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What is a pillow block bearing?
By Jared Worth Bearings are a staple (and necessity) in industrial applications across all industries. Pillow block bearings stand out as a specialized type of bearing that combines a bearing and housing, providing support...
6 Reasons to switch to plastic spherical bearings
It’s easy to fall back on what you’ve been using for years instead of rocking the boat with new ideas or concepts. You might be more inclined to stick with bulky, robust steel or...
What is a heat shrink machine?
Heat shrink machines are versatile and efficient devices that can seal and shrink products in one step. They apply a film of plastic over the product and heat it up, causing it to conform...
What is a clevis?
By Jared Worth In the vast world of mechanical components, clevises stand out as versatile and essential elements in various applications. These simple yet effective devices play a crucial role in connecting different components,...
Why should you choose plastic insert bearings over metal
By Jared Worth Anyone who’s worked with metallic insert bearings is likely well aware of the frequent — and frankly tedious — relubrication efforts required for such components. Without the proper lubrication, these bearings...
Autonomous cleaning robot runs even cleaner with drylin linear bearings
By Jared Worth Self-lubricating drylin® linear guides ensure smooth operation of the K900 cleaning robot from KEMARO AG The K900 industrial robot cleans floors wherever it needs to, autonomously and without programming, even in places...
An Introduction to Self-Aligning Plain Bearings
By Shizu Yamaguchi In this article, we will define self-aligning plain bearings, cover how they came to be, go through their material makeup, design, and applications, then conclude with some things to think about...