Bearings provide smooth rolling motion that can help machines function with less wear or friction. The less friction generated, the less energy is lost through heat. However, different machines require different types of bearings, and choosing the right kind will optimize the equipment’s day-to-day operations, long-term maintenance needs, and reliability. Learn more about the key differences between friction vs. anti-friction bearings to select the right type for your needs. What Are Friction Bearings? A friction bearing is a fixed, stationary surface that supports a sliding or rotating surfac ..read more

Bearings improve efficiency in linear and rotational movements by reducing friction and supporting loads. The materials used to make bearings impact the applications to which they are best suited and how they perform.  Ceramic hybrid and steel bearings are common choices in many industrial applications. Here, we’ll look at both in detail, along with the strengths and typical applications of each. We’ll also look at considerations for selecting the right bearing for your needs.   Understanding Ceramic and Ceramic Hybrid Bearings Full ceramic bearings are made entirely of ceramic ..read more

Throughout the years, ball and roller bearings have seen significant reductions  in price while quality has improved. Several factors have played a role in this, but production process changes and material quality improvements have most significantly changed the face of the industry. Higher Quality, Lower Prices Prior to universal quality standards, the production process for ball bearings was frequently subpar; surface defects would occur due to issues in the steelmaking and rolling processes. Steel would often contain high amounts of non-metallic inclusions, disrupting the structure of ..read more

Generally speaking, the majority of bearings, cam followers, and other rolling elements are manufactured from AISI 52100, a degassed low-alloy chrome steel blend with significant concentrations of chromium and carbon. AISI 52100 has high hardness ratings and excellent resistance to wear and deformation. These properties, among others, make AISI 52100 an ideal material for ball bearing and roller bearing applications. Highly versatile, AISI 52100 bearings are used in a wide range of industries, from mining and material handling to recreation and power generation. However, standard AISI 52100 be ..read more

Bearings are fundamental to operating machinery across a diverse array of sectors, ranging from mining, electric motors, and machine tools to transportation, power generation, and robotics. Ensuring their longest possible service life is essential to preventing excessive wear; such wear can lead to system failures, often resulting in costly downtime to rebuild equipment. Engineers can use a standard bearing lifespan expectation to calculate the likely longevity of their bearing supplies. Known as the L10 life (or also known as B90 or C90 life), the theorem explains that 90% of bearings will me ..read more

An Important Factor in Bearing Maintenance While bearings remain some of the most rugged and resilient components, they can still fall prey to the problems of wear. Unremedied, worn bearings can result in much larger problems; their failure almost inevitably brings mechanical systems to a halt until they can be repaired. To avoid this expensive downtime, it is essential to learn the various sources of wear in rolling element bearings. One of these factors is the operating speed of the bearings’ mechanical system. High speed applications play a common role in roller bearings applications; ensur ..read more

Rolling bearings are precision bearings, such as balls or rollers, which carry loads in a variety of applications with relatively little resistance. They are durable in even the toughest conditions and maintain a long service life; this can be projected as a period of time or a total number of rotations depending on the application. Over 99% of rolling bearings reach their expected service life. In fact, most causes of premature failure, such as rust, corrosion, pitting, and skewing, are preventable. To protect rolling bearings from long-term damage and premature failure, you can cover the sli ..read more

The first time you choose a bearing catalog, it can be intimidating and confusing. The catalog can seem to be written in a secret code, with a series of letters and numbers that are unknown to anyone who hasn’t chosen a bearing before. This blog post will help you crack the code and understand how to get the most from your bearings. Rolling bearings are designated by codes that indicate the construction, dimensions, tolerances, and clearances of each bearing. Tolerance is the limit of random (unintentional) deviation of a dimension from its nominal value. Allowance is the amount ..read more

Emerson Bearing is a leading supplier of high-quality ball and roller bearings. We have established and maintained our reputation for over five decades, delivering bearings to global and domestic customers. Our team of experts ensures each customer receives the most suitable bearings for their application. One of the major industries we serve is robotic automation. Read on to learn about our precision bearings for robotic applications.   Emerson Bearing’s Precision Bearing Offerings Here is an overview of our precision bearing products: Ball screw support bearings: These precision ..read more

A detailed understanding of bearings is crucial for selecting and sourcing the correct bearing. It's difficult for a customer with little or no knowledge of bearings to make the right decision. That's why it's best to partner with a company or service with experience in sourcing, pricing, and delivering bearings.  Emerson Bearing addresses and solves your bearing issues and challenges, and provides the best solution possible. If you have a pricing or delivery problem, or technical issues, we are here to help. We supply a wide variety of bearing types from our networks across Europe, Asia ..read more