Are bearings or bushings best for 3D printers? And how can they be improved so that 3D printers can more quickly and reliably turn out parts of higher quality? Although increasing the quality and ...

As adoption grows, educating engineers and service technicians about modern polymers’ superior performance and lubrication-free operation remains crucial. Polymer bearing manufacturer, igus, produces ...

Polymer bearings incorporating a PTFE-based running surface were viewed as a step forward in scroll compressor performance when they were initially introduced around three decades ago. These polymer ...

Whether metal or plastic, the main purpose of bearings is simple: reduce friction to improve performance and extend the life of the components. In many applications, they also support load and absorb ...

KS Gleitlager GmbH says it has launched a new generation of polymer bearings specifically engineered for mild hybrids with stop-start functions. One consequence of the ever tougher requirements on IC ...

After 10 years and more than 100,000 operating hours dredging up silt, sand, rocks and stones in some of the toughest marine environments imaginable, the Thordon Composite bearing installed on the Al ...

Polymer technology is rapidly transforming heavy lifting equipment and industrial machinery, replacing traditional steel bearings with stronger, more durable alternatives. Source: Supplied. As ...