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September

14

2022

What Are Tapered Roller Bearings?

A key element of machinery designed for heavy-duty applications, the tapered roller bearing consists…

June

23

2022

What Are EMQ-Rated Bearings?

What Are EMQ-Rated Bearings? The demand for a quiet electric motor – meaning, one that runs with very…

What Are the Precision Levels Available for Ball and Roller Bearings?

May

05

2022

What Are the Precision Levels Available for Ball and Roller Bearings?

What Are the Precision Levels Available for Ball and Roller Bearings? Most applications involving…

March

11

2022

AST Highlighted in Design World

AST Highlighted in Design World The life of individual bearings varies considerably, even if they…

Bearing Life and Effects of Harsh Operational Environments – Part 2

February

25

2022

Bearing Life and Effects of Harsh Operational Environments – Part 2

Bearing Life and Effects of Harsh Operational Environments In the previous installment we learned how…

Bearing Life and Effects of Harsh Operational Environments – Part 1

February

11

2022

Bearing Life and Effects of Harsh Operational Environments – Part 1

Bearing Life and Effects of Harsh Operational Environments Manufacturers in nearly every industry are…

AST Spotlighted in Power Transmission Engineering

October

01

2021

AST Spotlighted in Power Transmission Engineering

AST Spotlighted in Power Transmission EngineeringRadial spherical plain bearings serve an important function…

September

17

2021

Simple, but Tough - Part 3

We have arrived at the last installment of our exploratory feature article about radial spherical plain…

September

03

2021

Simple, but Tough - Part 2

In the previous installment, we explored the nature of radial spherical plain bearings and rod ends,…

August

24

2021

Simple, but Tough - Part 1

Radial spherical plain bearings play a key role in off-highway equipment and vehicles. In this feature…

April

09

2021

AST Spotlighted in Design World

For engineers, when considering the type of ball bearing material to use for an upcoming job, there are…

How to Choose the Right Bearing Material for the Job - Part 3

March

26

2021

How to Choose the Right Bearing Material for the Job - Part 3

We have come to the last installment of our in-depth examination of materials that are used to manufacture…

How to Choose the Right Bearing Material for the Job - Part 2

March

12

2021

How to Choose the Right Bearing Material for the Job - Part 2

In the previous installment, we discussed various types of steel bearing components to carefully consider…

How to Choose the Right Bearing Material for the Job - Part 1

February

26

2021

How to Choose the Right Bearing Material for the Job - Part 1

A number of different materials are available for the components of a ball or roller bearing. The proper…

AST Highlighted in Power Transmission Engineering

December

04

2020

AST Highlighted in Power Transmission Engineering

Rolling element ball bearings are commonly used in rotary applications to replace sliding movement when…

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 5

November

20

2020

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 5

We have come to the last installment of our discourse on proper lubricant selection for rolling-element…

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 4

November

13

2020

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 4

In our prior posts, we looked at the factors to consider when selecting the right lubricant for your…

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 3

October

30

2020

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 3

Our last installment of this discussion took a deep dive into lubricant selection criteria. In Part 3,…

October

16

2020

AST Profiled in Design World

For two manufacturers of wall monitor arms that are installed in healthcare facilities across the world,…

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 2

October

02

2020

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 2

In the previous installment, we discussed the types of lubricants available for use with rolling-element…

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 1

September

18

2020

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 1

In this technical article, AST shares their holistic, strategic tips to help you identify the right lubricant…

May

01

2020

Tight Race - Part 2

With its extensive offering of thin section ball bearings, AST helped two manufacturers of wall monitor…

April

17

2020

Tight Race – Part 1

With its extensive offering of thin section ball bearings, AST helped two manufacturers of wall monitor…

AST Bearings Remains Open Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

April

01

2020

AST Bearings Remains Open Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

As an essential, life-sustaining business, AST Bearings will remain open amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.…

February

21

2020

Mission Critical Success – Part 2

AST helped the manufacturer of liquid fuel pumps and gas compressors achieve a more reliable bearing…

February

07

2020

Mission Critical Success – Part 1

For unmanned vehicles that achieve hypersonic speeds, the performance of the combustion engine is paramount.…

December

23

2019

Powering Handheld Power Tools

With a global impact of roughly $26 billion, handheld power tools are an essential tool for residential,…

Radial Play, Axial Play and Internal Clearance in Ball Bearings

December

06

2019

Radial Play, Axial Play and Internal Clearance in Ball Bearings

Ball bearings are complex mechanisms, with ball-to-raceway conformity, radial play and ball complement…

Getting Started: Spherical Plain Bearings

November

22

2019

Getting Started: Spherical Plain Bearings

Radial spherical plain bearings incorporate two distinct structural elements:Inner ring with a spherical,…

November

08

2019

Material Possessions

Choices can be confusing. Do you need chrome steel? Stainless steel? Low carbon steel? Or something else?…

September

27

2019

Perfect Fit

Ball bearings are incredibly precise mechanisms produced with great care. Yet, their performance also…

September

25

2019

Midas Touch

Designers often select shields, or in heavily contaminated environments, seals to protect a bearings…

September

13

2019

Bearing Down on Food Production

Good Carbs. No Carbs. High Protein. Plant Protein. Non-GMO. There’s an increased public awareness and…

Three Key Variables that Impact Bearing Life

September

11

2019

Three Key Variables that Impact Bearing Life

Manufacturers in nearly every industry — food processing, steel fabrication, aerospace, and medical…

Determining the Shelf Life of Lubricated Ball Bearings

August

02

2019

Determining the Shelf Life of Lubricated Ball Bearings

Unlike the iconic, cream-filled, yellow tubular pastry that pop culture has immortalized with its references…

July

19

2019

Focusing on Bearings

Nearly a decade ago, a manufacturer of optical inspection equipment came to us with a dilemma: Its equipment…

Battling Tough Conditions in Textile Manufacturing

July

16

2019

Battling Tough Conditions in Textile Manufacturing

A long-time customer of ours that manufactures roller assemblies for use in machines that spin yarn came…

The right medical device bearings helped bring product to life

July

05

2019

The right medical device bearings helped bring product to life

A longtime customer of ours manufactures medical equipment to assist those with mobility challenges,…

A Unique Approach to Marine Environments – Part 2

June

21

2019

A Unique Approach to Marine Environments – Part 2

The following is part two of a two-part post. Read part one here. A middle market OEM that produces…

A Unique Approach to Marine Environments – Part 1

June

07

2019

A Unique Approach to Marine Environments – Part 1

AST’s customized approach to problem solving helped a manufacturer of weather-beaten products find…

May

24

2019

Grease Consistency

High-quality manufacturing & assembly of the rings, rolling elements, cage & closures are critical when…

May

10

2019

A Breath of Fresh Air

A leading medical device manufacturer faced a difficult challenge: While developing a machine to assist…

AST Article on Radial Play Featured in Design World’s BearingTips.com

April

20

2019

AST Article on Radial Play Featured in Design World’s BearingTips.com

Bearing Tips, a leading resource for comprehensive bearing news and tech tips created by Design World,…

VIDEO: Delivering Mechanical Sub-Assemblies at the Highest Level of Industry Standards

April

17

2019

VIDEO: Delivering Mechanical Sub-Assemblies at the Highest Level of Industry Standards

A major component of AST Bearings’ comprehensive bearing product listing is our wide selection of precision…

VIDEO: AST Offers Highly Skilled Engineering Team to Support You

April

12

2019

VIDEO: AST Offers Highly Skilled Engineering Team to Support You

At AST Bearings, providing our customers with Value Beyond the Part™ is an essential component of…

AST Article on Bearing Failure Analysis Featured in Design World’s BearingTips.com

March

29

2019

AST Article on Bearing Failure Analysis Featured in Design World’s BearingTips.com

AST has once again been published in Bearing Tips, a leading resource from Design World that covers…

Company News: AST’s Steven Sanchez Named Certified Bearing Specialist

March

15

2019

Company News: AST’s Steven Sanchez Named Certified Bearing Specialist

AST Bearings is thrilled to announce Steven Sanchez, P.E., has been named a Certified Bearing Specialist…

Bearing Closures: Bearing Seals and Bearing Shields Part 2

March

14

2019

Bearing Closures: Bearing Seals and Bearing Shields Part 2

Welcome to Part 2 of our blog series on bearing closures (Read Part 1 here), where we continue to discuss…

Bearing Closures – Bearing Seals and Bearing Shields Part I

February

18

2019

Bearing Closures – Bearing Seals and Bearing Shields Part I

Ball and roller bearings are available with different types of shields and seals, commonly referred…

Hydrodynamic, Boundary and Solid Lubrication for Bushings

February

04

2019

Hydrodynamic, Boundary and Solid Lubrication for Bushings

When a lubrication film exists between two relatively moving surfaces, friction conditions of the two…

January

16

2019

AST Moves East Coast HQ to New Facility

AST Bearings has moved our East Coast headquarters to a new 35,000 square foot facility in Parsippany,…

Tech Spotlight: ASTEPB Injection Molded Thermoplastic Series

December

31

2018

Tech Spotlight: ASTEPB Injection Molded Thermoplastic Series

The ASTEPB Series Bushings are economic self-lubricating bearings made by kinds of resin with additive…

December

17

2018

Supply Chain Optimization from AST

Inventory management is an integral component to optimizing supply chains. When it’s done correctly,…

Types of Ball Bearing Retainer Performance Problems

December

03

2018

Types of Ball Bearing Retainer Performance Problems

Ball bearing retainers (also known as a cages or ball separator – these are used interchangeably) are…

November

16

2018

Application Engineering the AST Way

At AST Bearings, one of the primary elements of our value proposition to customers is the ability to…

Types of Fits and Loads for Radial Ball Bearings

November

02

2018

Types of Fits and Loads for Radial Ball Bearings

Selecting the proper shaft and housing fit is critical in optimizing a radial ball bearing’s performance…

US/China Tariff Update: What it Means for Bearing Prices

October

16

2018

US/China Tariff Update: What it Means for Bearing Prices

If you’re in the manufacturing world, then you are undoubtedly aware of the ongoing tariff situation…

September

13

2018

Tech Spotlight: Insert Bearings

Pillow block bearings, flange bearing units, bearing blocks and take-up bearings units all consist of…

August

24

2018

How it’s Done: Bearing Failure Analysis

When a bearing fails prematurely, an experienced bearing engineer can often times reconstruct the sequence…

Three Tips on Selecting Miniature Thrust Bearings

August

10

2018

Three Tips on Selecting Miniature Thrust Bearings

Thrust bearing are a type of rotary bearing that permits rotation between parts and is designed to support…

Bearing Seals and Coatings in Corrosive Environments

July

30

2018

Bearing Seals and Coatings in Corrosive Environments

Bearings can come under attack from exposure to water and moisture, marine climates, and from a variety…

July

11

2018

How to Mount Rod Ends

Rod ends consist of an eye-shaped head with integral shank forming a housing and a standard spherical…

Tariffs on Chinese Products: What Will It Mean to Bearing Prices

June

29

2018

Tariffs on Chinese Products: What Will It Mean to Bearing Prices

As has been highly publicized, the US government has announced a 25% tariff on approximately $34 billion…

June

18

2018

Causes Behind Bearing Failure

When bearings fail to meet their expected life or performance levels, the consequences are far reaching…

Bearing Breakdown: Single Row Deep Groove Bearings

June

01

2018

Bearing Breakdown: Single Row Deep Groove Bearings

The most widely used roller bearing type in the world due to their versatility and overall performance, single…

Material Spotlight: Extra clean 52100 chrome steel bearings

May

21

2018

Material Spotlight: Extra clean 52100 chrome steel bearings

The raw steel used to produce high precision miniature bearings is processed with additional melting…

Product Spotlight: ASTCRG Series Structure, Filament Wound Self-Lubricating Bushings

April

23

2018

Product Spotlight: ASTCRG Series Structure, Filament Wound Self-Lubricating Bushings

Bushings (also referred to as plain bearings, plane bearings, sleeve bearings or linear sleeve bushings)…

Tight and Loose Fits for Radial Ball Bearings

April

13

2018

Tight and Loose Fits for Radial Ball Bearings

Tight and Loose Fits for Radial Ball Bearings Selecting appropriate shaft and housing tightness fits…

AST Launches Bearing Life & Safety Factor Calculator

April

05

2018

AST Launches Bearing Life & Safety Factor Calculator

AST is excited to announce the launch of our complimentary Bearing Life and Safety Factor Calculator,…

March

08

2018

Learn the Lingo: Ball Bearing Cages

The ball bearing cage (also known as a ball bearing retainer or ball separator – these are used interchangeably),…

February

16

2018

Heat Treatment of Bearing Steels

Bearing Steel Heat Treatment When bearing steels are in their soft (unhardened) state, metallurgists…

How to Install and Inspect Needle Roller Bearings

February

09

2018

How to Install and Inspect Needle Roller Bearings

How to Install and Inspect Needle Roller Bearings In today’s blog post, we’re going to take a look…

The Advantages of Self-Lubricating Bushings

January

19

2018

The Advantages of Self-Lubricating Bushings

Self-lubricating bushings are used where the bearing must operate without lubricant or with marginal…

How Quality Inspection is Achieved at AST

January

05

2018

How Quality Inspection is Achieved at AST

In order to achieve regulatory compliance, bearing distributors must be have the equipment and experience…

Case Study: Precision Spindle Assembly for an Industrial Encoder

December

22

2017

Case Study: Precision Spindle Assembly for an Industrial Encoder

AST goes beyond supplying standard bearings, providing precision mechanical sub-assemblies. We specialize…

Bearing Materials in Corrosive Environments

December

14

2017

Bearing Materials in Corrosive Environments

Bearings can come under attack from exposure to water and moisture, marine climates, and from a variety…

November

28

2017

Bearing Tips Across Industries

AST provides bearing solutions for customers in a variety of industries, and each segment represents…

Case Study: Pulley Assembly for Paper Transport System

November

10

2017

Case Study: Pulley Assembly for Paper Transport System

AST goes beyond supplying standard bearings, providing precision mechanical sub-assemblies. We specialize…

Finding the Right Bearing with AST’s Revamped Catalog

October

27

2017

Finding the Right Bearing with AST’s Revamped Catalog

Have you tested AST’s updated online catalog recently? We’ve redesigned the experience of browsing…

Service Life of Spherical Plain Bearings

October

13

2017

Service Life of Spherical Plain Bearings

In our previous blog entry, we examined static and dynamic load ratings for spherical plain bearings.…

Dynamic and Static Load Ratings for Spherical Plain Bearings

September

29

2017

Dynamic and Static Load Ratings for Spherical Plain Bearings

Dynamic Load Rating for Spherical Plain Bearings Dynamic load rating is used for calculations when the spherical…

September

15

2017

Types of Bearing Lubricants

Bearing Lubrication plays a vital role in the performance and life of rolling element bearings. The…

Even More Cages for Ball Bearing: THB/THA, TxHB/TxHA, TA/TB and TxA/TxB

September

01

2017

Even More Cages for Ball Bearing: THB/THA, TxHB/TxHA, TA/TB and TxA/TxB

Last blog entry, we looked at the most common types of ball bearing cages: J-type, W-type, RJ-type, and…

Ball Bearing Cages: J, W, RJ and TW Types

August

21

2017

Ball Bearing Cages: J, W, RJ and TW Types

Ball Bearing Cage Types Ball bearing cages (AKA ball bearing retainers or ball separators) are components…

August

08

2017

Do Higher ABEC Ratings Correlate with Lower Operating Noise?

What are ABEC ratings? In the United States, the American Bearing Manufacturers Association (ABMA) maintains…

Bearings in Action: Laboratory Equipment

July

21

2017

Bearings in Action: Laboratory Equipment

The laboratory work that goes into the testing of blood, urine, tissue, and other specimens is critical…

Bearings in Space: Considerations in Vacuum Environments

July

07

2017

Bearings in Space: Considerations in Vacuum Environments

Bearings for Vacuum Environments Rolling-element bearings are often put to the test in industries known…

June

23

2017

How to Measure Grease Penetration

The consistency of bearing grease can greatly affect the component’s performance. While the consistency…

June

09

2017

AST Featured in Design World Magazine

AST’s recent technical article on bearing considerations in power tools has been published by Design…

COMPANY NEWS: AST’s Jeff Fergus Named Certified Bearing Specialist

May

26

2017

COMPANY NEWS: AST’s Jeff Fergus Named Certified Bearing Specialist

We’re pleased to announce that AST Bearings’ Jeff Fergus has been officially named a Certified Bearing…

Tolerances in Wrapped Versus Standard Bushings

May

12

2017

Tolerances in Wrapped Versus Standard Bushings

Bushings, or plain bearings, operate with sliding motion between the moving surfaces. Bushings are selected…

Tech Articles On-Demand: Keeping Up With the Bearings Blog

April

28

2017

Tech Articles On-Demand: Keeping Up With the Bearings Blog

At AST Bearings, Value Beyond the Part™ is a keystone to our mission as a company, and we’re working…

Engineering FAQ: Thin Section Bearings Part III

April

14

2017

Engineering FAQ: Thin Section Bearings Part III

Welcome to the final section of our FAQ on thin section bearings, catch-up with previous installments…

Engineering FAQ: Thin Section Ball Bearings, Part I

March

17

2017

Engineering FAQ: Thin Section Ball Bearings, Part I

We’re answering all of your questions about thin section bearings in this three-part series. Let’s…

March

03

2017

Bearings in Robotics and Automation

AST has added another entry into our growing series on bearings in various industries with our latest…

February

17

2017

Bearings in Encoders: Full AST Guide

If you’ve been visiting the AST Bearing Blog recently, you may have seen parts of our recent series…

Understanding Internal Clearances in Bushings and Plain Bearings

January

20

2017

Understanding Internal Clearances in Bushings and Plain Bearings

Bushings (also referred to as plain bearings, plane bearings, sleeve bearings or linear sleeve bushings)…

AST Recognized as John Deere “Partner-Level Supplier”

January

03

2017

AST Recognized as John Deere “Partner-Level Supplier”

AST Bearings is pleased to announce that we have been named a John Deere Partner-level Supplier – the…

Bearings in Encoders Part V: Lubrication

January

01

2017

Bearings in Encoders Part V: Lubrication

Catch up on the previous installments here: For part I click here For part II click here For part III…

December

30

2016

AST Launches Redesigned Product Catalog

AST is pleased to announce the launch of our updated online catalog, redesigned from the ground up with…

Bearings in Encoders Part IV: Environmental Specifications

December

22

2016

Bearings in Encoders Part IV: Environmental Specifications

For part I click here For part II click here For part III click here Encoders are used in such a wide…

Bearings in Encoders: Part III: Mounting and Preload

December

09

2016

Bearings in Encoders: Part III: Mounting and Preload

For part I click here For part II click here Bearing preload is critical in encoder spindle designs.…

Bearings in Encoders: Part II, Mechanical Specifications

November

18

2016

Bearings in Encoders: Part II, Mechanical Specifications

For part I, click here This week in the Bearings Blog, we’ll take a closer look into bearing in encoders,…

November

11

2016

Bearings in Encoders: Part I

From robotics to heavy-duty industrial machinery, optical encoders are critical components in motion…

Engineering FAQ: Thin Section Ball Bearings, Part II

October

31

2016

Engineering FAQ: Thin Section Ball Bearings, Part II

We’re answering all of your questions about thin section bearings in this three-part series. Click…

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Full AST Guide

October

28

2016

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Full AST Guide

If you’ve been visiting the AST Bearing Blog recently, you may have seen parts of our recent series…

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Harsh Environments

October

14

2016

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Harsh Environments

The final installment in a five-part series on bearings in power tools. To catch up, see the following: Industry…

Plastic and Non-Metallic Materials Bearings

October

05

2016

Plastic and Non-Metallic Materials Bearings

Usually, when people think of bearing materials the first option they will imagine is stainless steel.…

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Lubrication

September

30

2016

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Lubrication

This installment is part four of a five-part series on bearings in power tools. To catch up, see the…

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Temperatures and Materials

September

16

2016

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Temperatures and Materials

This installment is part three of a five-part series on bearings in power tools. To catch up, see the…

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Noise and Vibration

September

02

2016

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Noise and Vibration

To read part I of our series on bearings in power tools, click here. A noisy and vibrating tool will…

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Introduction

August

19

2016

Bearing Considerations in Handheld Power Tools: Introduction

As part of our mission at the Bearings Blog, we strive to delve deep into topics, giving readers a deeper…

Radial Ball Bearings: Fitting and Mounting Considerations

July

22

2016

Radial Ball Bearings: Fitting and Mounting Considerations

Selecting the proper shaft and housing fit is critical in optimizing a radial ball bearing’s performance…

July

08

2016

AST Video Spotlights

Did you know that AST has a video section highlighting some of our value-added services and capabilities?…

Preloading Ball Bearings: Full AST Guide

June

24

2016

Preloading Ball Bearings: Full AST Guide

Preloading Ball Bearings Now that our full preload guide has been posted we’re compiling all of the…

June

10

2016

Inventory Management Solutions from AST

Inventory management is an integral component to optimizing supply-chains, When it’s done correctly,…

Bearing Spotlight: Cam Follower Roller Bearings

May

27

2016

Bearing Spotlight: Cam Follower Roller Bearings

Cam follower roller bearings – often called track followers – are specialty roller bearings designed…

Preloading Ball Bearings Part V: Final Considerations Before Preloading

May

13

2016

Preloading Ball Bearings Part V: Final Considerations Before Preloading

Welcome to the final installment of The Bearing Blog’s focus on preloading ball bearings. Today, we’re…

April

29

2016

Preloading Ball Bearings Part IV: Frequently Asked Questions

Over the last three installments of the Bearings Blog, we’ve been examining preloading; follow the…

Preloading Ball Bearings Pt. III: Axial Adjustment and Duplex Bearings

April

15

2016

Preloading Ball Bearings Pt. III: Axial Adjustment and Duplex Bearings

Over the last two installments of the Bearings Blog, we’ve been examining preloading; follow the…

Preloading Ball Bearings Pt. II: Spring and Fixed Constraint

April

01

2016

Preloading Ball Bearings Pt. II: Spring and Fixed Constraint

Last time in the Bearings Blog we looked at what preloading means and why it’s important. To read…

Tech Spotlight: Preloading Ball Bearings

March

18

2016

Tech Spotlight: Preloading Ball Bearings

In the case of ball bearings, preload is often a misunderstood concept and overlooked by designers and…

March

04

2016

How to Mount Spherical Plain Bearings

To facilitate mounting of spherical plain bearings, the ends of pins or shafts and the edges of housing…

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What Are Tapered Roller Bearings?

What Are Tapered Roller Bearings?

What Are EMQ-Rated Bearings?

What Are the Precision Levels Available for Ball and Roller Bearings?

AST Highlighted in Design World

Bearing Life and Effects of Harsh Operational Environments – Part 2

Bearing Life and Effects of Harsh Operational Environments – Part 1

AST Spotlighted in Power Transmission Engineering

Simple, but Tough - Part 3

Simple, but Tough - Part 2

Simple, but Tough - Part 1

AST Spotlighted in Design World

How to Choose the Right Bearing Material for the Job - Part 3

How to Choose the Right Bearing Material for the Job - Part 2

How to Choose the Right Bearing Material for the Job - Part 1

AST Highlighted in Power Transmission Engineering

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 5

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 4

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 3

AST Profiled in Design World

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 2

Lubrication for Life, Lubricant Selection is Often Overlooked in the Design Process - Part 1

Tight Race - Part 2

Tight Race – Part 1

AST Bearings Remains Open Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

Mission Critical Success – Part 2

Mission Critical Success – Part 1

Powering Handheld Power Tools

Radial Play, Axial Play and Internal Clearance in Ball Bearings

Getting Started: Spherical Plain Bearings

Material Possessions

Perfect Fit

Midas Touch

Bearing Down on Food Production

Three Key Variables that Impact Bearing Life

Determining the Shelf Life of Lubricated Ball Bearings

Focusing on Bearings

Battling Tough Conditions in Textile Manufacturing

The right medical device bearings helped bring product to life

A Unique Approach to Marine Environments – Part 2

A Unique Approach to Marine Environments – Part 1

Grease Consistency

A Breath of Fresh Air

AST Article on Radial Play Featured in Design World’s BearingTips.com

VIDEO: Delivering Mechanical Sub-Assemblies at the Highest Level of Industry Standards

VIDEO: AST Offers Highly Skilled Engineering Team to Support You

AST Article on Bearing Failure Analysis Featured in Design World’s BearingTips.com

Company News: AST’s Steven Sanchez Named Certified Bearing Specialist

Bearing Closures: Bearing Seals and Bearing Shields Part 2

Bearing Closures – Bearing Seals and Bearing Shields Part I

Hydrodynamic, Boundary and Solid Lubrication for Bushings

AST Moves East Coast HQ to New Facility

Tech Spotlight: ASTEPB Injection Molded Thermoplastic Series

Supply Chain Optimization from AST

Types of Ball Bearing Retainer Performance Problems

Application Engineering the AST Way

Types of Fits and Loads for Radial Ball Bearings

US/China Tariff Update: What it Means for Bearing Prices

Tech Spotlight: Insert Bearings

How it’s Done: Bearing Failure Analysis

Three Tips on Selecting Miniature Thrust Bearings

Bearing Seals and Coatings in Corrosive Environments

How to Mount Rod Ends

Tariffs on Chinese Products: What Will It Mean to Bearing Prices

Causes Behind Bearing Failure

Bearing Breakdown: Single Row Deep Groove Bearings

Material Spotlight: Extra clean 52100 chrome steel bearings

Product Spotlight: ASTCRG Series Structure, Filament Wound Self-Lubricating Bushings

Tight and Loose Fits for Radial Ball Bearings

AST Launches Bearing Life & Safety Factor Calculator

Learn the Lingo: Ball Bearing Cages

Heat Treatment of Bearing Steels

How to Install and Inspect Needle Roller Bearings

The Advantages of Self-Lubricating Bushings

How Quality Inspection is Achieved at AST

Case Study: Precision Spindle Assembly for an Industrial Encoder

Bearing Materials in Corrosive Environments

Bearing Tips Across Industries