When machines move, friction follows, and that’s where custom sliding bearings shine. They’re the silent workhorses of modern equipment, providing stability, strength, and long-lasting performance where precision and reliability are non-negotiable.
Custom bearings are all about fit and function. These precision components can be manufactured from bronze, polymer composites, or specialised alloys to deliver optimal lubrication, low wear, and minimal friction. Whether your machine operates in extreme heat, underwater, or under intense loads, a tailor-made sliding bearing provides the solution that standard products simply can’t.
High Loads
Few bearing types can match the high load capacity of sliding bearings. Because the contact area is broader and the stress distribution more uniform, these bearings can withstand enormous loads without fatigue or distortion. They’re the go-to choice in industries like construction, mining, and energy, where equipment must bear massive forces without compromise. A well-designed sliding bearing doesn’t just carry loads, it thrives under them. The combination of durable materials, smart lubrication, and proper housing allows these bearings to perform continuously, even with low-speed movement and high static pressure. When it comes to strength and endurance, custom bearings set the standard for high load applications.
Tailored Design and Materials
Every application calls for a different solution, and custom sliding bearings make that flexibility possible. Need a cylindrical sleeve to fit a tight housing? With a wide range of materials, from bronze and PTFE-lined composites to advanced polymer, engineers can fine-tune each bearing to the environment it will serve.
Custom designs also ensures precision in every diameter, surface, and tolerance. Proper lubrication channels, grooves, or solid lubricant inserts can be designed directly into the bearing, improving efficiency and extending service life. The result is a durable, resistant component perfectly suited for heavy mechanical work.
Reliable Performance Across Industries
Custom-engineered bearings are everywhere: keeping turbines turning, conveyors running, and wheels rolling. From automotive and aerospace to agriculture and renewable energy, their versatility is unmatched. Each product we supply undergoes rigorous manufacture and quality testing to ensure it delivers the performance you expect.
Rolling Elements
Here’s the twist: sliding bearings don’t actually use rollers or balls. Instead, they rely on a smooth sliding interface that distributes loads evenly across the bearing surface. This absence of rollers allow them to handle heavier pressures, maintain tight alignment, and reduce vibration, especially valuable for equipment that experiences oscillating or reciprocating motion. That doesn’t mean sliding bearings are less advanced. Quite the opposite: they’re precision components built with the same care and engineering detail as their rolling counterparts.
High Loads
Custom sliding bearings are particularly well-suited for high-load applications because they can be precisely engineered to match specific operating conditions and performance requirements. By optimising factors such as material composition, geometry, custom designs ensure maximum load distribution and surface contact, reducing localised stress and wear.
Custom Bearings from SBS Bearings
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At SBS, we understand that every industrial application is unique and we strive to meet our clients’ technical and quality requirements with pride. As such, we are able to customise bearings that are tailored for specific needs from our clients, for example: to fit into the housing of the shaft, withstanding extreme loads, etc. The wide SBS bearing range of sliding bearing products acts to deliver exceptional performance and reliability in all types of demanding mechanical applications. Track wheel and conveyer roll bearings for agriculture industry, hardened steel bushings for mining industry, composite bushings for marine & offshore industry, and many more! Have questions? Read ahead to discover more!
SBS Custom-made sliding bearings to suit your needs
SBS specialises in providing premium quality customised bearings tailored to suit a diverse array of industrial applications. Manufactured from top-grade materials and designed to ensure exceptional performance, our customised bearings are the ideal choice for challenging environments and unique machines.
Benefits of Custom Bearings
Made-to-order bearing designs offer numerous advantages. These range of bearings aim to meet your unique requirements, ensuring optimal compatibility with your equipment and processes. Another significant advantage of these bearing types is their ability to accommodate unconventional designs or specific performance criteria. These bearing types can be supplied to handle extreme temperatures, high loads, corrosive environments or any other unique challenges your industry may face. Explore our range of bearings at https://sbs-bearings.com/products
Applications of Custom-made Sliding Bearings, Plain Bearings
Custom sliding bearings or spherical bearings are supplied in a wide variety of industrial applications where standard bearings may not provide adequate performance or compatibility. These include heavy machinery, high load-requirement operations, different lubrication necessities, construction equipment, automotive components, aerospace systems, and more. For example, dealing with friction problems? Let us provide a customised solution with specialised materials! Friction fright away! Keep the wheel rolling!
SBS Custom Sliding Bearings or industrial bearings in Marine/Offshore
Specialised bearings are vital to handling harsh and highly variable operating conditions. In marine/offshore, these include regular exposure to saltwater, heavy loads, and extreme temperatures. SBS Bearings are honoured to have been part of the exciting WindWings® project, assisting to design the bearings on board both the “Pyxis Ocean” and “Berge Olympus” and seeing the vessels off on their voyages. We commend both for their sustainable practices!
SBS Custom Bearings in Hydropower
These customised spherical bearings are found in hydropower applications. Specially manufactured bearing products play a critical role in the hydropower industry by supporting massive loads and slow rotational speeds. Customised products allow for materials and designs tailored to resist corrosion and handle unique load conditions, ensuring smooth operation, reducing downtime, and extending the service life of expensive machines or components.
SBS takes pride in having supplied 6 Spherical Bearings for the Wu Dong De Dam. These spherical bearings weighed 4.7 tons each and incorporated our unique LUB-MET®️ and Stainless Steel combination. The Wu Dong De Hydropower station is situated in Southwest China, on the border of the Sichuan and Yunnan provinces.
Choose SBS Products for Unparalleled Quality and Performance
At SBS Bearings, we are committed to providing our clients with the highest-quality products and services. We understand the importance of dependable, long-lasting bearings in industrial applications, and work tirelessly to ensure that our custom bearings deliver the most stringent quality and attain performance standards. Our team of experienced engineers and technicians collaborate closely with our clients, understanding their unique needs and developing custom solutions that surpass expectations. We also offer comprehensive technical consultancy and support, ensuring that our clients receive the best possible service throughout the entire process.
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Trust SBS Bearings for Your Specialised Requirements for your applications
Need technical information, order assistance, or advice on choosing the right bearing? Our expert team is always within touch. We’re happy to answer questions, recommend solutions, and help you find the perfect bearing for your applications.
SBS is a trusted name in the industrial bearings market, synonymous with premium quality and dependability. Our bearings are engineered to deliver superior performance, using only the suitable type of materials to guarantee their longevity and durability. For more information, contact us today at info@sbs-bearings.com.sg!
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