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
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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
Stern-tube-bearing delivery planning for lower dry-dock fees
Preparation for repairs of marine vessels often involves precise planning. This is why Vesconite Bearings Netherlands has already decided on the date of despatch for a Vesconite Hilube stern tube bearing that will be delivered to Vigo, located in … [Read more...] about Stern-tube-bearing delivery planning for lower dry-dock fees
New labyrinth seals avoid galling and failures
Labyrinth seals can now be ordered from Vesconite Bearings using client specifications. This follows the supply and successful use of Vesconite labyrinth seals by several large pump original equipment manufacturers in multiple labyrinth seal … [Read more...] about New labyrinth seals avoid galling and failures
Vesconite labyrinth seal improves desalination pump performance
A desalination plant in the Middle East commissioned a 6 MW pump with a Vesconite labyrinth seal in 2022. This is according to the product manager at a large Austrian technology company tasked with designing the pump. His company advertises … [Read more...] about Vesconite labyrinth seal improves desalination pump performance
Vesconite commissions large-quantity production unit
Vesconite Bearings commissioned a dedicated facility for high production runs of finished parts in June. This follows its purchase of a thousand-square-meter structure that had been used as a grain silo and then as a seed store by its previous … [Read more...] about Vesconite commissions large-quantity production unit
Air seeder advanced with Vesconite bushings
Vesconite Bearings has received a large order for wear-resistant bushings from a Canadian manufacturer that manufactures air seeders, among other equipment. This is according to Vesconite application developer Marius van Zyl, who has been involved … [Read more...] about Air seeder advanced with Vesconite bushings
New king pin and thrust bearings save costs for forklift company
A forklift rental company in the Cape Winelands, South Africa, is experiencing less downtime, expenditure, and fewer equipment repairs thanks to the introduction of Vesconite king pin and thrust bearings on its forklifts. This is according to … [Read more...] about New king pin and thrust bearings save costs for forklift company