Bearings That Survive Where Textiles Push the Limits

When textile bearings face heat, caustics, and constant motion, Graphalloy is built to last. Engineered from a graphite-metal alloy, these bearings thrive where grease and polymers fail — from dyeing tanks and ovens to laminators running at 450 °F. The result: no lubrication, no measurable wear, and five-times longer life. For textile plants chasing reliability and uptime, Graphalloy means fewer shutdowns and more production.

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Proven Performance in High-Temperature Tortilla Ovens and Cooling Conveyors

Food manufacturers operating high-speed tortilla ovens and cooling conveyors face extreme heat, moisture, and constant motion. Conditions that can quickly destroy traditional bearings.

Recent applications in both a European snack facility and a North American equipment manufacturer demonstrate how Graphalloy® self-lubricating bearings perform where standard graphite and roller bearings fail.

By engineering custom-fit solutions capable of operating dry or submerged and handling continuous temperatures above 750°F (400°C), these projects achieved dramatic results:

• Up to 80% reduction in bearing failures
• Lower maintenance and downtime
• Improved productivity and reliability

These case studies showcase the strength of Graphalloy’s high-temperature bearing technology in food production environments that demand both performance and compliance with FDA-acceptable standards.

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