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Constantly seeking to provide their clients with ways to lower their costs and increase efficiency, Martin Sprocket has recently introduced a new line of MPC Synchronous Sprockets for positive drive systems. Utilized in a range of applications, including those that require carrying more horsepower or torque, those wishing to increase usable floor space and those requiring post-use wash-downs, synchronous drives are a mainstay in the industry for their added energy efficiency. In this post, we're going to take a closer look at these new sprockets and, more importantly, discuss how they can benefit your operation.

Recently, one of the manufacturers that Bearing Service works closely with introduced a new product: a 20 volt, lithium-ion powered grease gun that aims to increase efficiency and reduce waste in equipment maintenance applications. The gun, dubbed the Model 596, offers built-in intelligence, communicated via an innovative LCD display and protected by an impact-resistant lens and bezel.

Since 2012, Baldor Electric has had the honor of being a top pick in Control Magazine's electric motors category. Chosen by the magazine's readers, this year is no different: once again, Baldor has been selected by readers as one of the industry's most reliable – and trustworthy – suppliers of electric motors. Now four years running, this honor is one that Baldor doesn't take lightly and one that they are proud to achieve, year after year.

Last month, Kaydon Bearings – located in Muskegon, Michigan – celebrated their 75th anniversary. A global affair, the company organized events in their hometown, as well as several far-reaching celebrations in South Carolina, Ohio, China, Mexico and Brazil. As a valued provider of cross rollers, airframe control bearings, ball bearings and precision bearings, Bearing Service has come to rely on Kaydon largely because of their ongoing commitment to quality, swift turnaround times and superior customer service.

A recent press release from one of Bearing Service's leading partners, Thomson, has announced a shocking figure: Thomson's customers have experienced 89% energy savings by switching from pneumatic actuators to the company's electric PC Series actuators. This announcement comes after the company worked with Raaco International, a manufacturer of space-saving storage systems, to improve their plastic welding and injection molding systems.

Schaeffler, one of Bearing Service's top manufacturers, has been named the second most innovative company in Germany for the second year. Having filed more than 2,300 patent registrations in 2015, Schaeffler's position as one of the top innovators in the industry has, once again, been confirmed by Germany's Patent and Trademark Office.

SKF, one of Bearing Service most valued manufacturers – and one of the world's leading technology providers since 1907 – recently announced their intention to construct the world's most powerful bearing test centers. Located in Schweinfurt, Germany, this massive project is projected to cost over $40 million and the facility will span nearly 2 square miles.

This year, RBI Bearing, one of Bearing Service's most valued manufacturers, is celebrating its 25th year in business. From the company's early beginnings as a bearing broker to one of the world's largest manufacturers of bearings, castings and precision machined parts, RBI Bearing has certainly earned a little time to celebrate.