LNG is gaining ground as a viable green alternative for a wide range of commercial transport applications. However, it does present significant challenges to fuel systems and pumps, specifically dealing with extreme temperatures.

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The aggressive chemicals typically found within washdown solutions for food and beverage manufacture and preparation areas are highly corrosive. To ensure the long-term hygiene of standard parts and components used within these applications, high-grade stainless steel is required. However, dependent on the environment, not all standard parts used within the food and beverage sector may require premium corrosion resistance to ensure hygiene.

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As sole distribution agents for several specialist bearing manufacturers, Oxfordshire-based Carter Manufacturing follows a unique process from every sales enquiry through to delivery of the product to the customer, explains Melvin Meader

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To maximise their life expectancy, bearings need to be correctly fitted, lubricated and maintained, says Alan Stewart

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Bearing maintenance is essential, but this can be a Sisyphean challenge when a single machine can contain hundreds of bearings. Given this, it's important to have an effective condition monitoring strategy in place, explains Chris Johnson

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Corrosion-resistant bearings are necessary in food processing and chemical manufacturing, but which materials are up to the job, asks Chris Johnson?

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VIBRATION ANALYSIS has long been an instrument of choice for use with bearings and other rotating equipment. More commonly, ultrasound is being used in conjunction with vibration analysis to help technicians confirm the condition of mechanical assets

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By resisting the effects of contamination, split spherical roller bearings extend the working life of conveyors. This reduces the need for maintenance, which improves both operating efficiency and worker safety. Clive Jennings, SKF Cooper Split Bearing Product Manager at SKF explains. 

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Keeping abreast of technological innovations is challenging, but what if something as simple as changing your bearings could increase plant productivity and reduce costs? Jane Curtis, bearings product manager at Brammer Buck & Hickman, looks at the potential impact of some of the most recent innovations in bearing technology.

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Condition monitoring is transforming the once complex and costly business of maintaining mounted bearings, says ABB’s Tristin Hurst.

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As 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

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Early indications of bearing damage enable a user to replace bearings during regularly scheduled maintenance, avoiding otherwise costly unscheduled machine downtime. Important parameters for monitoring machine condition include noise, temperature and vibration. Phil Burge, marketing and communications manager of SKF explains

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It’s high summer and the beers are flowing to meet seasonal demand; but what should brewers be doing to ensure that their production systems work reliably to satisfy consumer demand? SKF’s Phil Burge turns his attention to the critical maintenance task of lubrication and uses the example of one German brewer who has gained considerable benefits from its investment in a fully automated lubrication system

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Exotic materials such as high-nitrogen steels make hybrid bearings suitable for extreme applications under conditions of poor lubrication or contamination, says Phil Burge, Marketing and Communications Manager at SKF

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About 90% of bearing failures – that are likely to have an adverse impact on productivity – are caused by non-fatigue factors, including contamination, corrosion and improper handling. Here, Dean Askew, head of category bearings at Brammer, discusses some of the common causes – and shares solutions to help reduce unplanned downtime

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Paul Mitchell, managing director of Bowman International explores the importance of considering the shaft and the bearing material as one entity when specifying bearings for high speed or high load applications

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As the economic climate continues to be challenging for many, some managers may be tempted to save a few pounds on lower quality bearings which may prove to be a false economy. Paul Loader, national sales manager for Industria Bearings & Transmissions, looks at some of the key considerations when purchasing bearings and offers advice on ensuring the right product is selected

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Improper installation is the root cause of one in every six bearing failures. Phil Burge, Country Communication Manager at SKF, explains how the right mounting techniques can transform machine performance and reliability

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High-performance plastic bearings are continually working to forge a path into almost every industry – from packaging machines and medical devices, to automotive and many more. However, there are still sceptics in the engineering community due to the misconception that plastic is inferior or weaker than metal. Robert Dumayne, director at igus, looks at how plastic bearings compare to sintered-bronze and PTFE-lined bearings

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Bearings can play a pivotal role in reducing whole life costs of dry vacuum pumps, as Nick Dowding, business development manager at The Barden Corporation (UK), explains

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