Mechanical Engineering, bridge bearings, structural engineering Specialists In Structural Movement Control
Mechanical Engineers Specialising In Structural Movement Control
Elastomeric rubber bearings provide vibration isolation for application where structure movements, longitudinal, transverse and rotational are too small to moderate. These are available in strip form or as plain pads. Laminated types, consisting of rubber layers separated by vulcanised steel plates, provide a robust bearing for larger structures and can also be configured in sliding types.
Ekspan EKR Elastomeric Bearings
Load Control Products
Ekspan Sliding Bearings - EA Series
Ekspan EA series bearings are designed to support vertical loads of up to 2000kN (200 tonnes) at bearing surface temperatures up to 150oC. For temperatures between 150oC and 280oC the bearings must be derated. Translation in the plane of movement is maintained at a low frictional resistance by the use of the mating surfaces, polished stainless steel and low friction PTFE. Bearings incorporating impregnated PTFE sintered onto bronze backing can be supplied for applications up to 280oC.
Modular sliding bearings are used extensively to permit structural movement to take place with the minimum co-efficient of friction. Ekspan EQF is a most advantageous way to use PTFE for sliding supports. As illustrated PTFE discs are inset in a steel strip, which provides a rigid backing and securely retains the PTFE to restrict cold flow under load. Ekspan EQF can be used to support any structural members which need to move slowly under load, such as pipes and ducts, oil rig modules and slipper pads for moving heavy plant or machinery.
Ekspan EQF Bearing Strip
