In the packaging, food, and beverage industry, the demand for reliable and efficient machinery components is paramount. Among these components, bearings play a crucial role in ensuring smooth and continuous operation. Self-lubricating bronze flanged sleeve bush bearings are particularly suited for these industries due to their unique properties and advantages.

Self-lubricating bronze flanged sleeve bush bearings are made of bronze alloy, which possesses excellent corrosion resistance, wear resistance, and load-bearing capacity. The flanged design allows for easy installation and secure fixing within the machine or equipment. Additionally, the self-lubricating property eliminates the need for regular lubrication, significantly reducing maintenance requirements and downtime.

In the packaging industry, where machinery often operates continuously at high speeds, these bearings provide a smooth and reliable rotation, ensuring consistent packaging quality and efficiency. In the food and beverage industry, where hygiene and cleanliness are of utmost importance, the corrosion-resistant properties of bronze ensure that the bearings remain in good condition, even in wet or corrosive environments.

Moreover, the self-lubricating feature of these bearings helps reduce friction and wear, resulting in longer bearing life and lower operating costs. This is especially beneficial in the food and beverage industry, where equipment is often subjected to frequent washdowns and sanitization procedures.

In conclusion, self-lubricating bronze flanged sleeve bush bearings are an excellent choice for the packaging, food, and beverage industries. Their unique properties and advantages ensure smooth and reliable operation, reduced maintenance requirements, and lower operating costs.

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The packaging industry, the food industry or the beverage industry typically handle sensitive bushings lead free products.Particularly when food contact is involved, special requirements must be met, while cleanliness and economic feasibility must also enter into a symbiosis in the packaging industry by means of accurate and fast processing.

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After years of efforts, we continue to improve their own, so that the products of VIIPLUS have more competitive market.We have successfully found one solution after another according to various difficult problems and high precision requirements.

Experience and expertise in hydropower
We provide bearing solutions for energy applications such as hydropower, wind, solar, oil and gas, offshore, nuclear, and tidal energy.Self-lubricating straight bearings are provided for the radial gate of the project, and axial bearings are provided for the access gate.Even in wet, dirty and exposed to sea water, bearings provide absolute corrosion resistance, maximum wear resistance and long service life.

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Provides solutions to meet specific application requirements, provides a wide range of standard or custom bearings, in a variety of load, speed and temperature conditions are superior performance.
The self-lubricating materials used in our bearings are corrosion resistant, providing superior wear resistance, chemical resistance, cavitation resistance, flow corrosion resistance and fatigue resistance.Since there is no need for lubrication, the equipment no longer needs to stop operation for maintenance, resulting in this low maintenance cost and very saving environmental products.


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Self Lube Bearings Product Category Sf-2 Boundary Lubricating Bearing

Characteristics

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· marginally lubricated bushings for grease or oil lubricated applications
· Standard parts contain grease indents in the sliding layer; plain sliding layer available by request
· Optimum performance under relatively high loads and low speeds
· Suitable for linear, oscillating and rotating movements
· Wide range of parts available from stock

Suitable for rotating and oscillating movement, less maintenance requirements due to the long re-lubrication intervals, lower wear, lower susceptibility to edge loading, no absorption of water and therefore no swelling, good damping behaviours, good resistance to shock loads.

1. POM thickness 0.30~0.50 mm. It provides high wear resistance and low friction even with only minute volume oflubricant are supplied, this bearing surface carries a pattern of circular indents which should be filled with grease on assembly of the bearing.
2. Sintered bronze powder thickness 0.20-0.35mm. A special composition of powdered copper is thermally fused to the steel backing. This contact layer acts as an anchor for the layer and conducts the thermal build up away from the bearing surfaces.
3. Low-carbon steel.Setting the foundation of the bushings, the steel back provides exceptional stability,load carrying and heat dissipation characteristics.

• Metal-Polymer Composite Bushing Material
• Steel Back + Porous Bronze Sinter +
• POM with Lubrication Indents

Bearing forms available in standard dimensions
· Cylindrical bushes
· Thrust washers
· Sliding plates

Metric bearings and imperial bushings made to order: standard bushing forms in special dimensions, half-bushings, special shapes obtained by stamping, bearings with locating notches, lubricant holes and machined grooves, customized bushing designs

Recommended for applications involving intermittent operation or boundary lubrication... Automotive: suspension joints, kingpin assemblies and stub axles of trucks, automobile driving joint hinges, steering and other linkages, articulation joints, rear chassis hinges, fair leader rollers... Machine tool building industry: spindles in drill, grinding, and milling machines, ram guide plates in multi-ram presses... Agricultural equipment: gearbox, clutch, bale trips and wheel caster swivels for bale accumulators, front axle pivot bearings, steering idler box bearings and kingpin bearings for harvesters... It is especially well-suited for applications where lubricant can not be supplied continuously or repeatedly.

Beyond Grease: A Deep Dive into Oilless Bushings & Why Viiplus Leads the Way

Friction is the enemy of efficiency. In countless machines, from massive industrial equipment to intricate automotive components, the constant battle against wear and tear dictates performance, longevity, and maintenance costs. Traditionally, grease and oil have been the go-to solutions, but they come with their own set of challenges: frequent re-lubrication, potential contamination, environmental concerns, and limitations in extreme conditions.

Enter the world of oilless bushings, also known as self-lubricating bearings or sliding bearings. These innovative components offer a smarter way to manage friction, delivering reliable movement without the need for external lubrication.

At Viiplus (www.viiplus.com), we don't just supply these components; we engineer solutions. Leveraging deep expertise in metallurgy and tribology (the science of friction, wear, and lubrication), we've become a leading name in sliding bearing technology. But what exactly are oilless bushings, and why should they be on your radar? Let's dive deeper.

What Exactly Are Oilless Bushings? The Science of Self-Lubrication

Unlike traditional ball or roller bearings that rely on rolling elements and require constant lubrication films, oilless bushings operate on the principle of sliding motion. Their "magic" lies in their material composition and structure, designed to provide their own lubrication at the bearing surface. This can be achieved through several key technologies:

1. Solid Lubricants Embedded: Materials like graphite, MoS₂, or PTFE are embedded directly into the metallic matrix (often bronze) of the bushing. As the shaft rotates or slides, a minuscule amount of this solid lubricant is transferred to the mating surface, creating a low-friction film.

2. Porous Metal Structures: Sintered bronze or iron materials are created with microscopic pores. These pores are vacuum-impregnated with oil during manufacturing. In operation, slight heating causes the oil to expand and seep onto the bearing surface, providing lubrication. When it cools, the capillary action draws the oil back in, creating a closed-loop system.

3. Layered Composites: These often feature a strong backing (like steel), an intermediate sintered layer (like bronze), and a low-friction overlay (often PTFE-based). The PTFE layer provides the primary sliding surface, offering extremely low friction.

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Contrasting Logic: Oilless vs. Traditionally Lubricated Bearings

The Tangible Benefits: Why Make the Switch?

Choosing oilless bushings isn't just about eliminating grease guns. It's about unlocking significant operational advantages:

• Drastically Reduced Maintenance: This is the most obvious benefit. No re-greasing means less labor, less scheduled downtime, and simplified maintenance protocols. Imagine the savings across a factory floor!

• Enhanced Reliability: Lubricant starvation is a major cause of bearing failure. Self-lubricating bearings ensure consistent lubrication, leading to predictable performance and longer service life, especially in hard-to-reach locations.

• Superior Performance in Harsh Conditions: Oilless bushings excel where traditional lubricants fail:

  • High Temperatures: Certain types can operate at temperatures far exceeding the limits of conventional greases.

  • Low Temperatures: No grease means no stiffening or freezing issues.

  • Contaminated Environments: The absence of sticky grease reduces the ingress of dirt, dust, and debris.

  • Vacuum or Underwater: Ideal for applications where liquid lubricants are impractical or impossible.

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• Cost Savings (Total Cost of Ownership): While the initial purchase price might sometimes be higher, the TCO is often significantly lower due to savings on lubricants, labor, downtime, and potential component failure replacement.

• Environmental Friendliness: Eliminating oil and grease leakage prevents contamination of products, machinery, and the environment. Crucial for industries like food processing, pharmaceuticals, and textiles.

• Compact & Simplified Designs: Without the need for lubrication systems (nipples, lines, reservoirs), machine designs can be more compact and streamlined.

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Exploring Viiplus's Portfolio: Finding Your Solution

Viiplus offers a comprehensive range of self-lubricating bearings designed to meet diverse application needs. Understanding the different series helps in selection:

• JDB Series (Graphite Plugged Bronze): Excellent for high-load, low-speed applications, intermittent motion, and high temperatures. The graphite plugs provide continuous solid lubrication. Ideal for heavy machinery, molds, and hydraulic components.

• SF Series (PTFE-Based Composite): Typically metal-backed (SF-1: steel, SF-2: steel/bronze) with a PTFE-based lining. Offers very low friction, good wear resistance, and suitability for dry running or marginal lubrication. Common in automotive, office equipment, and hydraulics.

• JF Series (Bimetal Bushings): Combines a steel backing with a sintered bronze or lead-bronze lining. Good load capacity and fatigue strength. Often used with grease or oil but can operate marginally lubricated. Found in engines, chassis parts, and agricultural machinery.

• FB Series (Wrapped Bronze): Often made from bronze strip, sometimes with lubrication pockets or through-holes. A cost-effective solution for medium loads and speeds, typically requiring initial greasing but offering extended re-lubrication intervals.

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Quick Comparison Chart (General Guide):

(Note: This is a simplified guide. Always consult specific product data sheets or Viiplus experts for precise application requirements.)

Uncertain which material or type suits your project? Our Bushing Material Selection Guide is designed to help, or Contact Us for a Free Quote and Expert Advice.

Why Partner with Viiplus? Expertise Meets Quality

Choosing the right supplier is as critical as choosing the right bushing. Here’s why companies worldwide trust Viiplus:

• Deep Expertise: Our foundation in metallurgy and tribology, coupled with a talented R&D team, means we understand the science behind reliable movement. We don't just sell; we solve friction challenges.

• Uncompromising Quality: We employ advanced manufacturing techniques (including sand casting, centrifugal casting, metal casting, investment casting) and a rigorous quality management system, ensuring every bushing meets the highest standards.

• Comprehensive Range: From standard metric sizes in JDB, SF, JF, and FB series to custom solutions including cylindrical, flange, double flange bushings, wear plates, and guide rails – we have the portfolio to match your needs.

• Global Reach, Seamless Logistics: Based in China, we ship sliding bearings worldwide. Our professional team handles customs clearance efficiently, ensuring smooth, timely delivery with all necessary documentation.

• Customer-Centric Approach: We believe in ethical practices and building trust. We offer flexible production (single units to large series), competitive pricing, and  online support.

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