When machinery operates under extreme conditions, it often encounters severe loads that can significantly affect the service life of bearings and the uptime of industrial applications.
Since its invention in 1898 by Henry Timken, the tapered roller bearing has become a staple in many industries, with applications across the globe relying on the tapered roller bearing for reliable operation. But where did this bearing come from, and how has it evolved over time?
SKF sealed spherical roller bearings offer an innovative option for businesses that are looking to prioritise sustainability by reducing their grease consumption. Not only do these bearings offer a solution to grease leakage, but they exhibit outstanding operating characteristics.
The sheer amount of different types of bearings can be overwhelming, in part 5 we take you through all the different types of ebarings and what they're used for.
In this article, we discover the types of bearings used in each section of a wind turbine, along with the options available to enhance service life.
NSK is a world leading manufacturer of premium quality bearings and linear motion products to suit applications across every industry.
Operating conditions in the mining and quarrying industry are harsh, with wet and abrasive conditions commonplace. What you need is a robust bearing solution that can stand up to the challenges of the industry.
From costly downtime to catastrophic machine failure: everyone knows the potential consequences of premature bearing failure. At ACORN, we want to help you avoid this.
Premature bearing failure, which is when a bearing fails before reaching its expected service life, is a common occurrence. But that doesn’t mean you have to accept it.
Clive recently had a call from a recycling plant who were struggling with excessive downtime on their spiral auger. Find out how he solved their problems, optimising the uptime and reducing the risk of injury in the plant.
Acorn North division was invited to look at a bearing application Lafarge were having difficulties with.
The Roman Empire is well known for its amazing feats of engineering, many of which have heavily influenced contemporary machinery.
Combined roller bearings and mating steel profiles are used in a variety of different applications and are capable of dealing with loads from tens of kilos to up to hundreds of tonnes.
Wear in roller bearings is usually caused by the introduction of foreign particles, inadequate lubrication, or vibrations in the bearing...
