Author: netwiz

What are Anti-Friction Bearings?

Blog | June 8th, 2018

When it comes right down to it, the world just doesn’t work without the proper bearings being used. At Global Bearing Imports P/L, we have spent years honing our craft in order to supply customers with the proper bearings for the work that they do. No matter what industry you can think of, bearings are […]

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Over-lubrication in Bearings: Why Should This Be Avoided?

Blog | May 27th, 2018

Is bearing over-lubrication a problem? It seems unlikely. After all, we’d expect more oil to improve the slippery effect that governs bearing utilization. Counterintuitively, that “more is better” approach can actually impair the rolling elements. At this juncture, the best advice we can give is to avoid this unwise practice. But why? What possible reason […]

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Single Direction Thrust Ball Bearings

Blog | May 10th, 2018

Learning about bearings may sound uninteresting for some people; however, these little things contribute immensely to our daily lives giving ease of use of machines, equipment, and even our own vehicles. Ball bearings are incredibly important to a variety of industries spanning just about every conceivable subject known to man. To put things simply: bearings […]

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The Importance of Reliable Bearings for Conveyors in Production Plants

Blog | April 30th, 2018

When you think of a functional factory or production plant the first image that comes to your mind will likely feature a conveyor belt. Assembly lines for efficient production of products rely on conveyor belts in order to keep the process moving along. These long and winding belts are the heartbeat of a functional factory […]

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Electric Motor Bearings: Maximising Effectiveness and Capacity

Blog | April 12th, 2018

You don’t have to be an engineer to understand that machines are comprised of numerous parts, big and small, that all need to work together in concert in order to be effective. While not a glamorous topic, knowledge regarding the importance of bearings is very important to the entire process of just about every industry […]

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