Emerson Bearing Launches New Machine Tools Division

Emerson Bearing (Boston, MA), a bearing manufacturer that supplies the OEM and MRO markets, recently created a new Machine Tools division to accommodate the unique needs of machine tool clients. The division was created to meet increased demand and significant growth in this market over the last couple of years.

Bob Piracini, marketing specialist, will lead the new division. Emerson Bearing’s knowledgeable machine tool team assists clients in determining which bearing technologies would be most suitable by taking into consideration the specifications, recommendations, maintenance strategies, fatigue life and wear resistance of the bearing in relation to the application.

Machine Tool applications require bearings that are designed for rigid, high-speed, high-precision machine tool spindles. Emerson Bearing offers super-precision bearings, linear motion, timing belts, adhesives and sealants, ball bearings and cylindrical roller bearings. As machine centers operate at higher speeds and demand greater levels of precision, Emerson Bearing recommends the new generation of bearings made from advanced steels. These provide extended bearing life and increased tolerances. The company offers several brands, such as Barden and NSK, which provide this option. Other available options include sealed bearings for harsh environments.

As part of their customer care, Emerson’s industry experts provide clients with the unique service of “Bearing Failure Analysis,” which helps customers determine the cause of bearing failure so that they may prevent future failure and predict reliability. Or, if clients desire to do so, they can utilize the Bearing Failure Analysis program on the Emerson Bearing website.

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