What are Sliding Bearings?
Sliding bearings are engineered with the primary intention of decreasing friction between two moving parts. This is achieved by offering a smooth, high-precision surface for relative motion. Unlike rolling-element bearings, sliding bearings utilize a direct sliding interface, making them more resilient against heavy impact and extreme pressure.
It is the simplest type of bearing, consisting solely of a bearing surface with no rolling components. These bearings are frequently chosen for industrial applications demanding stability, low maintenance, and high load-bearing capacity. At SBS – Singa Bearings Solutions®, we specialise in quality sliding bearings designed with invaluable German technological expertise. With a large range of materials, we cater to a wide variety of sectors, targeting specific mechanical needs with precision.
Sliding Bearings on Ground
SBS sliding bearings are a staple in the mining industry. With the ability to sustain low maintenance costs and longer service life in comparison to alternative options, they are a popular choice for site managers worldwide.
SBS first started developing mining bearings with the assurance that they were comparable with OEM quality. Through immense material research and lab testing, we have persistently increased our range through hands-on life cycle mine testing. To this day, SBS mining bearings continue featuring extended lifetimes, with clients reporting zero failures during critical operations. Typical applications include excavators, dozers, dump trucks, and graders.
Our bearings are also deeply involved in construction. Heavy equipment such as tower cranes and cement mixers require durable bushings in their hinges, hydraulic cylinders, undercarriage, and suspensions. Suitable materials for these tasks include TEF-MET®, LUB-MET®, and COM-KU®/D, all of which are designed to handle high-stress environments without fail.
SBS is also equipped to address challenges in the Agricultural industry.
From forestry machines to harvesting and fertilizing equipment, the agriculture industry calls for increasing efficiency. Sliding bearings are vital to manage high loads and impacts while providing maintenance-free conditions. We are proud to be a pioneer in introducing the COM-KU®/M, a maintenance-free solution with exceedingly high load capacities for various outrigger applications. Other suitable materials include TEF-MET®, BRO-MET®, and POM-MET®.
Sliding Bearings on Water
SBS offers an extensive range of sliding bearings for the Marine and Offshore Industry. Holding numerous track records, we are trusted to provide corrosion-free solutions that comply with ISO 9001:2015 standards. Over our 20 years in the industry, we have accurately identified numerous bearing solutions through direct inspections at shipyards.
SBS is also highly reputable in the hydropower industry. We have delivered LUB-MET®, GAP-MET®/B, and GAP-MET®/N bearings for multiple turbine overhauls across South East Asia. For more information on these technical products, click here: SBS General Catalogue 2025.
One of our major achievements includes supplying 2,000pcs of GAP-MET® bushings for the second-largest Ship Lifter in the world at the Xiang Jia Ba Dam. This project highlights our ability to deliver large-scale custom bearings for global infrastructure projects.
We also specialize in large-sized LUB-MET® Spherical Plain Bearings (SPB). Our biggest milestone was fulfilling a request for six heavy-duty bearings, each weighing 4.7 tons with an outer diameter of 1450mm, within a short lead time. This level of capacity is what sets us apart from other self lubricating bearings manufacturers.
In water-based environments, sliding bearings are particularly useful as they can operate as their own lubricant, diminishing oil reliance and promoting a beneficial environmental impact. This aligns with modern sustainability goals in global industrial applications.
How Can SBS Help Your Project?
Here at SBS, we are dedicated to finding the right materials and industrial bearing solutions for you. Our team understands that bearing issues require both quantitative and qualitative analysis. Driven by our German engineering roots, we provide sophisticated designs that stand the test of time. From Ground to Water, we are ready to assist you.
Contact the SBS team today at info@sbs-bearings.com.sg or call us at +65-6316 3850. Let us bear the weight of your next project together!
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