Linear Motion Systems and Applications Blog - PBC Linear®

Installing Simplicity Sleeve and Flange Bearings can be tricky due to the thin aluminum outer shell. Following one of these recommended procedures will ensure proper...

Simplicity linear plain bearings will not catastrophically fail when exposed to frequent washdown cycles. Additionally, Simplicity's Frelon liner…

The 2:1 Ratio is a geometric relationship which describes the allowable working space of plain bearings. It is the “Binding Ratio”, which…

When designing applications to use Simplicity linear bearings, there are factors to consider within your application such as size, temperature… 

PBC Linear is a leader in providing quick and customer focused solutions to the toughest linear motion problems by making substantial time…

As the field of specialized fitness equipment has grown, so has a proliferation of various designs and configurations for both the equipment and…

Its time to hang up the gloves and combat environmental issues with a PBC linear motion guidance solution. What are the best practices for… 

One of the most frequently misunderstood principles regarding the use of plane bearings is the 2:1 Ratio. This is the allowable moment arm…

Not all linear motion applications are the same. That is why Simplicity self-lubricating bearings are offered in a range of options designed…

Light weight shaft and rail (feather light) are aluminum alloy base materials with a hard coat to which weld splatter, paints, and other contaminants will…

At the A3 Business Forum in Orlando, representatives from PBC Linear sat down with Manufacturing Matters to discuss core technologies, new products, and 40 years...

Designed to withstand most industrial environments, including extreme temperatures, washdown, fine particulate contaminants, vibration…