Dave Biering

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Q&A How do plastic bearings compare to standard metal bearings?

It is a question that is still widely debated ― how do plastic and metal bearing compare? In some industries, plastic is regarded as a premium...

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Common Types of Plastic Bearings

Our plastic bearing blog has covered hundreds of topics over the years ― everything from questions on the surface energy of plastics to the...

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Trilon Modified UHMW – Ideal for Custom Components

A question was recently posted to our portal asking about Trilon as a custom component. Trilon is a modified-UHMW that gives superior wear in...

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Tech Tip: 5 Common Signs of Bearing Failure

Why do bearings fail? This is a common manufacturing question, but one that is not always easy to answer. Failure can be a result of many factors;...

Q&A: How can I Bond Rulon? See a Demonstration!

Bonding Rulon® to steel, aluminum and other substrates can be easily achieved, however, surface preparation is critical in order to achieve the best...

TriSteel Self-Lubricating Bearings for Automotive Applications

Auto design manufacturers are constantly seeking new solutions to help improve the safety and performance of their vehicles. Innovations in 4-wheel...

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Reinforced Plane Bearings: The Pros and Cons of Different Liners

In our last post we reviewed the key questions to ask when selecting a liner material for reinforced bearings. Ultimately, the final selection will...

Rulon Bearing Tape = 500x Industry Standard for Wear Resistance

We recently answered a question via our Ask the Experts forum from a client searching for a tape with outstanding wear qualities. Rulon tapes...

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Machining Rulon® - 8 Techniques to Finish Stock Material

You’ve identified the ideal Rulon formula for your application, and now need some advice on achieving the best machining technique to fit your...

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Recognizing The Three Types of Bond Failure

In the last few weeks we’ve reviewed the importance of having a good bond adhesion in order to ensure proper device performance. But it is just as...

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Preparing Fluoropolymers for Bonding With Plasma Treatment

We are often asked about which method is best for preparing fluoropolymers for a bonding application. The most critical step is bonding is to ensure...

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Plasma Surface Modification vs. Corona Treatment

A question was posed to our Ask the Experts line wondering about the differences between plasma surface modification and corona treatment. While...