Bearings in the Petrochemicals Sector

Bearings offer solutions for parts used in Petrochemicals, as they offer reduced friction, support heavy loads and support rotating shafts. Bearings, particularly roller and spherical types, provide the necessary strength and stability to keep equipment running smoothly under these heavy loads.

Boosted Reliability
High-precision bearings extend operational life by up to 68%. By increasing load capacity and damping vibrations in high-speed compressors, they prevent the domino effect of mechanical failure, saving refineries hundreds of thousands of dollars in hourly downtime costs.

Chemical & Corrosion Resistance
Petrochemical environments use acids and solvents that destroy standard steel. Utilising stainless steel, ceramics, or polymers (PEEK/PTFE), along with specialised zinc/chrome coatings, ensures components do not degrade or etch when exposed to volatile chemicals.

Thermal Stability
Conversely, bearings in distillation units or heat exchangers are engineered with stabilised rings and synthetic lubricants to withstand continuous heat exceeding 150°C without losing structural integrity.

Contamination & Maintenance Control
Refineries are prone to dust and moisture ingress. Advanced seals and technology block contaminants and provide self-lubrication. This reduces the need for manual maintenance in hazardous, hard-to-reach areas of the plant.

Maximum Energy Efficiency
High-quality bearings minimise torque and friction in turbines. In heavy machinery, fluid film (hydrodynamic) bearings create near-zero contact during rotation, offering an infinite life cycle and significantly lowering the energy consumption of large-scale operations.