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SKF sealed spherical roller bearings cut maintenance costsSKF has extended its range of sealed spherical roller bearings, increasing significantly the number of applications for which they can be used. Due to their sealed construction, the bearings can reduce the cost of installation and maintenance considerably, while offering consistently high performance under demanding conditions. 
iglidur® bearings come in many colours, but always greenCurrent estimations are that over 40% of all lubricants are ultimately released into the environment, by seeping into water or soil, or evaporating into the atmosphere. A study by a research team of chemists, mechanical engineers and environmentalists at the RWTH University in Aachen, Germany, found that this country alone consumes 250,000 tonnes of lubrication each year. To put this into perspective, this would fill 8000 standard tanker Lorries. Most countries have a threshold level permissible in waste streams, and hundreds of millions of pounds are spent annually treating the waste water to get to acceptable levels. 
Corrosion resistant polymer bearings from SKF are 80% lighter than steelSKF has released its latest generation of polymer ball bearings, which offer a lightweight and lubricant free alternative to conventional steel bearings. The range has been developed to offer resistance to corrosion and chemical damage, making the bearings an ideal solution for applications subject to moisture or aggressive chemicals. 
SKF Y-bearing units perform under extreme temperaturesThe latest generation of Y-bearing units for extreme temperatures from SKF, the leading knowledge engineering company, are optimising productivity and minimising costs in a diverse variety of food and beverage applications. The robust units have been developed to withstand an extremely wide range of operating temperatures and aggressive fluids, gasses and particulate matter; in addition they require little or no lubrication, enabling users to reduce both maintenance requirements and costs. 
Precision bearings help student team take F1 in Schools World Championship crownCustom manufactured bearings, supplied and fitted by super precision bearings manufacturer The Barden Corporation (UK) Ltd, have helped a team of British students scoop the top award at the 2008 F1 in Schools World Final. 
Special turntable bearingsThe news that the KAYDON® Corporation has recently acquired the Avon Bearings Corporation brings important advantages to the customers of R. A. Rodriguez. This Letchworth-based supplier of precision engineering components is the longstanding sole distributor for KAYDON® bearings in the UK and this corporate development certainly extends its product scope. 
Design modifications lead to 50% longer operating lifeBy revising and improving the plastic components and optimising the load plates, Schaeffler has developed a new light range of linear ball bearings that offers higher load carrying capacity and 50% longer operating life. 
SKF Selects Victrex® Peek™ Polymer For High Performance Bearing Cages For The Automotive IndustryIn order to meet the most demanding automotive applications, SKF Group chose high performance VICTREX® PEEK™ polymer for the cage design of its deep groove ball bearings that are used where high speed, chemical attack or high temperature conditions occur such as in alternators and transmissions. 
Low profile, high speed rotary stage provides solution for compact positioning spindle applicationsAerotech has released a new low profile, high speed rotary stage that offers a compact alternative to traditional positioning spindles. Capable of a top speed of 2500 rpm and with a fundamental angular resolution of 3.6 arc-sec, the ADRH 100 features backlash and cog free, direct-drive servo motor technology with a directly coupled precision encoder for excellent servo bandwidth and maximum stiffness. 
Polymer bearings enhance labeller performanceHigh reliability, an easy set-up and modular components were of key importance for the Codeology team when designing its P100 Printer Applicator. The aim was that the print and apply labeller would be the best value for money and most reliable of its kind on the market. One key part of this was using polymer plain bearings in place of standard roller bearings. 
New X-life cylindrical roller bearings offer higher axial loads, less friction and longer service lifeWith the help of new design calculation software and improved manufacturing processes, Schaeffler has developed a cylindrical roller bearing with significantly improved axial load carrying capacity. 
Split spherical roller bearings cut repair and overhaul costs on heavy plant and machineryThe FAG range of split spherical roller bearings from Schaeffler UK, not only helps heavy industries such as metals production, paper and pulp manufacturing, mining, quarrying and cement companies reduce production downtime, but also simplifies mounting and helps reduce assembly and maintenance costs. 
Precision bearings help student dragster win four prizes at National FinalsWith help from precision bearings manufacturer The Barden Corporation (UK) Ltd, a team of English students have set a new world record time for their dragster and picked up four prizes at the recent 'F1 in Schools' National Finals at the NEC, Birmingham. 
High performance polymers now machinableigus now offers its iglidur materials as a stock bar, which means users can benefit from using high quality self-lubricating polymers in any machined component. It also means customers can now order a mechanically machined special size bearing of any dimension from igus in low quantities. 
Schneeberger low friction MONORAIL BM series linear motion guide bearings are available from LG Motion LimitedSchneeberger's MONORAIL BM series, 4-row recirculating ball guideway provides automation machine builders with a high load, high rigidity linear bearing system that is optimised for exceptionally smooth and quiet operation. The low friction bearing is an ideal choice to provide load support for direct-drive linear motor or servo driven ballscrews where moderate to micron level accuracy, high in-position stability and precise velocity control are important application requirements. 
Hull cleaning machine uses polymer bearingsUMC International designed polymer plain bearings into a new boat hull cleaning machine for use by underwater divers. The bearings require no lubrication and are impervious to corrosion and salt water. The Hampshire based company manufacture hydraulically powered hull cleaning machines, which typically have two rotating brushes. The vehicles can be powered forward or reversed, steered and the brushes raised and lowered on a gimbal mechanism. The usual cleaning speed is 1,000 square metres per hour. Extreme sports kite powered land boardThese boards usually use heavy sets of ball race bearings in small diameter wheels as standard and must withstand bursts of speeds up to 30 mph. They are often used in dirty, salty and wet environments and so require regular cleaning and lubrication. 
Any material now possibleA new production method developed by igus® means its igubal® rod end bearings now have a range of spherical ball materials on offer. The aim is not only to give users a greater choice, but also higher operational safety, service life and better overall system quality. 
igus starts the ball rolling with high temp bearingsigus® now offers lubrication-free polymer ball bearings. According to the company, more and more customers were asking for maintenance-free solutions using roller bearings. Therefore, igus decided to fill the gap where standard materials were not effective by putting to good use its 20 years experience in tribologically optimised polymers and in-house test laboratory. 
Planetary reducer copes with dynamic applicationsA high-tech planetary reducer combines a rugged output bearing assembly based on two high capacity tapered roller bearings and a highly sophisticated planetary gear train. |
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