Quality Bearings & Components, a distributor of the world’s leading bearing manufacturers and bearing maintenance equipment introduces the “BETEX Cone Heater”. The BETEX Cone Heater is used to heat bearings and other drive components, developed specifically for the smaller workshop; it is an affordable alternative to larg
Siemens Digital Industries Software announces its selection by Navantia, a leading European ship builder, as its technological partner to digitalize the company’s shipbuilding process. Using Siemens’ Xcelerator platform, Navantia will implement a comprehensive digital twin for its new F-110 Frigate program, thus meeting the S
Expert answer provided by Norm Parker, General Motors The short answer to this question is a resounding, “false.” But there is confusing information flying around that may be the source of these rumors. Let’s start with the highlevel goal of breaking-in or wearing-in an axle. There are two big wear mechanisms in an axle—
Altra has recently extended the scope and functionality of its virtual exhibit at http://www.altraex.com. The immersive and interactive trade show environment provides visitors around the world with convenient 24/7 access to browse the extensive portfolio of motion control and power transmission products offered by Altra’s 27 global
NSK Ltd. (NSK; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; President & CEO: Toshihiro Uchiyama) will exhibit new products and technologies at the International Robot Exhibition 2019 (iREX 2019), to be held at Tokyo Big Site on December 18-21, 2019. The robotization of society has been rapidly advancing, driven by Industry 4.0, smar
More than half of Alaska’s ferries will be out of service amid a lack of funds to repair the vessels, transportation officials said. The state Department of Transportation and Public Facilities announced this week that the Aurora and the LeConte will be pulled from service after inspections revealed required steel repla
German auto giant Volkswagen appears ready to strike a plea deal with Canada after being charged Monday for allegedly importing cars into this country that company executives knew violated emissions standards. Environment and Climate Change Canada announced the company had been charged with 60 violations under the
Green technology is more than changing a couple of light bulbs or reducing waste. In 2009, the concept is relevant in every facet of manufacturing as companies make a greater push towards energy effi ciency and sustainability. In the power transmission and motion control fi elds, this technology has been integrated into the da
A new standard line of rigid shaft couplings offered with a choice of popular design templates to let users reduce the cost and delivery time of small quantity custom orders has been introduced by Stafford Manufacturing Corp. of Wilmington, Massachusetts. Stafford Customizable Shaft Couplings let users specify their own cu
The Schaeffler Group and ABT e-Line GmbH (hereinafter referred to as ABT e-Line) have established a strategic collaboration for the electrification of light commercial vehicles weighing up to 3.5 tons. ABT e-Line is a 100-percent subsidiary of ABT Holding that, as a premium partner to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles, has been
In 1991, Needelman and Zaretsky presented a set of empirically derived equations for bearing fatigue life (adjustment) factors (LFs) as a function of oil filter ratings. These equations for life factors were incorporated into the reference book, STLE Life Factors for Rolling Bearings. These equations were normalized (LF = 1) to a 10 μm f
To celebrate the company's 120th anniversary, representatives from The Timken Company (NYSE: TKR; www.timken.com) rang the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange this afternoon. A world leader in engineered bearings and power transmission products, Timken has played a role in landmark innovations from the Wright Brothe
Regal Beloit Corporation has announced the release of the new Klamploc adapter lock for Sealmaster mounted unitized spherical roller bearings (USRB). The Klamploc adapter lock was designed to simplify the installation process while improving shaft lock reliability. It accomplishes these goals with two unique design features.
Over the past year, five new Heidenhain Service Partners have been established in various U.S. regions to assist in reducing wait times and costs for in-field service calls. As part of Heidenhain's ongoing “Customer First” initiative, these new North American Service Partners are providing stronger local connections for Heidenhain cu
NSK Ltd. (NSK; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; President & CEO: Toshihiro Uchiyama) has released a refreshed driver unit for Megatorque Motor PS/PN Series. The new driver will be exhibited at NSK's booth at International Robot Exhibition 2019 from December 18-21. Previous model: EDC Driver
SKF high-capacity cylindrical roller bearings for wind turbine gearboxes have been engineered to promote longer gearbox service life and optimized performance. Bearings can accommodate up to three more rollers (depending on dimension series and size) than standard cylindrical roller bearings usually specified for wind
