The recreational vehicle market has been experiencing significant growth, driven primarily by a rising interest in outdoor activities and off-road adventures. Enthusiasts are seeking vehicles that deliver higher performance, durability and versatility, leading manufacturers to focus on developing robust, longer-lasting machines that can withstand rough terrains. As ATVs, SSVs, UTVs and other off-road vehicles have …
In the agriculture industry, machinery must be able to operate in harsh environments, endure heavy loads and perform consistently under rigorous conditions. From planting to harvesting, agricultural equipment faces continuous stress that can lead to wear and tear over time. By leveraging its advanced engineering capabilities and a deep understanding of agricultural applications, CCTY delivers …
SPBs or spherical plain bearings are key components in hydraulic cylinders as they are designed to take very heavy loads and impact. Hydraulic cylinders give power to the moving accessories on construction equipment, so having a strong and reliable hydraulic cylinder bearings maintains up time and equipment productivity.
Spherical Plain Bearings – or SPBs, spherical plane bearings or ball bushings – are used when alignment between a shaft and housing have to accommodate movement, or where rotating tilting movements are required. So, they are found in applications that require rotation or oscillation.
Spherical Plain Bearings (SPB)/rod end bearings are generally used to connect or transfer movement such as connecting ends on control linkages, hydraulic cylinder rod ends, vehicle steering linkage suspensions, heavy equipment articulated joints and other severe duty uses where pivoting misalignment is present.
A recreational vehicle OEM requested standard spherical plain bearings (SPBs) for a newly designed steering system. During the testing phase, the SPB showed signs of wear and it was determined that the axial clearance needed to be tighter. The OEM asked CCTY Bearing Company’s engineers to modify the bearing’s axial clearance.
