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Overcoming lubrication challenges in the food & beverage industry
36% of bearing failures are due to poor lubrication practices, something that can be difficult to to maintain in the harsh environment of the food & beverage industry.
Five steps to implementing a successful preventative maintenance program
Whatever industry you work in, downtime is a major obstacle. From loss of production to repair bills, the cost of downtime can be huge.
Top 8 causes of v-belt failure
We've put together a list of problems and possible causes to help you identify the cause of your v-belt failure with tips of how to prevent it.
How can you tell if your bearings are counterfeit?
Counterfeit bearings can often be near impossible to identify, however there are measures you can take to you aren't the victim of these piracy products.
Featured App of the Month: NSK Calculation Tools for Cost Saving
Calculating the best bearings for your machinery and their maintenance costs can be laborious, but it can be easy to calculate and implement potential savings with the NSK Calculation Tool!
How to choose the right coupling for your mixer
The choice of coupling to connects an electric motor with a mixer's paddle or impellor is critical to the successful operation of the machinery.
5 ways to improve the efficiency of your electric motor
Improving the efficiency of your electric motor can reduce the likelihood of machine failure, extend component lifespan and help to reduce energy consumption.
How to choose the right fitting tool for your bearing
Poor bearing fitting practices are responsible for around 16% of premature bearing failures, so it’s easy to see why the choice of method for bearing mounting is so important.
How can root cause failure analysis save money for your business?
There are many possible reasons why your bearing has failed, but the only true way of finding out the cause is by performing root cause analysis.
Power Transmission Training Day announced for October!
Knowledge College returns with it's first Power Transmission training day on Wednesday 16th October 2019.
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