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Rulon Reels In Custom Fishing Components

Here’s a fishing tale about the one that didn’t get away! Our team worked with a high-end fishing manufacturer to design a whole new reel drag system. The drag is actually a slip-clutch assembly that allows the line to move freely under the pressure...

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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...

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Self-lubricating Bearings vs. Greased, Metal Bearings

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Self-lubricating Bearings vs. Greased, Metal Bearings

”Why do bearings fail?” It’s one of the most common and costly questions engineers face. According to industry studies, one of the primary causes of...

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Q&A - What is a sleeve bearing?

This is a simple question that is worth repeating. Sleeve bearings are the most common type of plane bearing, and are suitable for use in a range of...

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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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How do Self-lubricating Bearings Work to Eliminate Greasing?

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How do Self-lubricating Bearings Work to Eliminate Greasing?

Industry research shows that up to 80% of all industrial bearing failures; catastrophic, functional, or premature; are related to improper...

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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;...

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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...

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TriSteel Self-Lubricating Bearings for Automotive Applications

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...

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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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