Feature

Perfect fit: Raising the standard of bearing mounting

Correct mounting is vital in lengthening the life of a bearing – yet there are multiple factors involved behind getting it right.

30/11/2020 14:45:55

Most bearings last longer than the machine into which they are installed. In the small number of cases where they fail, around one in six is caused by incorrect mounting.

Around 10 billion bearings are manufactured each year, which means more than eight million are replaced early because of faulty fitting procedures. If initial bearing installation – and remounting new bearings – can be improved, this will extend their lifespan and reduce the need for maintenance on critical machinery.

Although there are many different bearings – in a range of sizes and types – they are far from being ‘plug and play’. Each needs to be fitted in the correct way – often using specific tools and techniques – to ensure optimum performance. With this in mind, anything that can help maintenance staff improve their bearing mounting skills will help to raise productivity and efficiency.

Read the full article in the December issue of DPA

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.