In heavy industry: Whether it’s a steel mill, mining plant, paper mill, or bulk material handling plant, machine downtime is the biggest enemy. When a standard bearing fails in an inaccessible location, replacing it can take days. Typically, to slide a robust bearing into place, the gearbox must be disassembled, couplings removed, or heavy drive shafts lifted.

This is where split bearings change the game.

What are split bearings? Why are they important?

Unlike traditional integral bearings, split bearings are completely separate along the shaft: the outer ring, inner ring, cage, and housing are all designed as two independent parts.

This simple yet carefully designed structure allows the bearing to be mounted horizontally around an existing shaft without interfering with adjacent machinery.

Core value: Replacing a bearing typically takes 12 to 48 hours by disassembling the entire system, while replacing a split bearing usually takes less than 3 hours.

Key Advantages of Split-Type Bearings

Significantly Reduced Downtime: No need to move heavy-duty motors, disconnect gearboxes, or disassemble trapped shafts.

Simplified Maintenance in Confined Spaces: Ideal for enclosed locations with limited crane operations, long shafts, or high-altitude drive systems.

Reduced Labor and Crane Costs: Fewer workers and heavy lifting equipment are required for maintenance.

Interchangeable and Precision Design: Manufactured to stringent ISO standards, ensuring seamless compatibility under high radial and axial loads and a long service life.

Where are split-type bearings most needed?

Split-type bearings are designed for heavy-duty applications with limited space:

Steel rolling mills: drive shafts, cooling beds, and roller tables.

Mining and cement: long belt conveyors, bucket elevators, and ball mills.

Marine and offshore engineering: propulsion shafting and deck machinery.

Power generation and water treatment: wind turbine drives and heavy-duty pump systems.

Achieve Reliable Industrial Performance with Amus

At Amus, we understand the economic impact of every hour of downtime. Our split bearing solutions are designed for high load capacity, easy installation, and extended service life in harsh environments.

Stop wasting time on routine maintenance. Contact the Amus technical team today to learn how our split bearing solutions can optimize your equipment’s uptime.