Helpful Solutions for 4 Bulk Material Handling Problems
Bulk material handling is serious stuff. Everything about moving bulk materials is intense – high loads, weighty physical impacts, and extreme conditions. So it isn’t any surprise that there are unique challenges to overcome. In this article, we’ll examine the most common issues with bulk material handling, and how to address them. We’ll also highlight […]
The 3 Biggest Conveying Challenges in Food and Beverage Processing
If you work in food and beverage processing, you know that there are unique challenges to overcome. Between high sanitation standards, frequent equipment washdowns, and potential food contamination, there’s a lot to manage. In this article, we’ll examine these challenges, and how to handle them. We’ll also explore how Timken’s innovative products can provide solutions […]
Unveiling the Future of Food and Beverage Processing: IP69K Hygienic Mounted Ball Bearings
In the fast-paced world of food and beverage processing, efficiency, hygiene, and safety are paramount. Manufacturers constantly seek innovative solutions to protect their equipment from harsh environments while maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness. Timken® IP69K hygienic mounted ball bearings have emerged as a game-changer in the industry, providing a revolutionary approach to address these […]
Mounted Solid-Block Spherical Roller Bearings for Aggregate & Mining Industries
As an industry that stands up to the most demanding circumstances and conditions, the aggregate industry needs unwavering solutions for their conveying needs. When it comes to choosing the right roller bearings, especially mounted spherical roller bearings, harsh environments, contamination, shock loading, and abrasion pose quite a challenge in extending life expectancy and avoiding costly […]
How to Elevate Food Safety with Corrosion-Resistant Bearing Housed Units
Protecting the food that your company produces and packages from contamination is the most important priority when dealing with high amounts of product. Making sure there are all the necessary components that will ensure not only food safety but also your equipment is essential to the strength of your food and beverage operation. When it […]
Timken® Self-Aligning Mounted Bearings Offer Superior Strength and Sealing
Designed for mills, mines, power plants and other unforgiving environments. If dirt and debris are costing you downtime, a stronger mounted bearing solution might be the answer. Timken® Self-Aligning Tapered Roller Bearing Housed Units are designed for applications from aggregate and steel to mining and power generation. This self-aligning tapered roller bearing housed units feature […]
Now Mounted Bearings Are Even Easier to Install or Replace
Timken’s Double-Nut Design Saves Time, Eliminates Difficult Measuring Timken’s expanded line of mounted bearings now includes spherical roller bearing solid-block housed units in sizes up to 15 inches (380 mm) and each TAA Series unit now has an improved adapter sleeve, designed to simplify bearing replacements in challenging environments. The modified adapter sleeve, in addition […]
Bearing Repair—Why It’s Ideal For Heavy Industries
Repaired bearings can be returned to like-new specifications in about one-third of the time, costing up to 60 percent less than a new bearing Why has bearing repair grown significantly in popularity among heavy industrial customers? According to Timken®, most bearings in heavy industrial applications are removed from service before they have reached their full useful […]
How To Measure Chain Stretch
When it comes to routine maintenance, a roller chain is one of the most neglected system components due to its inexpensive cost value. Because they are commonly covered by guards, too, they often fall “out-of-sight, out-of-mind,” only becoming a priority once the chain starts acting up and making noise. However, proper roller chain maintenance might […]
V-Belt vs Synchronous Belt — 5 Reasons To Upgrade Your Belt Drive
Upgrading Your V-belt To A Maintenance-Free Synchronous Belt Could Be The Energy-Conserving Solution You’ve Been Looking For To Improve Your PT Operations V-belts are the oldest, most commonly used power transmission belt style in the industry, and therefore, are often referred to as “classicals.” Whereas, synchronous belts, also known as timing belts, positive-drive belts or […]
