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Military Components
How High-Performance Polymers Solve Engineering Challenges
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Aerospace Components
Why High-Performance Polymers are Critical for Aerospace Applications
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Semiconductor Manufacturing
How Meldin® Can Boost ROI for Plasma Deposition Components
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Meldin® Materials
Why Meldin® Offers Extraordinary Value for Challenging High-Temperature Applications and Beyond
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Enhanced Materials Division
Solving Tough Engineering Problems with Enhanced Materials and Specialized Engineering Services
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Pulp and Paper Equipment
How Careful Material Selection Can Solve Key Engineering Challenges for Pulp & Paper OEM’s
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Plastic Bearing Design
A Guide to Form, Function and Selection
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Machining Plastics
The Essential Guide to Materials, Tools & Techniques
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Why do Metal Bearings Fail?
A Guide to Primary Causes and Tips for Prevention
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Oil and Gas Equipment
How Advanced Polymer Components Are Solving Problems Across the Oil and Gas Industry
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Railcar Equipment
How Advanced Self-Lubricating Bearing Materials are Helping Rail Cars and Related Equipment Operate More Safely and Efficiently
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Food and Beverage Industry
Challenges for Processing, Packaging, and Beyond
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Critical Bearing Metrics
How to Choose the Best Bearing for Your Application
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Robotics and Manufacturing
A Guide to Bearing Selection for Increased Production
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Composite Bearings for Manufacturing
Ready to Improve Your Output? Grab this Guide to learn how!
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Rulon® Bearings
How to Recognize Genuine and Avoid Counterfeit
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Surface Modification
Improve Adhesion, Micro-Clean, and Hydrophobic or Hydrophillic Characteristics
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Food Processing Equipment
How Advanced Polymer Components Can Solve Key Production Challenges
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Food & Beverage Packaging
The Value of Self-Lubricating Polymer Components
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Agricultural Machinery Design
How new bearing innovations are propelling the industry with increased efficiency, productivity, and greater value
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Rulon® Engineered Materials
Quality Assurance Begins with Precision Processing