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Don’t trust a fake, buy the true make

02/07/2024

Product piracy costs billions – not only in lost sales but also because of potential damage, due to the inferior quality of counterfeits. The consequences are complex – just like the related countermeasures, says Martin Ryan, Schaeffler UK’s Industrial Distribution Director.

Smooth operators: Thin section bearings combine precision and versatility in the smallest package

02/07/2024

Bearings may be a less understood and appreciated component, given the complexity of today’s increasingly automated manufacturing systems, yet are such a vital part of any kind of machine that requires smooth and reliable motion control.

Magnetic gears: The wide variety of benefits to industry

29/05/2024

Climate change and environmental destruction continue to push the world firmly in the direction of sustainability. For businesses across all sectors, customer demand and government regulations have increased the urgency to make progress. As companies pursue more efficient and reliable systems, Gary Rodgers, CEO of Magnomatics, explains how innovative drives, such as those operating on magnetic gears, have a huge role to play.

The rise of recycled materials in bearing manufacturing

29/02/2024

Here, Chris Johnson, Managing Director of SMB Bearings, explores how integrating recycled materials into bearing manufacturing can reduce environmental impact and promote a circular economy.

Slewing rings play pivotal role in slew jib cranes