March 14, 2025
How to Install a UC Insert Bearing into a Mounted Housing
UC insert bearings are commonly used in mounted bearing units and provide robust support for rotating shafts. At MDS of Michigan, we offer a wide range of UC insert bearings,…
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March 6, 2025
Insert Bearing Installation Tips from a Maintenance Supervisor
If you have ever tackled an insert bearing replacement, you know it is not just about swapping out the old and popping in the new. It takes patience, the right…
December 10, 2024
Installing a Double Split Taper Bushing: A Step-by-Step Guide
Double Split Taper Bushings (DST Bushings) are essential components in many industrial applications, providing a secure and reliable connection between shafts and taper bushed pulleys (or sheaves) or shafts and…
November 4, 2024
How to Adjust a Variable Pitch Sheave
Variable Pitch Sheaves are essential components in many industrial and agricultural applications, offering precise speed control in belt-driven systems. By adjusting the effective diameter of the sheave, you can fine-tune…
October 30, 2024
Round Bore Implement Yoke Size Chart
Round bore implement yokes are essential components in various agricultural and industrial applications. They connect power sources, like motors, to machinery. Our comprehensive size chart ensures you find the perfect…
September 25, 2024
Idler Sprocket Noise Reduction: Causes and Solutions
Are you tired of the annoying noise your idler sprockets are making? Noise from idler roller chain sprockets can be a major nuisance and can also indicate underlying issues that…
September 25, 2024
Stainless Steel Double Split Shaft Collar Size Chart
Are you searching for the perfect stainless steel double split shaft collar for your project? Look no further than MDS of Michigan’s comprehensive sizing chart. SDSC, which stands for Stainless…
September 18, 2024
How to Install a QD Bushed Weld-On Hub
QD (Quick Detachable) Bushed Weld-On Hubs (other known as weld-on collars) are versatile components used in power transmission applications. They are designed to provide a secure and flexible connection between…
August 28, 2024
6000 Series Bearing Size Chart
When it comes to versatility and reliability, few components are as widely used in the world of machinery as the 6000 Series Double Sealed Ball Bearings. These bearings are a…
May 15, 2024
How to Install a “Type E” Pillow Block Bearing
Proper installation of a “Type E” pillow block bearing is crucial for ensuring optimal performance and longevity of industrial machinery. Our team at MDS of Michigan is here to help.…
