Emerging Industries Could See a New Way to Deliver Frictionless Motion New Way® Air Bearings have found their way into many industries you know and love: CT scanners, automobile testing, optics fabrication, and, of course, metrology. But there are a few emerging industries that could still benefit from our Porous Media Technology™ and have yet…
Machine Tools Get an Upgrade Thanks to Air Bearing Technology
How Air Bearings are Changing the Machine Tool Industry Machine tools have advanced production and standardized machinery components. Now, they’re about to get a revolutionary facelift of their own thanks to Porous Media Technology™ from New Way®. A Condensed History of Machine Tools Humans have used machine tools for centuries. Pottery wheels were used by ancient…
Air Bearings: Positioning the Automation Industry for the Future
Learn Three Benefits of New Way Air Bearings for the Future of Automation The automation industry boasts a rich history beginning with the first use of the term “automation” in 1948 by Delmar Harder, Vice President of Manufacturing for Ford Motor Company. With electricity, companies were able to utilize machines to automate tasks, creating an…
Machining Industry & New Way Air Bearings: Partners for a Bright Future
Learn Five Ways Air Bearings Solve the Challenges of the Machining Industry Birthed from the industrial revolution, the machining industry plays a prominent role behind the scenes of today’s manufacturing world. However, the challenges faced during the industrial revolution are vastly different than those seen today. Not only have quantity and quality expectations changed, but…
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What do the Air Bearing Industry and the Holidays Have in Common?
The holidays are upon us and chances are you are rushing around trying to check all the gifts off your list. The air bearing industry doesn’t likely cross your mind when considering your holiday gifts. However, did you know New Way® Air Bearings help make many popular gifts possible?
Comparing Precision Radial Bearings: Geared for the Turbomachinery Industry
5 Reasons to Consider Precision Radial Gas Bearings from New Way As with any industry, the search for simpler and lower maintenance solutions is an ongoing pursuit to improve the bottom line. The turbo industry is no exception. Tilt pad bearings are often used in these applications for their ability to operate at high speeds….
Better Seals: Advancements in Turbomachinery
New Way’s Technology for Your Own Advancements in Turbomachinery Equipment downtime is a multi-billion dollar problem in the powder and bulk industry. Equipment safety concerns often go hand-in-hand. The issue is not a lack of predictive or preventive maintenance. Rather, the problem is inherent in the design of the turbomachinery itself. Shaft seals, in particular,…
Revolutionizing Oil and Gas with Bently Bearings for Turbomachinery
Proven Technology De-Risks These Bearings for Turbomachinery Applications Yes, it takes a truly revolutionary technology to solve the innumerable issues inherent in the turbomachinery of the oil and gas industry. What is the most debilitating problem for rotating equipment today? Well, that’s debatable. But downtime, operational performance, and safety are the leading candidates. And all…
Bringing Proven Bearing and Seal Technology to Turbomachinery
Applying Proven Bearing and Seal Technology to Turbomachinery Reduces Risk Demanding turbomachinery environments constantly drive the industry and its regulators toward more stringent operational and emissions requirements. Conventional bearings and seals are subject to wear, performance, safety and downtime issues. “Traditional solutions are not sufficient to meet the market’s needs,” said Rick Pollick, Director, New…
