Vesconite extra-large bearings Vesconite and Vesconite Hilube are ideal for high-load static and slow-moving applications. Our advanced grade. Ideal for under¬water and high-speed applications such as propeller shaft, pump and hydro turbine main shaft bearings.
BEARINGS
Our standard grade bearing material, suitable for numerous general applications. Order from our range of stock sizes Vesconite Bearings stocks the world’s largest range of extra-large bearings. Stock sizes are available for immediate dispatch. We create your custom size We can fully machine, extrude custom sizes and manufacture custom Superclad bearings. Sizes up to Ø1,500 mm and greater can be produced. Superclad bearings • Built up to the required outside diameter with proprietary material. • Cured overnight and ready for dispatch one or two days later. • Get the low friction and long life of Vesconite and Vesconite Hilube against your shafts. Versatile across industries marine Proved in the marine industry for over 40 years: • Rudder bearings
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Pipes, Pumps and Valves Africa - Nov/Dec 2021
• Propeller shaft bearings • Floating production storage and offloading units (FPSOs) • Offshore buoy mooring systems • Winch roller bearings • Stern roller bearings • Davit & deck crane bearings • Cactus grabs and crane buckets • Hatch cover bearings Hydro Vesconite and Vesconite Hilube XL bushings used for: • Main shaft bearings • Wicket gate bearings • Link arm bushings • Clevis pin bushings • Change-ring wear guides • Pressure relief control valves • Supporting equipment around hydropower plants, including turbine pumps Industrial • Large diameter mills for mineral processing • Rubber masticating mills
