AutomationDirect has added PBC linear shafts, bearings, and shaft supports to their power transmission product category. PBC linear shafts are precision ground to provide an optimized surface for plain and ball bearings and are ideal for high-precision linear motion applications where tight tolerances are needed. The shafts are available in carbon or stainless steel with…
NORD’s new input adapters offer added value with increased configurability and minimal maintenance
NORD’s newly improved NEMA and IEC input adapters offer improved mechanical and thermal performance, giving users more flexibility in designing drive systems and allowing for a broader range of application and environment-specific concepts through extended options such as integrated backstops and speed sensors. The redesigned input adapters are available in NEMA sizes 250TC – 400TC…
Schaeffler presenting solutions for industrial robotics at Automate show
Schaeffler is exhibiting an array of advanced innovations for the industrial automation and robotics industries under the theme “Driving Smart Manufacturing at Every Axis” at the Automate 2023 trade show, which takes place through May 25 in Detroit’s Huntington Place Convention Center. Beyond its extensive portfolio of linear and rolling bearings, Schaeffler has also established…
Ohio manufacturer wins igus’ manus international design award
German motion plastics company igus has held the biennial manus awards since 2003. This competition recognizes creative, economical, innovative, and sustainable applications that incorporate plastic lead screws, linear actuators, plain bearings, linear bearings, and slides into industrial designs. This is the third iteration where Design World’s own VP, Editorial Director, Paul J. Heney, served on…
Exclusive Q&A with igus North America’s CEO, Artur Peplinski
After a plant tour of igus North America’s gleaming manufacturing facility in East Providence, R.I., Design World had the opportunity for an exclusive interview with Artur Peplinski, the company’s President & CEO. Peplinski spoke about the company’s grand vision for the North American market — which will add more manufacturing prowess here in the States,…
Bearing life and effects of harsh operational environments
Manufacturers in nearly every industry are increasingly raising performance expectations for rolling-element bearings while at the same time exposing them to operating and environmental conditions that, when extreme, can reduce the rating life by as much as 90%. Bearing life, explained Under typical operating conditions, the inner and outer rings and rolling elements are constantly…
How to make a gear-bearing from advanced polymer components
This novel gear-bearing, which uses motion components made from advanced polymers, is an alternative to large outer diameter bearings to support large ring gears or other large rotating components. When a design calls for a large bearing — for example, to support a large outer diameter (OD) ring gear — choosing a sturdy yet lightweight…
igus presents solutions to support mobility trends
igus will present its motion plastics products and innovations on six trending topics in conjunction with IAA Mobility, an international motor show that showcases the latest technology in mobility solutions. The show will run from Sept. 7-12 in Munich. Mobility is changing rapidly: e-scooters, e-bikes and e-vehicles with alternative drives have long been commonplace. The…
Stock polymer and steel wheel covers for radial ball bearings
An extensive lineup of premium rollers includes Bearing Wheel Covers in a wide range of styles, materials and sizes. These products are stocked in the manufacturer’s Michigan location. Bearing wheel covers are used for a wide variety of industrial and manufacturing applications including conveyor lines and material handling. With an outer roller that runs directly…
Linear bearings set the stage in entertainment industry application
A renowned entertainment company was tasked with creating a complex and movable staging apparatus for an upcoming major performing artist’s tour. To build the stage, they needed a rugged linear bearing system that included a large quantity of heavy load-bearing rail. Along with materials, flexibility was also essential to the design. Therefore, having consistent products…
Heavy-duty ring and track system delivers under pressure
Bishop-Wisecarver’s HepcoMotion HDRT (Heavy Duty Ring and Track) Systems are specifically developed for high-performance applications. HDRT guidance systems are characterized by their ability to carry high loads — moving reliably and accurately with very little wear. At Eurocylinder Systems AG the HDRT guidance system has proven itself in a demanding production environment with large amounts…
igus igubal self-lubricating spherical bearings
igubal JEM interchangeable spherical balls operate completely maintenance-free inside a variety of applications, including agricultural machinery and conveyor systems. They’re also self-lubricating, highly durable, and resistant to dirt and corrosion. One important advantage of maintenance-free igubal spherical bearings is that rapid, rotary movements of a mounted shaft take place directly in the spherical portion, made […]
Emergency bearing repair in hospital equipment application
Hospitals, especially those with designated major trauma centers, depend on their emergency theatres to deliver life-saving treatment. So, when an air handling unit (AHU) needed an overnight repair, Sulzer engineers were able to complete the project and ensure no operations were cancelled. Sulzer often works with hospitals on planned maintenance tasks, repairing and replacing fans, […]
Caribbean dive boat uses self-lubricating bearing material
Just because a commercial vessel plies the crystal-clear cerulean waters of the Bahamas doesn’t mean it has a carefree life. For Gerry Fleming of Aqua Cat Cruises, it meant constant attention to the sand and silt that wreaked havoc on the bearings of his fleet of liveaboard dive vessels that operate in the area. That […]
Finding the best solution for maintenance and repairs to turbine generators
Modern, everyday life depends on electricity so the global demand for electrical power is growing and wind turbines are making a major impact on the power generation market. Once they are installed, they offer an environmentally friendly, renewable energy source. However, as with any electromechanical equipment, it needs to be properly maintained in order to […]
Vesconite opens office for New Zealand
Vesconite Bearings has opened an office in New Zealand to assist customers and resellers with their Vesconite low-friction no-grease-required polymer bearing and wear-material requirements. Vesconite Bearings has also appointed Eddie Swanepoel as Vesconite Bearings New Zealand’s COO. Swanepoel brings a wealth of experience to the position. He is knowledgeable about a variety of industrial polymers […]
Self-lubricating polymer bushings in miniature steam train application
The team that was awarded the Guinness World Record in 2017 for the longest distance covered by a miniature steam train is setting its sights on improving its record. Keyser Locomotive Works, together with the Pietermaritzburg Model Engineering Society, in South Africa, was able to cover 330km in 24 hours in its record-breaking attempt, which […]
CERAMICSPEED bearing units are FDA compliant
LM76 is continuing to expand its FDA compliant radial and linear bearing product lines. CERAMICSPEED Bearing Units are the latest additions. Bearings used in the food and beverage industry have to be reliable, easily cleaned, and require only minimal maintenance. CERAMICSPEED Bearing Units featuring FDA-approved Si3N4 (Silicon Nitride) balls have extremely long service life as […]
Turbine oil increases the efficiency of hydroelectric plants
Cost pressure, sustainability goals, influences from the market as well as environmental and renaturalization measures force operators of hydroelectric power stations to generate energy even more efficiently and profitably. This can be done either by reconstructions or by investments in new technology. Minor measures can already make an important difference without incurring high costs. With […]
Trelleborg launches electrically conductive PTFE sealing materials
Trelleborg Sealing Solutions launches Turcon MC1 and Turcon MC2 materials, the only polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) based electrically conductive materials suited for use in spring and elastomer-energized seals. Engineered for dynamic applications, seals, and bearings from the materials will provide reliable electric connection between moving parts. Konrad Saur, Vice President Innovation & Technology for Trelleborg Sealing Solutions, […]
Thordon Bearings helps reduce maintenance for offshore vessel operator
Canadian company Thordon Bearings recently helped in an application involving a bearing and seal installation in “perfect condition” after over three years of operation. Global Tiger, operated by UAE-based Global Marine Co is a 42m (138-ft) crew/supply vessel currently in service in the Middle East. It is one of a pair of all-aluminium crewboats built […]
igus drylin bearings improve efficiency of labeling machines
Today’s industry demands reliable and efficient machines for product labeling. Machines need to have speed, precision and flexibility and any failure, even in the short-term, would be costly and annoying. Blume Systeme GmbH has developed fully-automated solutions including labeling equipment and inkjet printers with durable and maintenance-free drylin bearing technology from igus, the Germany-based supplier […]
Bearing packaging solution proves successful
In the five years since Vesconite Bearings introduced a minimum of two layers of corrugated cardboard packaging around each of its dispatched polymer bushings and rods, the company has had no returns from breakages due to transportation. The company instituted this as a packaging standard after a complaint by a customer led it to investigate […]
SKF on fee-based business models
In the traditional transaction-based model, suppliers’ profits depend on numbers of parts sold and not on improvements in machine performance. There’s a fundamental conflict of interest, as longer component life means fewer sales for the supplier. SKF is now offering a fee-based Rotating Equipment Performance (REP) service, in which both SKF as a supplier and […]
Thordon Bearings TG100 seal installation video
Thordon Bearings has updated its TG100 seal installation requirements to facilitate cost-effective installation at all shipyards with the release of new instructional videos. Shipyard staff can quickly and easily install the state-of-the-art seal themselves, reducing the overall costs of TG100 procurement. Craig Carter, Thordon Bearings Director of Marketing and Customer Service, said: “Based on our […]