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Webinar: The Value of Inspection and Testing on Global Bearing Sourcing
Above is the link to a free webinar hosted by NES and The Society of Tribology and Lubrication Engineers. Chris Napoleon, President and Chief Engineer of Napoleon Engineering Services outlines the value of bearing inspection and testing and developing a qualification plan that fits your needs. We hope that you enjoy the webinar and welcome any comments or feed back you may have.
Bearing testing and inspection plays a vital role throughout the bearing industry with OEM’s, bearing manufacturers, lubrication companies, and research laboratories and universities. Understanding the importance of bearing testing and inspection and its impact on bearing performance and the global bearing supply chain can help save time and money.
Through this webinar we look to identify ways to capitalize on the global supply chain of bearings and to introduce methods of bearing testing and inspection that will reduce risk, save money and enhance bearing design and knowledge. We will identify and explain different types of bearing testing including Rolling Contact Fatigue Testing, Environmental Testing, Lubrication Testing, as well as touch base on other topics including Failure and Metallurgical Analysis.
As president and founder of Napoleon Engineering Services I'd like to welcome you to the nesbearings.com web site. The information within provides you with a clear understanding of our business focus and overall custom bearing manufacturing, bearing inspection and bearing testing capabilities. I encourage you to visit our facility in Western New York not only through the pages of this site, but also in person.
My primary goal and that of Napoleon Engineering Services is to provide solutions to your bearing-related needs. Whether it be supplying a custom designed and manufactured bearing product or providing information regarding evaluation of bearing quality, NES is proud of the fundamental part it takes in providing solutions to our customers' needs.
The clear distinction that you will find at Napoleon Engineering Services is our thorough understanding of bearing design, manufacturing, inspection and testing. This combination is something that is often lacking with many bearing suppliers and manufacturers today.
The combined products and services that have been developed at NES are truly some of the most unique in the industry. That is why NES is the premier independent bearing inspection and testing facility in the US. Our commitment to the development of bearing technology and manufacturing excellence for advancements in product, process and application capabilities is the primary reason for our continued success.
Thank you for taking the time to visit Napoleon Engineering Services. Please feel free to call me with any of your bearing related questions.
Chris Napoleon
President and Chief Engineer
The premier bearing inspection, testing and custom bearing manufacturing source!
Proper Handling of Bearings is Essential for Longer Bearing Life
An alarming amount of bearing failures are due to debris that has found its way into the bearing from improper care before, during, or after assembly. Contamination can interfere with the operation of the bearing by eventually working its way into the lubrication. Once the lubrication is affected, a gradual wearing on the original close fit of the bearing begins damaging the accuracy of the bearing and smoothness of the raceway.
Bearing manufacturers take the utmost care to ensure the bearing is delivered to the customers free of foreign particles. To ensure the bearing performs the way it is intended, care and the necessary steps must be taken to maintain this level of cleanliness when receiving the bearing and preparing it for use. When received, the box should be checked thoroughly for damage. The package should be completely sealed and unharmed to ensure the integrity of the bearings. In the event that the package is damaged, it is necessary to check the individual bearings for evidence of harm or tampering. The bearing in question should be fully inspected to ensure that no dirt or dust could have compromised the integrity of the bearing. If necessary, the bearing should be carefully washed according to the highest standard washing procedures.
Bearings should be stored in a cool, dry place to prevent packing grease from melting and draining to the lower part of the bearing. New bearings should be placed in the back of the stocking shelves to encourage the use of older bearings first. This procedure is necessary for consistency in bearing performance and effectiveness.
Using these procedures, while operating with care when handling and receiving new bearings can help prevent contamination from occurring. Understanding the damage and problems that contamination can cause is the first step in identifying potential problems and issues that can compromise your application.
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Bearing Inspection - Our bearing inspection programs offer the customer the confidence and assurance that the bearing will excel in the application. Discover why so many Industries and companies trust Napoleon Engineering Services with their bearing inspection needs by clicking on the links to our comprehensive bearing inspection programs:
Custom Bearing Modification - At Napoleon Engineering Services we combine the manufacturing capabilities of a large bearing manufacturer with the service and precision of a specialty bearing shop. Capable of manufacturing a range of bearing types in a variety of sizes NES takes pride in the fundamental role and service we provide for the entire bearing industry. Our short lead times and skilled engineers make us an ideal source for whatever bearing need you have. We offer four primary custom bearing services all of which provide the client with the lead time and quality they deserve.
Bearing Testing - Napoleon Engineering Services' complete testing facility includes over 35 test rigs with more than 100 test locations. NES has the capability to custom design a test rig to your specific application as well as the resources to test any ball or roller bearing including four and five ball. Our testing program focuses on three main aspects of testing; life (dynamic), environmental, and impact/static testing. The test that is performed is determined by the failure mode of the bearing in the application. With testing being the final stage of product qualification process it is vital that it be completed with the precision and expertise only NES can offer. Contact us about designing and running a test rig for your bearing and mechanical components.
Source Qualification Inspection -Source Qualification Inspection (SQI) is a powerful program that allows the client to qualify new suppliers through a series of extensive inspections. The unbiased SQI program is used by companies, in a variety of industries to determine the design intentions, manufacturing capabilities, and quality of workmanship between different suppliers. With the amount of offshore bearings used in today's applications it is vital that OEM's ensure they obtain repeat success in their application, to reduce the risk of bearing failure.
FAA-PMA Re-Engineering Programs-One of the most comprehensive inspection programs offered at Napoleon Engineering Services (NES) is reverse engineering of Typed Certified aircraft bearings for FAA Certification. Companies that manufacture or sell bearings were not integrated into the aircraft at the time it was Type Certified must obtain their own PMA from the FAA. NES has been providing technical bearing support and manufacturing data through reverse engineering of Type Certified bearings for over a decade on hundreds of ball and roller bearings. Click on the link below to learn more about our PMA Program.
Ceramic Hybrid Bearings- Advancement in bearing design and performance is an objective that Napoleon Engineering Services (NES) constantly strives to achieve in all of the services we provide; Bearing Inspection, Bearing Testing and Custom Bearing Manufacturing. It is this fundamental goal and vision that motivates NES to manufacture the highest quality ceramic hybrid bearings; bearings that provide OEM's with a substantial increase in application effectiveness through a variety of characteristics. Our ceramic hybrid bearings excel in a number of applications and are ideal for wind turbine generators because of their many advantages. To learn more about the advantages and applications that use our ceramic hybrid bearings please visit the link below.
Condition Analysis Reclamation (CAR) - Through Napoleon Engineering Services superior knowledge of bearing design and capabilities comes a program that provides customers with the highest quality recondition bearings. The Condition Analysis Reclamation (CAR), program which encompasses a four level process, can effectively increase the life of rerun bearings by 88 to 99 percent. To find out more about the CAR process please access the link below.
Bearing Failure Analysis and Metallurgical Testing-There are many causes of premature bearing failure; dirt, assembly issues, misalignment, corrosion all of which can be prevented with the proper measures. Because many are unaware of the specific reason a bearing fails in a given application, Napoleon Engineering Services (NES) introduced its state of the art failure analysis and metallurgical testing programs. These programs, pinpoint the causes of bearing failure by determining the material composition and microstructure of a bearing, as well as identify the wear characteristics that led to the failure. To learn how these services can aid your application please click the links below.
Bearing Test Rigs- Napoleon Engineering Services' complete testing facility includes over 35 test rigs with more than 100 bearing locations. NES has the capability to custom design a test rig to your specific application as well as the resources to test any ball or roller bearing including rolling element testing. Take an in depth look at our test rigs and their capabilities by clicking the links below.
