It’s hard to imagine an industry more harsh or demanding on bearings than the mining industry. Heavy loads always in motion, vibrations all the time, and the ever-present dirt, dust, and debris.

This file type includes high resolution graphics and schematics when applicable. Nicole Lang, Product Manager, igus Inc. Metals have long been considered the materials of choice for bearings. But igus ...

Conventional compressor bearings - for example, leaded-bronze, rolling element or bi-metal bushings - will be significantly affected by wear in marginally lubricated environments at bearing locations ...