Emerson Bearing Blog

While there might be a few youngsters out there who still believe every gift they receive was made in Santa’s workshop, high-quality, long-lasting toys are made possible by committed manufacturers working with the best components.

Looking through a bearing catalog for the first time can be confusing or even a little intimidating. The numbering system is universal, and the majority of manufacturers use the same numbers for the same product. This allows for access to competitive products globally. The catalog can seem to be written in a secret code, with a series of letters and numbers that are unknown to anyone who hasn't chosen a bearing before. This blog post will help you crack the code and understand how to get the most from your bearings. 

Have you ever looked at a bearing catalogue and felt like you were reading a foreign language, with bearing tolerances written in a series of letters that you’re sure are supposed to make sense? At Emerson Bearing, we want to help you choose the right bearing for your application. That is why we’ve prepared this blog post to help you decipher the language of bearing tolerances.

At Emerson Bearing, we understand how crucial it is to choose the right bearing for the right application. If you need to extend the service life of your bearing, you must first consider the kinds of things that can cause wear so that they can be avoided or resolved.

At Emerson Bearing we know that the service life of your bearing is important and want to help make sure that your bearing doesn’t get worn out too soon. This blog post aims to describe bearing wear and service life to help you get the most out of your bearings.

Temperature is extremely important when choosing a bearing. Whether due to friction, electrical current, electromagnetic induction, or an extreme external environment, bearings are often required to perform in high temperature environments.  We’ve provided this quick article to help you understand the essence of what it takes for your bearing to take the heat.

The purpose of a rolling bearing is simple, reduce the rolling friction while supporting the applied load. Most rolling bearings are composed by two concentric rings – known as the inner and outer race – separated by a set of evenly spaced elements rolling in between them.

Selecting a bearing requires choosing a series of parameters, including not only the most appropriate type and correct size, but also the right material. In fact, making sure that the material has the appropriate strength and toughness for the design is extremely important for a bearing. 

Clearance, preloading, and fit are common mechanical engineering concepts that also apply to the rolling bearing, for which they have a crucial importance. At Emerson Bearing we want to make sure that your bearing selection is perfect for your design. In this post, we will discuss clearance fits and preloads.

Each October, professionals from various industries celebrate Manufacturing (MFG) Day. This national event gives companies the opportunity to open their doors to the general public.

At Emerson Bearing we are fully dedicated to our customers, and take pride in making outstanding products as well as providing accurate documentation of their performance. Our bearings are engineered and manufactured with the highest levels of precision, and uphold the highest quality standards, however, no bearing lasts forever. So how can you be sure that your bearing will perform well throughout its life?