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Linear shafts perform demanding tasks in industrial applications: They permit precise and repeatable linear movements under high mechanical loads. To meet these requirements, proper material selection, hardening, and surface treatment is critical. All of these factors directly affect the service life, precision and performance of a linear shaft. This article introduces these three aspects and highlights their dependencies so you can select the best linear shaft for your application.

Linear ball bearings are important components in many mechanical engineering applications. The function of linear ball bearings is to enable precise and low friction movement along an axis. This article provides important guidance on the selection, installation and maintenance of linear ball bearings, so you can be sure to find the right bearing for your application and get the most out of it.

Ball bearings and other rolling bearings are installed in numerous machines. The installed bearings transfer the radial or axial forces that occur to the machine housing and thus permit the use of various moving components. The forces that occur and the resulting load in the bearing must already be determined during the design process. The load distribution in the bearing and the matching contact point geometry is crucial for the expected service life, function and efficiency of the bearing. In this article, we will look at the load exerted on a rolling bearing and how contact surface geometry affects load distribution in the rolling bearing.

Pipe fittings are used to securely connect pipes, tubes, and hoses. They are used in pneumatics as well as in hydraulics and other fluid-carrying systems. However, suitable fittings and adapters are also available for pipes under vacuum. As an important component of these systems, it is essential that pipe fittings reliably and securely connect the components to be connected and permanently prevent liquids or gases from entering or exiting. This article introduces different types of pipe fittings and their ideal uses, and will help you choose the best pipe fitting for your application

Specialty plastics are used when applications place high demands on the material or special properties are required. They frequently have insulating properties and their high resistance to water and chemicals makes them a reliable, low-maintenance material. It is then no wonder that specialty plastics are used in many technical fields and also in fasteners such as screws and nuts. The following article provides an overview of various specialty plastics and their applications.

Neodymium magnets are the strongest permanent magnets available and can produce very strong magnetic fields in the smallest of spaces. This property allows them to be integrated into a variety of devices and applications even when space is limited.

What makes neodymium magnets so strong, what applications are available, how they are made, and what to consider when using them is discussed in this article.