Food and beverage packaging lines use bearings in conveyors, filling machines, capping systems, labeling equipment, wrapping machines, and packaging drives. These systems require consistent motion, dependable operation, and suitable resistance to moisture, cleaning procedures, and production-related contamination.
Bearing selection should reflect the actual environment, including washdown frequency, lubricant requirements, operating speed, and the need to prevent product contamination.
Recommended MTWB bearing solutions for F&B packaging:
Extra Heavy Duty Bearings
Suitable for packaging equipment with relatively high mechanical loads, heavy conveyor assemblies, and demanding drive mechanisms. The selected bearing must match the equipment's load, speed, and lubrication requirements without introducing unnecessary friction or excessive maintenance needs.
Low Temp. −250°C Bearings
Suitable only for specialized cryogenic packaging or handling equipment that operates at extremely low temperatures, such as selected systems associated with cryogenic food processing. Conventional beverage filling, labeling, and packaging machinery typically does not require bearings rated for −250°C. Low-temperature material and lubricant compatibility must be verified for the specific application.
One-Way Bearings
Suitable for compatible indexing mechanisms, feed systems, and intermittent packaging drives that require controlled directional rotation or backstop functionality. They can help support repeatable machine movements where reverse rotation must be prevented, subject to the required torque and engagement conditions.
Large Size Bearings
Suitable for large packaging conveyors, heavy-duty rotating tables, and industrial handling systems with larger shafts or substantial rotating structures. Bearing dimensions, load capacity, sealing, lubrication, and installation conditions should be matched to the machinery.
For food and beverage packaging OEMs, MTWB can assess the mechanical and environmental requirements of each application to help identify an appropriate bearing design.
