Global wheel, 7 types of bearings cover all industrial scenarios

Time：Jun 06,2025

An automotive manufacturing client planned to replace a previously purchased brand of casters. During a conversation, it was learned that the bearings of the production line's conveyor rollers are replaced monthly, resulting in downtime losses exceeding 20,000 yuan per instance. Caster bearings might seem like an insignificant component of a caster, but they actually play a huge role in the efficiency and durability of the equipment.

Short bearing life → frequent replacement, increasing maintenance costs

Insufficient load capacity → affects the stability of heavy equipment

High friction coefficient → large push-pull resistance, increased energy consumption

Poor dust/water resistance → prone to seizing and rusting in harsh conditions

Bearings are like the 'joints' of equipment; choose the right ones and they run smoothly, choose the wrong ones and they break easily.

I. First, understand: What kind of bearings does your company's equipment need?

Load capacity: How much weight needs to be carried? (e.g., forklifts need super heavy-duty capacity, while hand trucks are fine with light loads)

Operating environment: Is there water, dust, or chemicals? (e.g., food factories need rust prevention, construction sites need sand resistance)

Rotation requirements: Is quiet operation needed? Is impact resistance needed? (e.g., precision instruments are sensitive to noise, construction equipment often vibrates)

II. 7 types of bearings compared, understand which to choose in 1 minute

Bearing Type	Features	Suitable Scenarios
Ball Bearing	Fast rotation, low friction	Hand trucks, shelving wheels
Tapered Roller Bearing	Super pressure-resistant, preferred for heavy loads	Forklifts, factory heavy equipment
Impact-resistant Bearing	Resistant to drops and vibrations	Construction machinery, mining vehicles
Terling Bearing	Waterproof, rust-proof, maintenance-free	Food factories, chemical factories
Cylindrical Roller Bearing	Distributes pressure, not easily deformed	Port cranes, large handling equipment
Nylon Roller Bearing	Quiet, clean and hygienic	Hospital equipment, electronic workshops
Roller (plain bearing)	Inexpensive, simple	Furniture wheels, small trolleys

In general terms:

For cost-effectiveness → choose roller (plain bearing)

For durability → choose tapered roller bearing

For quietness → choose nylon roller bearing

Dirty environment → choose Terling bearing

Finally, sharing 3 bearing maintenance tips:

1. Listen: If the wheel makes a 'squeaking' sound when turning, check it immediately.

2. Check temperature: If the bearing housing is hot to the touch (over 70℃), it indicates excessive friction.

3. Prevent dust: For bearings used on construction sites, clean once every six months + lubricate.

If you still have questions about bearing selection, you can click on the customer service button in the bottom right corner or call our experts.

If you need specific models or pricing information, feel free to contact us for a quote. We offer free selection consultation (send us photos of your equipment, and our experts will recommend suitable bearings) and technical support (installation videos, troubleshooting guides).

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Maintenance and repair tutorial for omni-directional wheels

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Maintenance and repair tutorial for omni-directional wheels

Global wheel, 7 types of bearings cover all industrial scenarios

Jun 06,2025

Maintenance and repair tutorial for omni-directional wheels