Massive filter screens also excel in petrochemical & wastewater processing

The paper industry places unique demands on bearings as they must accommodate the extremes of both wet and dry conditions at either end of the manufacturing process.  Wet areas include forming and pressing functions, while the drying end includes extremely high temperatures used in paper reeling.  And between these points you’ll find vacuum cylinders and pressure screens which utilize various sized trunnion bearings on the support shaft.  

Water, chemical exposure corrode metal rolling element bearings 

Our paper partner sought a durable bearing to replace the rolling element bearings used in their screen systems. They described how their previous bearings failed from constant exposure to water and processing chemicals plus they had to be constantly lubricated. To refit these bearings is cumbersome and requires a lot of downtime. They really needed a bearing that would give them longer life in this tough service.

Ultracomp 300A bearings excel at all moisture levels

Our team had worked with similar applications for the petrochemical and wastewater treatment industries and knew that Ultracomp 300A bearings would excel. Ultracomp can tolerate both wet and dry environments and accommodates linear, oscillating and rotary applications with exceptional carry loads. We also knew that given the massive size of the filter screens, Ultracomp would be able to meet the shifting, misalignment and extreme loads common to large pieces of manufacturing equipment. Explore Ultracomp bearings in a high-pressure water application.

Since making the switch, our client reports they have seen a marked increase in overall productivity on the pulp manufacturing line. View our latest Ultracomp video: Applications and Characteristic to learn more!

We invite you to reach the plastic bearing experts for more information on Ultracomp or for a custom quote!