project demonstrates Vesconite creep, abrasion resistance
Indian hydroelectric projects offer unique challenges: they are exposed to monsoon floods for a few months of the year and then a dry spell for the rest of the year. After being dormant for long periods, bearings associated with these projects … [Read more...] about Indian dam project demonstrates Vesconite creep, abrasion resistance
CCS certification beneficial for significant future Chinese bearing supply
Vesconite Bearings has received its China Classification Society (CCS) Certificate of Works Approval. This was announced by Vesconite Bearings Quality Control Manager Jaco Prinsloo, who notes that the certification is valid for four years and is … [Read more...] about CCS certification beneficial for significant future Chinese bearing supply
Vesconite hydro turbine parts replace bronze
Hydro turbine bearing components machined from Vesconite Hilube have been installed at the Crai Water Turbine and Pollok Sawmill Projects in Wales. The UK consultant on hydroelectric turbine design and maintenance on the project had first come … [Read more...] about Vesconite hydro turbine parts replace bronze
Five bearing sets are destined for racer-cruising yachts
A New Zealand builder of composite motor yachts has forward-ordered five bearing sets for its upcoming builds later this year. The company’s yachts range from 15 to 50 meters and the boat maker specializes in engineering excellence and quality … [Read more...] about Five bearing sets are destined for racer-cruising yachts
