How ACORN Helped Supply a Heavy-Duty Slewing Ring for Critical Fabrication

When a UK-based steel fabrication company took on an urgent order for a major client, they hit an immediate roadblock. The project required a ‘lazy susan’ bearing with a 1-metre diameter, capable of supporting around four tonnes. Not something that can be easily picked off the shelf. With time of the essence, they turned to ACORN for help.

The customer called Jack Burge, Business Development Manager at ACORN. Ready to get stuck in, Jack listened carefully to what the customer needed. After in-depth conversations and a deep dive into the application, it became clear that a traditional ‘lazy susan’ bearing wasn’t going to cut it, as it wasn’t the right fit for the equipment being fabricated.

That could have thrown a serious spanner in the works. But Jack didn’t waste time dwelling on the problem. Instead, he took away the key specifications, load, diameter, and performance requirements, and set to work. By tapping into ACORN’s extensive network of authorised suppliers, Jack quickly found the ideal solution: a slewing ring bearing with a 950mm out diameter, more than capable of handling the 4-tonne load. Technically sound, perfectly matched to the job, and available quickly.

Thanks to ACORN’s strong supplier relationships, the bearing was delivered to the customer the very next day. The quick turnaround meant the fabricator could get on with production, hit their deadlines, and keep their own customer happy.

With the job complete, the client remained confident with the service provided. And the fabricator walked away with the knowledge they had a supply partner who had their back.

At ACORN, we don’t just sell parts. We solve problems, quickly, clearly and with zero fuss.

Tags: fabrication, case study, bearing, slewing ring