GGB self-aligning bearing assemblies work with a wide range of GGB plain bearings, simplify installation and increase application service life. GGB self-aligning bearing housings adjust to +/- 5 ...

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Does it make a difference if a bearing, its shaft and its housing are all aligned during installation? Definitely. Here’s how bearing manufacturers recommend aligning all the components. When ...

Fluid film thrust and journal bearings should provide plant operators with years of worry-free operation. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. Too often, premature bearing failure results in ...

If you see air-moving equipment, chances are oil-film bearings lie at the heart of centrifugal and axial fans. Serious damage can result to the entire unit should these bearings fail. Therefore, it’s ...

If a bearing becomes worn, due to misalignment, false brinelling, or corrosion, for example, the most common approach is to replace the entire component. However, there is another option using a ...

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With dozens of types of bearings and hundreds of thousands to choose from, selecting the correct bearing for your application can be a daunting task. However, if the right factors are carefully ...