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Fluoropolymers are a family of high-performance plastics characterized by their strong carbon-fluorine (C-F) bonds. This unique atomic structure imparts a range of desirable properties, such as chemical resistance, thermal stability, and electrical...
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Slide plate bearings provide support and a low coefficient of friction while allowing an object to move (or slide) freely along a supporting surface....
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Ultracomp is a family of laminate wound bearing materials with migratory lubricants added to the resin system. All Ultracomp bearing materials are...
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We are all aware that plastics expand and contract at different rates. When designing plastic plane bearings, one of the most critical considerations...
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UHMW remains a hot topic here on Tech Talk, and on our Ask the Experts portal, too. Why is this true? For one, the material offers great value over...
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Dust and debris are a challenge to all bearings. but impact some bearing types more than others. Food processing lines, paper mills, construction...
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Are you a problem solver? I read this interesting article in Design World, which describes manufacturing as one of the best career choices for...
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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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Good adhesion of manufactured parts. Whether you want to adhere one part to another, or secure paint to a component, good adhesion can be difficult...
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Have you heard about the newest Rulon formula, Rulon 1834? It’s an exciting addition to the Rulon fluoropolymers product line. You may already know...
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We often talk about the importance of bearing service life in this forum, but what exactly is a good standard of measure to this question? The truth...
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“You want to replace tough bronze bearings with plastic?” This was the comment one of our OEMs heard when attempting to retrofit their metal...
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Have you downloaded your copy of the Robotics and Manufacturing White Paper? It’s a free resource to help you evaluate plastic and metal bearings to...
