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Hydrostatic and Hydrodynamic Bearings

A global leader in hydrodynamic and magnetic bearings, Waukesha Bearings is committed to ongoing technology leadership to enable the energy transition. World-class testing capabilities allow our engineers to develop and validate designs, analytical methods and materials; evaluate performance; and prove out solutions for a new class of machines. Read more...

At Waukesha Bearings, we collaborate with customers to engineer hydrodynamic fluid film bearings for optimized performance in individual operating conditions.

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Operating Principle

In a fluid film bearing, the stationary and rotating surfaces are separated by a thin film of lubricant, such as oil, air, water or process fluid. In a hydrodynamic fluid film bearing, the film pressure that separates the surfaces is created by the relative motion (rotation) of the surfaces as the lubricant is pulled into a converging geometry between the surfa... Read more...

Bearing materials play a significant role in fluid film bearing performance. Continuing materials development has expanded the ability of fluid film bearings to meet stringent application goals, such as increased load capacity, reduced power loss, operation in process fluids, or the ability to handle contaminants. Read the white paper for an overview of material options, including polyme... Read more...

Horizontal Assemblies - Highly Customized

Waukesha Bearings horizontal bearing assemblies include highly customized journal or combined journal and thrust bearings designed to interface with an external pressurized oil system or operate fully self-contained.

Expertly engineered to meet each customer’s specifications, these horizontal arrangements can be fitted... Read more...