Power transmission equipment transfers mechanical energy through gearboxes, motors, pumps, couplings, and drive assemblies. Bearings in these systems must support rotating shafts, manage radial and axial loads as required by the design, and maintain reliable operation under continuous or intermittent duty cycles.
Operating speed, torque, lubrication quality, temperature, alignment, and contamination all influence bearing performance and service life.
Recommended MTWB bearing solutions for power transmission applications:
Special Measures Bearing / Part
Customized bearings and mechanical parts can be developed for gearboxes, drive shafts, transmission mechanisms, and specialized rotating assemblies. These solutions are useful when standard dimensions, internal configurations, or mounting interfaces cannot satisfy the equipment's design requirements. Engineering evaluation should consider load distribution, shaft alignment, operating speed, and housing geometry.
High Temp. +350°C Bearings
For power transmission equipment exposed to extreme heat, specialized high-temperature bearing designs may be required. Applications could include transmission mechanisms integrated into high-temperature industrial processes. Material stability, clearance changes, lubrication limitations, and thermal expansion must be evaluated for the actual operating temperature.
Maintenance Free Bearings (Patented)
Maintenance-free bearing solutions may be suitable for selected transmission linkages, auxiliary drive mechanisms, and components where regular lubrication is difficult or costly. Reducing routine lubrication requirements can simplify maintenance planning, provided the bearing is designed for the expected load, speed, and service conditions.
Oil Pump Bearings
Oil pump bearings are relevant to lubrication systems used in compatible gearboxes, industrial drives, and transmission equipment. They support rotating pump components and help maintain stable operation of the lubrication system. Bearing selection should account for shaft speed, pump loads, lubricant properties, operating temperature, and contamination control.
MTWB can review equipment drawings, existing bearing references, and operating data to identify suitable bearing configurations for specialized power transmission applications.
