Bearings For Hydropower Applications

    Sept. 15, 2005
    HPF and HPM self-lubricating, fiber/resin composite bearing materials excel in hydropower applications such as Francis, Kaplan, and Pelton turbines, as well as gates and valves.

    HPF consists of a proprietary filled PTFE liner bonded to a fiberglassreinforced composite backing. It comes in both flat and cylindrical geometries. HPM consists of a bearing liner composed of PTFE and high-strength fiber winding encapsulated in an epoxy resin blended with self-lubricating filler. It is available only in cylindrical form.

    The maintenance-free materials give high load capacity, low wear rate and friction, long service life, low water absorption for dimensional stability, and excellent corrosion resistance.

    GGB North America LLC, 700 Mid Atlantic Pkwy., Thorofare, NJ 08086, (856) 848-3200, www.ggbearings.com

    Continue Reading

    Sponsored Recommendations

    April 16, 2025
    Clean. Compact. Less heat.
    April 16, 2025
    SEW-EURODRIVE Introduces DR2C motor, IE5 Ultra-Premium Efficiency Motor
    March 31, 2025
    Unlike passive products - made of simple carbon springs - the bionic prostheses developed by Revival Bionics are propulsive, equipped with a motor and an artificial Achilles tendon...
    March 31, 2025
    Electric drives are a key technology for the performance of machines, robots, and power tools. Download this guide for an introduction to high-quality mechatronic drive systems...

    Voice your opinion!

    To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Machine Design, create an account today!