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Training

Basic Bearing Knowledge & Bearing Handling

This course will provide you with a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of bearing practices and forming a solid background to apply the right maintenance practices on rotating machines.

Course Outline


i. Bearing Terminology

  • Bearing components and identification
  • The different types of rolling elements and their purposes
  • Bearing cages and their uses
  • Principle dimension of bearings
  • Internal Clearance definition

ii. Bearing Designations

  • Identification of bearing model number
  • Common prefix/suffix

iii. Bearing Types and its Variants

  • The different types and design of bearing
  • Common different design available for each bearing types
  • Bearing arrangements

iv. Bearing Housing

  • Function of bearing housing
  • Selection of housing seals

v. Maintenance Practices

  • Mounting & Dismounting Methods

The Knowledge gained in this course will

  • Have a good understanding of the different types of bearings and how to select the right bearings for applications.
  • Learn the best maintenance practices in bearing mounting and dismounting using the correct tools and techniques