A major industrial distributor recently worked with Graphalloy on a conveyor oven application used in vermiculite processing. The operating environment involved slow speeds, 200 lb. loads, and temperatures above 450°F. The customer had been using roller bearings with an auto-lubrication system, but the bearings were failing repeatedly due to the heat.
GRAPHALLOY® self-lubricating bushings eliminate reliance on fluid lubrication and continue operating through dry running and flashing events. The result is improved pump reliability, tighter operating clearances, and increased efficiency in demanding service environments.
Graphalloy bearings and bushings are designed specifically for these harsh environments. With solid graphite lubrication built into the material, Graphalloy eliminates the need for oils or greases and provides long service life in pumps, mixers, valves, and other critical wastewater equipment.
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High-temperature pillow blocks operating at 350°F and 30 RPM were found to have been in service since 1999. After reviewing the installation, Graphalloy engineers specified direct replacement assemblies that fit the existing pedestals, allowing eight new units to be installed without modifying surrounding equipment.
