Bearings play a key role in a wide variety of medical equipment. From X-ray machines and oxygen compressors to small, handheld surgical instruments, it’s important to find the right bearing for your specific design needs. Every application provides its own design...
Over time, bearing replacement can be a necessary move for your applications. However, there are ways that you can help delay the inevitable. Proper bearing maintenance can help extend your part’s lifespan (or notice potential failure before it becomes a bigger...
Wear and tear naturally occur over time for any bearing. For parts used in high-speed applications, the negative effects of wear and tear can become a major issue much sooner. High-speed applications create a pair of problems for your bearing’s wellbeing: more heat...
Depending on your application, even the best bearing may not last forever. Replacing old bearings is a common practice for many businesses, but it’s not necessarily a pleasant experience when you don’t know when those parts are at the end of their usefulness. That...
Bigger isn’t always better. Thin section bearings feature a compact design that works in tight spaces. This quality has led many businesses to learn more about how thin section bearings can benefit their applications. As a bearing supplier we get many questions about...
When you run a manufacturing facility, maintenance is very important. Unplanned downtime can take a huge hit in your facility’s production, which directly impacts your business’ profits. In a study done by Plant Engineering, 59 percent of manufacturing engineers,...
Bearing lubrication can play a critical role in maintaining the effectiveness of your applications. However, a bad batch of lubrication can do more harm than good. Lubrication can go old or be mislabeled, leading to additional issues for your bearings and application...
A good bearing lubricant can help extend the life of your bearings. However, improper use or handling of bearing lubricants can lead to problems for your applications. In order to make sure your bearing lubrication standards are up to snuff, you need to have the right...
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The biggest bearings aren’t always the best. It all depends on what your application needs to run efficiently. If you’re looking for a compact, light option for your applications, thin section bearings make for a great choice.FEATURES OF THIN SECTION BEARINGSYou don’t...