Are plastics a viable alternative to save time and money? Is plastic better than steel? I know that someone people will think that is extreme and that plastic won’t be able to withstand the same forces and impacts that metal would, but you might be surprised. There are plastics that have been designed to be an alternative to steel components. When you consider the disadvantages of using steel, such as: Corrosion/rustLubrication requiredExpensive So, considering these vulnerable features of using steel, it Is no wonder that people are looking at replacing steel parts with more cost-effective and environmentally friendly alternatives. So, is steel better than plastic in the long term? Is plastic better than steel and s...

Different terminology can be confusing at the best of times but link that to various terms like "pitch", "thread" and "starts" and it really can become another world. Hopefully this blog will shed ...

industrial manufacturing robots are more important than ever before. The need to work collaboratively with humans means a greater output, has a greater safety aspect and enables a wider range of pr...

It is important to know the facts. Once you have the facts you can make an informed decision. Lubricating bearings is not necessary in some circumstances and it can in fact be detrimental to some p...