articleBack in 2000, scientists discovered zircon in rocks that showed life might have started 500 million years earlier than previously thought. This incredible compound has made a huge impact, as has its oxide, zirconia (ZrO2), used to make full ceramic bearings. Here, Chris Johnson, managing director of specialist bearing supplier, SMB Bearings, explains the three most overlooked factors concerning full ceramic bearings.
articleAs the name suggests, corrosion-resistant bearings can be used in applications where corrodible materials wouldn’t suffice — think food processing, chemical manufacturing, pharmaceutical production and bearings for marine applications. But, what materials suffice? Chris Johnson, managing director of miniature bearing supplier SMB Bearings, explains
productSpecialist supplier of miniature bearings, SMB Bearings, has introduced a new range of 316 grade stainless steel ball bearings to its catalogue. These have been specially selected for customers with applications in harsh environments, which the bearings can withstand due to their marine grade stainless steel construction.
productThere are now classifications of different food-grade lubricants, including the H1 and H2 standards set by public health and safety organisation, NSF International.
productSMB Bearings has been supplying bearings for robotics for more than 30 years and has now published a whitepaper on the subject
productMiniature bearing supplier, SMB Bearings has opened the doors of its relubrication room.
productSMB Bearings now offers a small batch relubrication service. Those looking to buy or relubricate just a few bearings with specialised grease will no longer need to meet minimum order requirements.
productJust as the health and strength of real human skeletons are dependent on good decisions, such as diet, to ensure effective movement and longevity, robotic skeletons are dependant on similar wisdom. With specialists in robot software, sensor technology and mechanical engineers working together to drive the development of robotic exoskeletons, every decision is a make or break contribution — including bearing choice.
articleThe Amazon Picking Challenge, set by online retailer Amazon, challenged roboticists to create a robot that can pick and stow 12 products from a shelf into a bag. The Shadow Robot Company, designer and manufacturer of anthropomorphic robot hands, addressed the challenge with the help of precision bearing specialist, SMB Bearings
productThe reputations of well-known bearing manufacturers are under threat from the sale of illegal, poor quality counterfeit bearings, reports SMB Bearings. The company, which is distributor of EZO bearings, is urging customers to purchase bearings only from a reputable manufacturer or distributor.
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