productNew from Bowman International, the BowMet range of rolled bearings is reported to offer a higher load capacity and longer life than comparable bearings, together with outstanding heat, speed and corrosion capabilities. It is manufactured in ToughMet alloy, developed by Materion in the USA.
productAcceleration enveloping is a signal processing technique that can improve condition based monitoring by detecting the first faint signs of bearing failure, explains Chris Hansford, managing director at Hansford Sensors
productBoston Gear has added new mounted bearing designs and universal joints to its line of stainless steel shaft accessories designed for high pressure food processing and packaging washdown applications.
productThomson Industries, a manufacturer of mechanical motion control solutions, demonstrates in its new educational Tech Tips video how to lubricate linear bearings and guides.
productSKF has redesigned its linear ball bearings to create a longer lasting, more robust set of products.
productBy replacing solid spherical roller bearings on a vehicle bodywork washer conveyor belt drive with split spherical roller bearings and matching housings from Schaeffler, a car manufacturer in Spain has significantly reduced the time it takes to replace damaged bearings, resulting in reduced maintenance costs and reduced downtime of the washer plant.
productFreudenberg Sealing Technologies has developed the Ventoguard material family to seal the bearings of wind power plants. Seals manufactured from this material are said to stand out for their longevity.
productSKF has introduced an online heater selection tool for bearings and similar workpieces. The tool makes it quick and easy for SKF customers and distributors to find the right heater for various applications.
articlePaul Mitchell, managing director of Bowman International, which specialises in the manufacture and supply of bearings and sintered components, looks at three of the biggest issues affecting the plain bearings industry – and suggests how engineers can use them to their advantage
articleBearings are one of the most frequently damaged components as failure can be caused by a multitude of factors – from improper installation and mishandling to particulate contamination or under-lubrication. In this article, Malcolm Watson of Brammer and Tony Synnott of NSK Bearings look at the most common types of bearing damage and how they can be prevented
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