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Composite Bearings: A High-Performance Alternative to Bronze
In recent years, fiber-reinforced composites have emerged as a viable alternative to traditional bronze plain bearings, and for good reason. As...
Composite Bearings
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6 Reasons to Choose Filament Wound Composite Bearings
Looking for a tough, durable and versatile bearing for an industrial application? A filament wound composite bearing might be just the ticket based...
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Composite Plain Bearings: 5 Benefits of a Lightweight Material
If you’re a regular reader of this space, you may recall our debate about plain bearing vs. a plane bearing. While the spelling might be hotly...
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Bearing Materials and Tribology Testing
I had an interesting conversation with a manufacturer this week regarding bearing materials and tribology testing. With so many counterfeit bearing...
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Waterproof Bearings: CJ Resists Corrosion and Moisture
Is corrosion a problem in your marine bearing application? Are excessive loads or speeds a challenge? Need a material to resist sea spray, barnacle...
Rulon Plane Bearings and Coefficient of Friction
Q: We are designing plane bearings made of Rulon®, what are some key considerations in terms of coefficient of friction? A This is a question that we...