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ASTM Standards in Bearing Selection: Why are they Important?
Have you downloaded your free copy of the Bearing Selection Design White Paper? If so, you’re probably familiar with ASTM Testing Standards for...
Bearing Selection
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Small Components, Big ROI: How Bearings Can Drive Exceptional Value
In complex mechanical systems, bearings are often treated as routine parts: small, commoditized, and easy to replace. But in many cases, they “bear”...
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6 Reasons to Choose Filament Wound Composite Bearings
Looking for a tough, durable and maintenance-free versatile bearing for demanding industrial applications? A filament wound composite bearing might...
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Consultative Engineering for Optimal Material Selection
In this blog post, we highlight TriStar’s application-focused, consultative engineering approach to finding the right plastic and composite bearing...
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What is Bearing Service Life? Key Factors That Impact Performance
We often discuss the importance of bearing service life, but what does “service life” actually mean, and how can engineers influence it during...
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The Dust Stops Here: Which Bearing Types Overcome Dusty Environments?
Dust and debris pose a serious challenge to bearing performance, but impact some bearing types more than others. Environments such as food processing...
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Why Material Selection Matters for Bearings and Beyond
Bearings and similar components play a critical role in overall equipment performance, reliability, and service life. Yet in many designs, material...
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Bearing Selection and Achieving the Right Press Fit
I had a great conversation this week about bearing selection and one of the most misunderstood but critical design variables: press fit. Press fit is...
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Selecting the Right Reinforced Plane Bearing Material for Your Application
Which liner material is best for my application? This is a question that we often hear from our manufacturing partners. To determine the most...
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Ultracomp Grades Decoded
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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How Will the Food Safety Modernization Act Impact Bearing Selection?
Are you ready for the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA)? The clock is ticking — and most manufacturers need to be in full compliance with the...
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Engineering Plastics Against Steel – Coefficient of Friction
The first step to understanding the Coefficient of Friction (COF) of engineering plastics when compared to that of steel is grasping that the COF is...
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Bearing Nomenclature 101: When to choose bearings vs. bushings?
When should you choose bearings vs. bushings? I’m often asked about bearing nomenclature (see our blog entry on plane bearings vs. plain bearings)....