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Flange-Bearings-in-Packaging-Equipment

Flange-Bearings-in-Packaging-Equipment

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Customer Overview: A manufacturer specializing in picnic coolers and ice chests, located in Texas, operating within the recreational equipment industry (SIC Code: 3949).

Operational Environment: The plant operates continuously for 24 hours with severe contamination issues due to overspray of insulating foam and high salt content in the air, leading to corrosion.

Problem Description: The bronze bearings in the 2 post hydraulic press and 2” round shafting would fail every 6 weeks due to contamination and loss of lubrication, resulting in bearing and shafting failures.

Solution Implemented: The bronze bearings were replaced with DDS 24, modified to accept FL 32 bearing. This solution has been effective for 2 years without any incidents or downtime.

Customer Feedback: The customer is satisfied with the solution, as it allows them to produce and ship their seasonal products on time.

Cost Savings: Documented cost savings were achieved, although specific figures are not provided.

Technical Details: The DDS-24 part was used, with 4 bearings per fixture. The installation took place in 1992.

Additional Resources: Photos and an application write-up are available for further reference.

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A manufacturer of picnic coolers & ice chests Recreational Equipment Machinery Involved: 2 post hydraulic press, 2” round shafting in the foam area of the plant. 24 hour continuous operation, severe contamination from overspray of insulating foam, high salt content in the air causes corrosion. Bronze bearings would fail every 6 weeks due to contamination, loss of lubrication. Bearings and shafting would fail. Bronze bearings were replaced with DDS 24, modified to accept FL 32 bearing. Customer Reaction to Solution: DDS has been working for 2 years without incident or downtime. Customer is pleased to produce and ship this seasonal product on time. Documented Cost Savings: Simplicity Part Used: Photos Available: Illustrations Available: Application Write Up Available:

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