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TGB slewing bearings designed for the most difficult applications

TGB slewing bearings designed for the most difficult applications
2023/04/12

TGB slewing bearings designed for the most difficult applications

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The TGB Group is a leading international manufacturer and distributor of rotary rings. To ensure optimal performance, TGB products are subjected to the most extreme conditions, and as a result, the company has been trusted by the best companies in the industry for over 30 years.

A wide range of slewing bearings combined with the extensive experience of the technical department and very demanding tests make TGB Group the best solution for the most demanding customers.

 

TGB's offer includes the following product groups: rotary drives, slewing bearings, hydraulic and industrial components.

Slewing bearings constitute an important product group, therefore below we focus on this product category and explain in detail the advantages of using TGB products.

Slewing bearings consist of two rings or three rings between which rolling elements are placed, Slewing bearings are bearings with an internal diameter above 0.3 m, they have a characteristic shape of the bearing rings allowing it to be mounted with using screws directly to the machine.

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TGB Group offers slewing bearings of various designs and load capacities:

  • with a single row of balls as load-bearing elements,
  • with a double row of balls,
  • with a row of rollers

and in various tooth variants:

  • with external teeth,
  • with internal teeth,
  • without teeth,
  • turntables.

The most important features of TGB slewing bearings:

  • Wide range of standard sizes available in stock.
  • Various variants of gear teeth available: internal, external and without teeth.
  • HNBR lip seals on both sides protect the rolling elements against dust, foreign bodies and prevent grease from escaping.
  • Anti-corrosion and hardening treatment - special surface coating for heavy industry.
  • Can be supplied in a variety of colors or with special paint for additional corrosion protection.

TGB Offers a wide range of Rotary Drives:

TGB products are used in a wide range and in various sectors, here are some examples of those industries where slewing ring bearings are used in a wide range:

• Construction machinery:Rotation bearings are used in equipment such as excavators, cranes, basket lifts and drills. They allow the machine to rotate smoothly and precisely over a wide range of motion, from a full 360-degree rotation to limited circular motion.
• Wind energy:Wind turbines use swivel rings that allow the blades to rotate and change direction with the wind, these bearings must withstand heavy loads and operate reliably in extreme conditions such as high humidity or low temperatures.
• Robotics: Srotational bearings are used in industrial robots and other automation systems to enable circular motion and rotation of the platform. These bearings must be very precise and durable to withstand loads and repetitive duty cycles.
• Medical Equipment: Swivel bearings are used in medical equipment such as hospital beds and examination chairs to allow rotation and movement of the platform. These bearings must be precise and smooth so as not to disturb the patient and medical staff.
• Aerospace: Slewing bearings are used in a wide variety of aerospace applications, including wheels.

 

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