Linear Motion Systems and Applications Blog - PBC Linear

MT Series Belt-Driven Linear Actuators: Which One Should You Choose?

MT Series Belt-Driven Linear Actuators: Which One Should You Choose?

Selecting the right linear actuator is one of the most important decisions in machine design. While many engineers assume that choosing between actuator families means...

Telescoping Steel Drawer Slides: Heavy-Duty Linear Motion Reach

Telescoping Steel Drawer Slides: Heavy-Duty Linear Motion Reach

Drawer slides made of steel with nested telescopic sections are engineered by PBC Linear to handle heavy loads, long strokes, and dependable operation, delivering a...

Polymer Plain Linear Bearings - Igus Alternative

EconoGlide® Plain Linear Bearings: A Low-Cost Polymer Lined Alternative

Selecting the right linear bearing can make or break a linear motion system. Equipment designers require solutions that are reliable, low-maintenance, cost-efficient, and capable of...

What Is a Cam Follower?

What Is a Cam Follower?

A cam follower is a rolling-element bearing designed to follow the surface of a cam, track, or rail. In linear motion applications, cam followers are...

Steel Linear Guide Rails

Steel Rail Linear Guides for High Loads and Self- Alignment

PBC Linear is proud to introduce two new linear guide systems that are engineered to thrive in demanding applications: the Steel Rail Standard Series and...

Linear Shafting

Linear Shafting for Maximum Performance

The Unsung Hero of Linear Motion: Why Shafting is Key to Peak Performance Discover how PBC Linear provides meticulously engineered shafts, unlock the full potential...

Miniature Linear Actuators

Tech Guide: Miniature Linear Slide Actuators

The ML line of miniature actuators feature lightweight frame precision that is machined using PBC Linear's SIMO process.

Belt driven linear actuators

Product Update: MTB Belt Driven Linear Actuators

The MTB Belt-Driven Linear Actuator Series just got bigger and better. Explore the latest advancements and see how they can elevate your designs...

Heavy Duty Roller Bearing Adjustment

Hevi-Rail Combined Bearing Adjustments

Hevi-Rail linear bearings are heavy duty roller bearings that provide extremely high load capacities for material handling and other applications…

Linear Guide - Commercial Rail

Commercial Rail Linear Guide with LaZer Straight™ bolt-on rails

With advancements made to our production process, the cost of Commercial Rail has continued to be significantly reduced, meaning this…

Sleeve Bearings

How to Install Sleeve Bearings Including Flanged Bushings

Installing Simplicity Sleeve Bearings can be tricky due to the thin aluminum outer shell. Following one of these recommended procedures will ensure proper performance. There...

Linear Bearings: Plain vs Ball Bearing?

Case Study: Plain Linear Bearings vs Ball Bearings in Washdown

Simplicity linear plain bearings will not catastrophically fail when exposed to frequent washdown cycles. Additionally, Simplicity's Frelon liner…