Emerson Bearing, a Boston based bearing company catering to OEM and MRO markets throughout the U.S. and internationally, has recently announced a new Machine Tools division. Customer care representatives in the new division are trained 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, the company 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.
Emerson’s 24/7 service and inventory are critical to the operations of many of its clients. As part of customer care, the company’s industry experts provide clients with the unique service of “Bearing Failure Analysis,” which helps them 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 within the Technical Toolbox on the Emerson Bearing Web site. Contact Piracini at (866) 995-8764 or bpiracini@emersonbearing.com. Also call (800) 225-4587, e-mail info@emersonbearing.com, or go to [www.emersonbearing.com].
