Guide to the selection and maintenance of machine parts

Bearing units are a key component in many industrial applications, consisting of a double-sealed single-row deep groove ball bearing and a special housing - the bearing housing. In this housing, the bearing is positioned such that its outer ring with a spherical surface is able to tilt by several degrees.

The mounting method fundamentally affects the accuracy, service life, and performance of bearings, which is why proper attention must be paid to it, and the correct mounting and, if necessary, dismounting procedures must be established. It is always necessary to base the process on the needs of the specific bearing and its seating.

O-rings are a key component in many industries, such as the automotive, aerospace, space, chemical, pharmaceutical, construction, food, beverage, electronic, semiconductor, energy, water management, and irrigation industries. Thanks to their versatile sealing properties, simplicity, and low cost, they have a wide range of uses in many industrial applications.

Shaft sealing rings, simmer rings, or simply gufero seals. In this article, you will learn about the history of this important component, who is behind its creation, and what the individual designs of gufero seals are.

Hlavní přednosti klínových řemenů jsou tichý chod, jednoduchá instalace a funkce bezpečnostní spojky při přetížení, kterou plní díky možnosti krátkodobého prokluzu. Aby si klínové řemeny zachovaly své vlastnosti, vyžadují důslednou údržbu, která dokáže být v nepřetržitých provozech nebo těžko dostupných pohonech poměrně náročná. Doporučení kontrolovat a dopínat klínové řemeny každých 2000 provozních hodin se v některých provozech tedy poměrně obtížně splňuje. 

V-belts are among the most widely used drive components in both industry and the automotive sector. Thanks to their design, they enable efficient power transmission, high reliability, and wear resistance. In this article, we will focus on the various types of V-belts, their profiles, and their specific practical applications.

Designation of rolling bearings might seem like a science, but it's not that bad. Even though at first glance it might not be completely clear. The designation consists of a combination of numbers and letters.

Damaged bearings lead to downtime and lost productivity. Find out how to prevent damage before it is too late.

They say that not all belts are created equal. Did you know that simply by choosing the right belt drive you can save yourself a lot of worries and additional costs? Indeed, an unsuitable choice of belt drive will, sooner or later, show in normal operation – from reduced drive service life and high stress and wear on bearings to a number of other complications.

The most common type is a rolling bearing,  which usually consists of an inner and outer ring, between which smooth metal balls or rollers (or possibly other elements) roll, housed in a so-called cage. The relevant load is transmitted through these rolling elements, thereby allowing free rotation or displacement of the corresponding machine parts.