Linear Motion Systems and Applications Blog - PBC Linear®

Roller Bearing Life Calculation for Linear Systems

Roller Bearing Life Calculation for Linear Systems

Linear motion applications are often found to have not only radial loads but also axial load requirements. For these applications, single…

Lead Screws vs Ball Screws

The Difference Between Lead Screws and Ball Screws

In the realm of linear motion systems, variety is not just a luxury but a necessity to cater to diverse industrial needs...

Plain Linear Bearing

Simplicity® Plain Linear Bearing Design Factors

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

Plain Linear Bearings

Simplicity Plain Linear Bearings - Built to Last

Simplicity bearings have a record of proven success in almost all motion control application spaces. Simplicity bearings use a proprietary liner… 

Linear Motion System

Leader in Linear Motion Systems

PBC Linear is a leader in providing quick and customer focused linear motion systems....

Linear Motion Systems for Unattended Retail Kiosks:

White Paper: Linear Motion Systems for Unattended Retail Kiosks

The fast growing acceptance of kiosks and unattended retail purchases has presented new challenges for the design and engineering team…

Dealing with Change: An Engineering Challenge

Dealing with Change: An Engineering Challenge

Each day, design engineers have to be knowledgeable, quick, and agile to deal with the forces of change. That is where the SIMO Series Linear…

Linear Guide Design - Motion Mechanisms

Linear Guide Design and Motion Mechanisms

Find numerous ways to facilitate single and multi-axis linear motion, and correctly integrate linear components into machinery for top performance!… 

Comparing Lead Screw Motor Connections for Linear Actuators

Comparing Lead Screw Motor Connections for Linear Actuators

There are three basic methods of connecting a lead screw to a hollow shaft motor in order to create an external linear actuator system. Here…

Flanged Linear Bearings for Fitness Equipment

White Paper: Flanged Linear Bearings for Fitness Equipment

Flanged Linear Bearings are ideal for Fitness Equipment

Linear Bearing in Harsh Environment

Linear Bearing Solutions for Harsh Environments

Linear Bearings from PBC Linear are well suited for washdown environments, sticky substances, weld splatter, extreme temperatures, large particulates, and more. 

Ball Bearing Slewing Rings - Features

Ball Bearing Slewing Rings - Features

Ball Bearing Slew Ring Bearings with rotary motion for heavy duty applications