More than 100 years of expertise in materials science and tribology — and a long history of manufacturing high quality steel — makes Timken uniquely qualified in bearing damage analysis.

Our sales and service teams are trained to assess bearing damage issues onsite and work with customers to offer preventive maintenance techniques that improve performance.

Bearing maintenance and proper analysis are the keys to keeping equipment up and running, optimizing performance and decreasing downtime.

The most common types of bearing damage are often caused by: 

• Insufficient maintenance practices
• Mishandling
• Improper installation and adjustment practices
• Inadequate lubrication