Dave Wilson, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Linear Bearings",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Engineeringtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Automation saves Eur45,000 at coating factories from
Schaeffler (UK), which we summarised at the time by saying "Collini Wien of Austria is making savings of around Eur15,000 euros per year after installing FAG Motion Guard Champion automatic lubricators from FAG Industrial Services".
A couple of weeks before,
we featured the news release Flexure-based actuators offer larger ranges from
PI (Physik Instrumente): "More and more flexure actuators are used in fast-focusing mechanisms and for other precision positioning tasks, ranging from data storage to pharmaceutical and biotech applications".
In October 2007, we covered the news from Danaher Motion
concerning its Thomson Super Ball Bushing bearings
- take a look at Bearings range receives new sizes
which says: "Thomson Super Ball Bushing bearings' low co-efficient of friction lets users employ smaller and less expensive motors, belts, gears and ball screws when replacing high friction, plain bearings".
Take a look also at the news release from Ondrives/Rino Industries, Bushings and bearings handle high loads,
as well as Ceramic bearings provide long life from Micromech,
and Linear bearings offer high load ratings from Micromech.
See also:
News on the Micromech RSD linear bearings from Micromech
(May 2007)
Micromech RSD linear bearings can be fitted with ball or roller cages with alternately crossed rollers
DIY machining centres give users increased control
(May 2007)
The mechanical elements of FlatCom are precision engineered to robust designs to ensure exceptional rigidity and minimal vibration
Bearings now available online
(April 2007)
Igus has expanded the opening hours of its UK offices and added online shopping to its website
Distribution deal covers SMAC range
(March 2007)
A new agreement allows LG Motion to sell and support the SMAC range, with its proprietary linear motor technology that allows programmable control of speed, position, and force
Transducer is designed for precision gauging
(March 2007)
Compact transducer is ideally suited to precision gauging in the manufacture of machined parts and tooling
Linear motion experts support design event
(February 2007)
Igus is one of four linear motion experts supporting the forthcoming Linear Motion Design Day on 1st March 2007 at the Kaetsu Centre in Cambridge
Roller table can be adapted to fit the application
(January 2007)
A new heavy duty chain-driven gravity roller table can transport loads of up to 300kg amd may be specified in working lengths and widths, with adjustable height to match the customer's application
Linear bearings are for use with linear shafting
(January 2007)
Linear bearings for use with linear shafting are available in three different types: open, adjustable and closed
Stainless steel linear guide resists corrosion
(December 2006)
Igus has developed a stainless steel version of its DryLin W linear guide especially for corrosive environments
Sliding bearings mount without adapters
(November 2006)
Drylin sliding bearings are maintenance free linear bearings in complete housings supplied by Ondrives via its mechanical drive components catalogue
New brand unites clutches and brakes
(November 2006)
Deltran, the Danaher Motion brand name most recognised for its genuine wrap spring and electromagnetic friction clutch/brake products, has been paired with Thomson
Hardened shafts complement linear bearings
(November 2006)
Ondrives offers a range of hardened and ground linear shafting for use with linear bearings
Prize-winning bearings applications revealed
(October 2006)
A novel bicycle shock absorber design has won the top prize in the Manus Plastic Plain Bearing Design Contest 2006
Maintenance trolley maintains smooth motion
(September 2006)
Harmill Systems develops an innovative inspection trolley device that is helping to improve working conditions below underground trains
Range of Drylin linear bearings and rails
(July 2006)
Ondrives offer a range of Drylin linear bearings and rails within the linear motion section of their mechanical drive components catalogue
Polymer bearings return to offshore show
(July 2006)
Igus is exhibiting at Offshore Northern Seas again this year to underline its dedication to the oil and gas sector
Bearing and shaft supports are light in weight
(May 2006)
Shaft support rails and assemblies with open type ball bushings are available with or without shafts and drilling
Bearing design helps linear rails live longer
(April 2006)
A new design of crossed roller linear bearing eliminates the problem of cage creep - which ultimately shortens the lifetime of the linear bearing and can lead to premature failures
Linear bearings keep connections on the rails
(April 2006)
When LPA Group designed its 4GT box train coupling system, the company was looking for a linear guide that was robust, economical and totally maintenance free
Motion control firm makes debut at drives show
(April 2006)
Visitors to Drives and Controls 2006 from 16th to 18th May will see the launch of a breakthrough hybrid technology for stepper motor drives along with positioning systems and precision tables
News on the Schatz Double V linear bearings from Rodriguez (UK)
(January 2006)
EMS138 stainless steel improves life of enclosed guide wheels and tracks for aerospace, medical, semiconductor, processing and packaging applications
Dutch ceramic linear bearings come to UK
(December 2005)
Claimed to be the world's first practical ceramic linear bearings, they are available in the UK from Unimatic Engineers
Polymer bearings and cable management online
(November 2005)
The new Igus website is designed to make it easier for users to find out about the company's injection moulded polymer bearings and cable management systems for dynamic applications
Catalogue includes linear motion components
(August 2005)
There is an extensive range of linear motion parts available in the 2005 Ondrives mechanical drive components catalogue
Leadscrew modules set to star at DES
(July 2005)
Igus will be marketing its range of leadscrew modules at the Design Engineering Show this year, including the lightweight and corrosion free DryLin SHTP
Energy chains set for offshore showing
(July 2005)
Igus is exhibiting at Offshore Europe this year and will be using the opportunity to promote its LBT Flizz system for cranes
Apprenticeship seeks to solve skills shortage
(June 2005)
A North London company has taken on its first-ever apprentice in a bid to overcome the deepening crisis in engineering recruitment
Linear bearings boast low friction
(February 2005)
LM76 Linear Motion has released two new lines of low friction linear bearings
Linear robots boast superior performance
(January 2005)
Wittmann reckons its newly designed 7 Series of linear robots are its best performing and most competitively priced robots yet
News on the Linear bearings from SKF UK
(January 2005)
SKF Engineering Products has supplied products to a company designing a device that will help engineers who spend significant amounts of time working below underground trains
Linear driven stage answers demanding questions
(December 2004)
The Newport XM2000 is billed as the ultimate solution for the most demanding manufacturing, test and measurement applications
Thomson linear motion products off the shelf
(October 2004)
A new 56-page linear motion products catalogue from Quality Bearings and Components simplifies the process of selecting Thomson Industries shaft, linear bearing and support blocks
Winners are grinners in plastic bearing contest
(October 2004)
The results are in and the winners of Manus, the first UK and Republic of Ireland plastic plain bearing design contest can now be officially revealed
Travelling in style
(August 2004)
The latest linear motion guides are not only fast and accurate, they are reaching almost maintenance-free levels of performance, says Bob Love, Technical Manager at THK