2023 is finally here and the staff at Bearing Tips can’t wait to continue bringing you the best bearing-related content available. But before we do that, we want to give 2022 a proper send-off. So here’s a recap of the 5 articles that most captured your attention on Bearing Tips this year.   5. Thordon Bearings […]

APO-GEE, a deep-tech start-up based in Liège, Belgium, specializing in ball bearing engineering, announces that it has solved the cage instability problem, to which no fully satisfactory response has been possible for more than 50 years. If the ball bearing is one of the most widespread mechanical components, its real behavior remains largely misunderstood when […]

Resolution and accuracy have almost doubled, and the price has remained the same – those who choose 3D cameras from the Ensenso N series can now benefit from more advanced models. The new stereo vision cameras (N31, N36, N41, N46) can now be purchased from IDS Imaging Development Systems. The Ensenso N 3D cameras have…

Rolling-element, anti-friction bearings, either ball- or roller-type, provide a mechanical means of countering radial and axial loads in rotating and reciprocating shafts. This article will briefly describe both types, then cite some examples where one type might be selected over the other. Ball Bearings A typical ball bearing consists of inner and outer raceways, a […]

The performance of the lubricant in the bearing industry is a major issue – how long and how well it can minimize friction to prevent bearing wear. Nye offers an extensive collection of bearing oils and greases. Each is designed to provide an adequate film of lubricant throughout a range of operating temperatures, speeds and […]

Climax C801 Single Nut Locking assembly is designed to provide a high-capacity mechanical interference fit between components. The C801 locking assembly eliminates the need for keyways or cumbersome fits. It provides zero backlash and can be installed quickly due to the simple single-nut tightening design. C801s are suitable for situations with spatial constraints and are […]

By Shelley Doherty Stafford Manufacturing Corp. designs and manufactures rigid couplings, shaft collars, and specialty mechanical parts used in automation, power transmission, motion control, and other OEM and MRO applications. The company has collars and couplings available in square, threaded, hexagonal, keyed, and round bore configurations. In addition, it can add drive slots, press-fits, pulleys, […]

Gasoline engines, pumps, generators, and other machines operating in rugged environments require long-lasting components to ensure successful performance. Clutches designed with durable materials can prevent breakdowns, which would otherwise lead to expensive maintenance and downtime. One example of a ruggedized clutch — the EPC multiple-disc electric pulley clutch — consists of a standard electromagnetic multiple-disc […]

Bosch Rexroth has opened a new customer innovation center near Austin, Texas. The facility will provide a unique technology development experience for Bosch Rexroth factory automation customers from multiple industry segments, including electric vehicle manufacturing, battery production, consumer packaged goods, and semiconductor manufacturing. The new innovation center is the latest in a series of expansions…

ROTEX ZRS jaw coupling for bridging smaller and larger shaft distances The lightweight type ZRS made of high-strength aluminum impresses by very high overall stiffness. The high stiffness of the aluminum pipe results from the design; here two pipes combined via webs – the ROTEX cams – are concerned. There is a positive impact on the […]

The component manufacturing plant in Nizna, Slovakia, was renamed at the end of 2021 to be even more closely affiliated with R+W, and as of 15 August 2022, an additional managing director was recruited to strengthen the operations. Certain components for the precision couplings manufactured by German company, R+W, are supplied by the production plant […]

Growth industries like electric vehicles, battery energy storage systems and next-generation semiconductors require higher-purity graphite. The global demand for graphite is surging and expected to continue for decades, driven by the broad use of graphite for a range of products such as batteries for EV cars and energy storage systems, LEDs, solar equipment, high-performance semiconductors,…

The Power Transmission Distributors Association (PTDA), the leading association for the industrial power transmission/motion control (PT/MC) distribution channel, welcomes three new member companies. Distributor Members Belt Power (Marietta, Ga.) Belt Power is an independent distributor and fabricator of conveyor system components including conveyor belts, equipment, accessories, power transmission products, rubber hoses, and gasket products. Belt […]

AutomationDirect has added new models of Dold safety relays to their line of safety products. This addition includes more motor standstill monitoring relays with models that support muting, as well as safety relay extension modules with more outputs for safety system expansion. AutomationDirect www.automationdirect.com/safety-relays

A deep groove ball bearing is one of the most common types of rolling bearing. The basic type of deep groove ball bearing consists of an outer ring, an inner ring, a set of steel balls, and a set of cages. There are two types of deep groove ball bearings, single-row, and double-row. The deep […]

Journal or sleeve bearings rely on fluid films – usually oil – to support rotating shafts. Ball and roller bearings provide the same support of shafts through mechanical means. Both bearings are used to counter radial and axial loads. This article will briefly describe both types, then cite some examples where one type might be […]

Greene Tweed, a global manufacturer of high-performance sealing solutions and engineered components, highlights Enduro LF10, a thin conformal, polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) based coating ideal for enhancing the performance and extending the lifetime of elastomeric, thermoplastic, or metal manufacturing equipment components. By reducing the sticking force between component interfaces or friction-related wear, Enduro LF10 reduces particulate generation. […]

Virtualizing control systems with FactoryTalk® Logix Echo can help customers save significant engineering efforts and financial expenditure at every stage of a project from start to finish. Attention was dedicated to improving testing, giving users access to more than 20 variations of the 5580 ControlLogix platform at their disposal. FactoryTalk Logix Echo simplifies the emulator…

Voith’s product portfolio includes constant-fill fluid couplings, fill-controlled fluid couplings, fluid couplings for diesel engines, and customer-specific drive solutions. A highly efficient and reliable drive system increases productivity and provides peace of mind. Whether you require fluid couplings or a customized drive package, Voith is your partner of choice. We assist you in gently accelerating […]

Torsional flexible coupling equipped with elastic element working in compression. Suitable for motion reversals and multidirectional flexibility. Technical Data Torque Range TKN [kNm] 0.025 kNm – 48.6 kNm Speed range [1/min] 1200 RPM – 12500 RPM Application High-Speed Shaft of machinery driven by electric motors. Efficiency Allows for compensating axial, radial, and angular misalignments Limited […]

At a Glance: Inside the NSG Couplings Catalog Double Crowned Tooth Gear Coupling Double crowned tooth design provides free axial movement, low friction, and minimum stress during misalignment. Designs are available with up to 9.5mm axial travel. Large contact area to provide low contact pressure and to reduce the stress of shaft misalignment. Load distributed […]

As one of the most commonly used bearings of all time, ball bearings are used in a plethora of applications, as their simple design makes them highly versatile. Often used as wheel bearings, they can be found in cars, bicycles, skateboards, and different types of machinery in almost every industry. Ball bearings are used to […]

Minco’s miniature temperature sensors were originally designed as embedment sensors in bearing shoes to protect rotating machinery from potentially catastrophic overheating events. While this application remains a mainstay, the use of these sensors has expanded into medical diagnostic, semicon, aerospace, oil and gas, food and beverage, and industrial equipment. These small-profile sensors save space and […]

If you list the most important chemicals used in industrial processes, Ethylene Oxide (EO) is bound to be there. The colorless gas is an essential chemical building block, after all. It is one of the most valuable and versatile compounds which is primarily used as an essential intermediate in the production of several industrial chemicals. […]

Introducing 6 new additions to the Teledyne FLIR Blackfly S GigE line of cameras: BFS-PGE-80S5M/C-C featuring 8MP Sony IMX546: Color and Mono BFS-PGE-120S6M/C-C featuring 12.3MP Sony IMX545: Color and Mono BFS-PGE-200S7M/C-C featuring 20MP Sony IMX541: Color and Mono These models add to our wide range of GigE Vision-compliant cameras with an impressive lineup of sensors, […]