Solid block bearing units are good as gold

Solid block bearing units are good as gold

The Timken® Spherical Roller Bearing Solid-Block Housed Units are solid-blocks of steel that have been designed to eliminate the risk of bearing contamination.

“These units are completely sealed off and come pre-assembled – unlike standard bearings which are supplied in separate components, the bearing, housing and sleeve is all included,” explains Michael Greelish, the National Segment Manager for Mines, Quarries and Resources at CBC Australia.

“With standard bearings, all it takes is one small gust of wind and the dust blows in and contaminates the bearing while you’re trying to fit it.”

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