Babbitt thickness & clearance 101: what “as‑cast” and “final machine” really mean
Jack Rooney2025-09-26T15:08:28+00:00Why thickness and clearance matter in Babbitt bearings When a plain bearing [...]
Hydrogen seals, oil rings, RTDs & thermocouples: accessories that save bearings
Jack Rooney2025-09-26T15:03:41+00:00Protect bearings with the right accessories Bearing life is not only about t [...]
Emergency Bearing Replacement: Info to Send with Your RFQ
Jack Rooney2025-08-25T15:09:14+00:00When equipment is down, every minute matters. If you need emergency bearing [...]
Tilt-Pad vs Fixed-Profile Bearings: When to Choose
Jack Rooney2025-08-25T15:05:56+00:00Tilt pad vs fixed bearings: compare performance, stability, and maintenance [...]
Journal Bearing Clearance Chart & How to Measure
Jack Rooney2025-08-25T15:00:33+00:00The Journal Bearing Clearance Chart and Learn How to Measure Looking for a c [...]
Bearing Shells & Liners – New Manufacture
Jack Rooney2025-08-25T14:54:00+00:00Fusion Babbitting designs and manufactures precision bearing shells and line [...]
Tilt-Pad Thrust Bearings – Built to Spec
Jack Rooney2025-08-25T14:49:18+00:00Engineered Tilt Pad Thrust Bearings for Demanding Service Tilt pad thrust be [...]
The Most Overlooked Warning Sign of Journal Bearing Failure
Jack Rooney2025-07-23T14:53:30+00:00When it comes to industrial machinery, journal bearings play a pivotal role [...]
Repair or Recast? How to Decide When a Babbitt Bearing Can Still Be Saved
Jack Rooney2025-07-23T14:41:39+00:00Understanding Babbitt Bearing Failure Analysis Babbitt bearings play a cruci [...]
Why Off-the-Shelf Bearings Keep Failing in Your Custom Equipment
Jack Rooney2025-07-23T14:38:35+00:00Understanding the Limitations of Off-the-Shelf Bearings Choosing the right b [...]