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A bearings solution for every application

01/07/2019

Bearings manufacturer Bowman International recently launched its new range of split roller bearings, the JHB Split Bearing, through its subsidiary John Handley Bearings. Combining higher capacities than any other split bearing on the market and interchangeable parts, it has been lauded by the industry press as “the future of split bearings.” Here we take an in-depth look at some of Bowman’s most notable innovations and services.

Power supply in overhead cranes: energy chains vs. festoons

25/06/2019

Reliable, dynamic cable management is one of the greatest challenges in modern crane technology.

The ubiquitous spring deserves more attention than it’s given

03/05/2019

Choosing a spring from a catalogue may seem like an easy answer, especially if it offers the cheapest option. Not so, argues Emma Burgon, Engineering Director at William Hughes, who maintains that selecting a spring purely on grounds of cost can prove a false economy, especially when production line inefficiencies are taken into consideration.

What is bearing preload?

03/05/2019

When assembling individual bearing components, the outer race, inner race, balls, and retainer all work together so that there is a controlled amount of internal clearance between the rings and balls.

A brief guide to spring design

03/05/2019

Whether selecting a catalogue spring or specifying a custom item Chris Petts, M.D. at Lee Spring suggests that it is always worth considering the following factors:

Mechanical Components Features

A bearings solution for every application

Power supply in overhead cranes: energy chains vs. festoons

The ubiquitous spring deserves more attention than it’s given

What is bearing preload?

A brief guide to spring design