Bearing Lubrication

Bearings are used to constraint relative motion between two parts or more and carry load during operation. There are many bearing types and each type has its own use.

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Imbalance in Overhung Machinery

An overhung machine is one where the fan or impeller lies outside of the bearings that support the shaft. Figure 1, below, shows an illustration of an overhung impeller. Figure 1. Overhung impeller connected to a motor Overhung machines tend to have high 1X forces…

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Ways to Reduce Boat Vibration and Noise

Some boats vibrate more and make a lot of noise. Vibration and noise in boat require immediate attention. Vibration and noise are related; vibration generates unwanted noise. Below are some ways to decrease vibration and noise on your boat: Boat PropellersOne of the most common…

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Types of Rolling Element Bearings

Rolling element bearings have been widely used in rotating equipment. They are designed to carry load and provide constrained motion between two or more parts. A rolling element bearing consists of outer race, rolling elements (balls, cylindrical roller, etc), inner race, and a cage to…

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Rolling Bearing Life

The main functions of a rolling bearing are to carry load and provide near frictionless environment to support and guide a rotating shaft. Rolling bearings have four components: outer race, rolling elements, inner race, and a cage to support and guide the rolling elements. The…

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Ultrasonics for Machine Monitoring

Machinery in industrial environments typically generate a lot of noise. Other than being very loud, these noise emissions can sometimes provide clues to the condition of a particular machine. Measuring ultrasonics can be useful in detecting:  • Steam and air leaks • Lubrication issues •…

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Rolling Element Bearing: Forcing Frequencies

Rolling element bearings are used in all sorts of rotating applications. Unfortunately, because of poor machine setup and maintenance, fewer than 10% of bearings reach their intended design life; this is because even marginal increases above the maximum allowable load on a bearing can dramatically…

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Balancing in Manufacturing

Balancing has been an important function in industries that produce or utilize rotating machinery and equipment. The reason for balancing rotating equipment is because most materials and manufacturing processes are inherently flawed to some degree. It is extremely difficult to achieve a perfectly balanced product…

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