Original equipment manufacturers are constantly looking to reduce costs and streamline production. One way to accomplish both goals is through bearing assemblies. A bearing assembly is when two or more individual components, such as a tie rod and rod end, are fully assembled at the manufacturer and shipped to the OEM as one piece. Bearing …
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When sourcing tie rods, finding information about the steel used to form them will go a long way in providing peace of mind – especially when it comes to applications that involve risk management. Below are three questions that you should ask your bearing manufacturer.
Bushings are fully customizable based on the application and performance needs. They are available in a variety of compositions with different features. Below is a simple breakdown of bearing options:
The two main types of splits in bushings have pros and cons. Both the normal (or straight) split and clinch butt joint are outlined below.
Wrapped bushings – or bushes – have been around for decades. Their simplicity, efficiency and ability to take up space or protect the shaft are a testament to their versatility and long standing success. Aside from the materials used to form the bushing some with self-lubricating features, one of the questions that is frequently asked relate to the joint construction of the split along the bushing.
Mechanical engineers are known for having a direct communication style. When it comes to working with people outside the field, such as those in purchasing or quality assurance, this type of frank talk can cause misunderstandings.
Long-term agreements (LTA) reduce risk for both the manufacturer and buyer. That risk ranges from inventory supply to overall costs. One of the many factors that go into determining the language of bearing contracts is metal exchange rates.
Keeping a good film of lubrication between the shaft and press-fit bushing is vital to motion control. In this video, John Sweetwood walks us through the circumference of a bearing and why holes are used in some applications.
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