Detectable Spherical Bearings for Sensitive Applications
New igubal self-aligning bearings for the food and drug industries East Providence, Rhode Island - Plastic bearing expert igus will be presenting their line of detectable self-aligning bearings for the food industry. The detectable bearings are an extension of the igubal self-aligning bearings line from igus, which includes a range of lubrication and maintenance-free rod-end bearings, clevis...
Read More »Custom Bearings run submerged in low-viscosity liquids.
Able to run in applications from -400 to +1,000Ã-
Read More »Hardinge Supplies a Precision Grip for Medical Component Manufacturing
Hardinge, well known in the industry for their SUPER-PRECISIONÃ-® products, provides gripping solutions for machining small diameter parts for medical component manufacturing. One category of products includes Swiss-type headstock collets, pickoff collets, carbide guide bushings, bar loader collets and custom manufactured solutions for Swiss turning. Their Swiss-type collets are finish ground...
Read More »Babbit Bearings are usable in environmentally sensitive designs.
Environmentally safe to machine and use, GRAPHALLOYÃ-® Tin Based Babbitt bearings meet needs of high temperature applications up to 350Ã-
Read More »A Guide to Robotic Cells in Automation: Electronics & Auto Parts
This white paper provides an overview into robotic cells in automation electronics and auto parts.
Read More »Bearings Win Best Product Award
Plastic bearings named 2011 Golden Mousetrap Winner East Providence, RI - April 6, 2011 - iglideÃ-® X6 plastic plain bearings from igusÃ-® have been selected by Design News magazine as a 2011 Golden Mousetrap Best Products Winner. iglide X6 is made of an advanced bearing material containing nano particles. The material is up to six times more wear resistant at long term temperatures of...
Read More »Machining Center Mounting System features helical extraction design.
Consisting of high precision pins, bushings, and liners that provide locating repeatability up to Ã-
Read More »Innovative Bearing Technologies Featured at Preeminent Equipment Tradeshow in Las Vegas
Advances in Bearing Materials, Lubrication Techniques, and Design Assistance Highlighted by AST Bearings at IFPE / CONEXPO-CON/AGG Tradeshows LAS VEGAS, March 8, 2011 -- Las Vegas Convention Center -- An event so large that it occurs only once every three years, the IFPE (International Fluid Power Exposition) and CONEXPO-CON/AGG shows are North America's premier expositions for heavy equipment...
Read More »Self-Lubricating Bushings suit high temperature applications.
Made from graphite/metal alloy formed from molten metal, graphite, and carbon, 117 Series of GRAPHALLOYÃ-® bushings are available in 2 primary grades for high temperatures, both with FDA acceptance. Many grades of GRAPHALLOYÃ-® can handle temperatures to 750Ã-
Read More »Steel-Backed Polymer Bearing suits demanding applications.
Constructed to RoHS standards, FR-164 lead (Pb)-free, steel-backed polymer bearing is designed for use in extreme oil pressure and high-speed conditions. It is offered as straight sleeve bearing, with standard IDs from 2-180 mm; inch sizes are also available. Anti-wear properties, degree of friction, and ability to resist cavitation meet needs of demanding applications in various industries.
Read More »Custom Simplicity-® Pushdown Foot Assembly Saves Carpet Manufacturer 95% on Scrap
Carpet tufting creates a tough environment for linear motion products. Processing synthetic fibers into carpet backing using a high speed, reciprocating short stroke machining system, a carpet manufacturer was experiencing unplanned downtime due to linear bearing failure and massive profit loss due to thousands of yards in scrapped end-product. Poor quality and damaged carpeting were sited as the...
Read More »Eliminate Expensive Repairs with the Hot-Shot Pipe Thawing Machine
The new Hot Shot Pipe Thawing Machine delivers an innovative and highly effective approach to thawing frozen pipes. Easy to use and versatile, it is loaded with robust features that further suit it to many challenging environments. To learn all about it, see our video.
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