While HEMI engines have a reputation for toughness and durability, there is one common weak spot in the design: HEMI lifters ...

Brammer and NSK Bearings look at common types of bearing damage and how they can be prevented. Rolling element bearings are a key constituent part of virtually every rotating machine and consequently ...

The bearing related derailment that occurred in East Palestine Feb. 3, 2023 on a Norfolk Southern line was tragic in many ways. Following months of investigation, the NTSB held a hearing on June 22, ...

The Schaeffler Group has developed a new, mixed iron oxide coating for cylindrical roller bearings, which provides increased resistance to slippage during alternating, low load conditions, ...

Wind turbines are more reliable than ever, as evidenced by the uptime and availability numbers for today’s wind farms. It’s due in large part to wind-turbine gearboxes that have become increasingly ...

Wind turbines are fitted with multiple bearings that each wear differently. Today, larger stresses in larger turbines are testing conventional bearing designs, particularly in mainshafts. Photo ...

Bearing failures are the most common cause of electric motor and generator failure. Maintenance professionals can optimize the life of these machines by following industry best practices for bearing ...