The global shift toward electrification is transforming industries at an unprecedented pace, with electric vehicles (EVs) at the forefront of this revolution. Bearings, though often overlooked, are integral to this transformation, providing support for high-speed, energy-effic...

Nice Bearings is an iconic bearing product line acquired by RBC and is now available through Pacific International Bearing Sales Inc. William Nice, who founded one of the very first bearing manufacturing plants in America focused on unground ball bearing types, his innovations...

PIB is a distributor of high-performance bearings representing industry leaders such as RBC and Heim Bearing. These companies have established a strong reputation for their superior quality rod ends, which include self-lubricating, dry film lubricated, and greased options. Whe...

RBC Bearings, a leader in aerospace components since 1929, pioneered airframe control bearings. These bearings were made to improve aircraft control systems. Now, they are a benchmark for quality and durability across the industry. RBC’s airframe control bearings are made for...

For industries like aerospace, robotics, and semiconductor manufacturing, components must often fit within compact spaces, support significant loads, and operate with precision — all without adding excessive weight. Thin-section ball bearings provide an ideal solution. These b...

The packaging and food industries need components that meet strict cleanliness requirements. Stainless steel rod ends, offered by PIB Sales, provide the mechanical stability and corrosion resistance essential for food grade applications. Our offering of Stainless Steel Rod End...

The modular precision-drive system by Schaeffler Technologies represents a significant advancement in industrial automation, particularly in robotics. Precision drives for industrial automation are typically configured from catalog products such as gearboxes, motors, encoders,...

Understanding Bearing Radial and Axial Loads Bearings play an important role in machinery operation by supporting shafts and guiding, rotating, or oscillating around shafts while minimizing friction. To ensure the optimal performance and life of machinery components you must u...

Bearings whether rolling ball or roller are intended to support and guide using the least amount of friction while rotating or oscillating as elements in machine operation. Bearings are used to transfer loads between machine components providing high precision, low friction an...

This guide, presented by PIB Sales, provides a comprehensive selection framework for cylindrical roller bearings. It covers basic design principles and troubleshooting common issues. The article aims to equip professionals in various industries with the knowledge necessary to...

Miniature Thrust bearings consist of a bearing washer with or without a raceway groove and a retainer incorporating a ball. They are designed for axial loads in only one direction. The friction torque is small and is generally applied in low to medium rotational speed applicat...

The words Heim Joints are synonymous with Rod Ends since Lewis Heim invented them and founded the Heim Bearing Company, currently a subsidiary of RBC Bearing Company. Rod Ends are spherical plain bearings mounted in a housing with a connected rod. Rod ends are commonly used in...

In robotics, the precision functioning of mechanical components is required for optimal performance. Bearings, serving as vital components in robotic systems, play a pivotal role in reducing friction and facilitating smooth rotational and linear motion. Robots, like humans, mo...

Full Complement Cylindrical Roller Bearings are manufactured in single and double row types by two major manufacturing brands, SKF and INA. Full Complement Cylindrical Roller bearings are manufactured without a cage separating the rollers, therefore carrying more load in a mor...