While ball bearings are widely known to be used in common devices and applications such as automobiles, skateboard wheels, and household appliances, they are also a vital part of most large industries. This means they are often used in heavy duty machinery for manufacturing, construction, or other processes. Ball bearings…

The agricultural industry is one of the biggest industrial uses for ball bearings. They are necessary for almost every component of the agricultural process, and as they have specific environmental challenges, most manufacturers offer a specific category of agricultural bearings. Agricultural Bearings

Ball bearings have been used to facilitate rotary movement for hundreds of years. They were first patented by Philip Vaughan to support a carriage axle in 1794, and have since been improved upon and varied to support a multitude of rotary applications. …

Every industrial entrepreneur, plant manager, or officer-in-charge wants to have a reliable plant, and a critical part of achieving this objective is a set of good lubrication practices. While it is true that industrial lubricants take a tiny percentage of the overall operating costs, about 1%, not having the right…

While ball bearings may not seem like an integral part of your daily life, they are likely quite important to most of your everyday activities. Although the term “ball bearing” tends to bring ideas like aerospace engineering and industrial equipment to mind, these bearings are used in any kind…

Dynamic bearing systems are engineered shafts that allow relative rotation between two components. One of the parts is permanently fixed while the other rotates on it. The design of bearing systems ranges from simplistic models to complicated types that have multiple moving sections. They also feature special components to…

When installed properly, many electric brakes and crutches can run for thousands of cycles delivering optimal productivity. However, overlooking some basic aspects could cause them to suddenly breakdown and compromise your system’s efficiency. Many clutch problems that show up are related to overheating, coil failure, or torque loss. Therefore, you…

As one of the most commonly used types of bearings, ball bearings have a multitude of different construction designs, each with its own unique features for different types of applications. While it can be difficult to determine which bearing type is most suitable for your application, most bearing manufacturers, and…

Ball bearings in many types of applications require maintenance, and this includes proper cleaning and re-lubrication. Proper bearing upkeep can greatly improve the operating life of the bearing, as dirt and grime can cause damage or diminish bearing performance. …