1. Introduction: The Death of the “One-Size-Fits-All” Era For decades, the catalog was the king of the engineering office. When a designer needed to solve a motion problem, they flipped to a page, pic...

I. Introduction: The New Reality of Sourcing from China If you have been in the mechanical industry for a while, you know the old stereotype: “Sourcing from China is great for the budget, but risky fo...

I. Introduction: The “Perfect Fit” Dilemma When you start a new mechanical design project, the first thing you probably do is reach for a manufacturer’s catalog. It’s the safe bet, right? You look for...

1. Introduction Electric motors are the workhorses of modern industry, powering everything from small household appliances to massive industrial pumps and conveyor systems. At the heart of these motor...

Welcome to our professional guide on selecting the ideal bearing solutions for your machinery. As a leading manufacturer in the bearing industry, we understand that choosing the right component is the...

Welcome to the FTM Bearings technical resource center. Choosing the right ball bearing is only half the battle; ensuring it is installed correctly is what determines the actual service life of your ma...

1. Introduction In the world of mechanical engineering and industrial manufacturing, managing friction is the key to longevity and efficiency. To achieve this, two primary components are utilized: bea...

1. Introduction Roller bearings are fundamental components in virtually all rotating machinery, from heavy industrial equipment and automotive systems to precision instruments. They are expertly desig...

1. Introduction A ball bearing is a type of rolling-element bearing that uses balls to maintain the separation between the moving parts of the bearing, which are the inner and outer rings. Its primary...

1. Introduction to Stainless Steel Ball Bearings Stainless steel ball bearings are essential components in countless industrial and mechanical applications, offering superior performance and longevity...

1. Introduction Brief overview of spherical roller bearings and their importance in various industries. Spherical roller bearings (SRBs) are a fundamental component in rotary machinery across countles...

1. Introduction to Stainless Steel Bearings Briefly define what stainless steel bearings are. Stainless steel bearings are rolling-element bearings whose rings, rolling elements (balls or rollers), an...