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At Bearing Service Company (BSC), we’re proud of our long history serving as the leading source for industrial bearings throughout the Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania region and beyond. Founded all the way back in 1933, our company has stood amongst Pittsburgh’s premier manufacturers for over 90 years now and counting.

Industrial bearings come in many unique designs and configurations in an effort to deliver optimal performance in many different load-bearing applications.

When it comes to critical bearing components, supply chain issues and part shortages can bring an immense amount of pressure on a company’s production schedule. That’s why more and more customers are turning to domestic bearing distributors after dealing with years of sporadic disruptions of international supply chains. Bearing Service Company has been one of America’s leading industrial bearing manufacturers and distributors for over 90 years.

Industrial bearings play a crucial role in the majority of modern machine applications. However, the bearing’s performance and longevity can both be severely impacted by harsh environmental conditions, which are common in many modern industrial operations.

Industrial bearings come in many types including ball bearings, cylindrical roller, Z-mill and thrust bearings. We take a look at common designs and uses.

85+ Years of Service and Dedication Family Owned. Family Operated. USA Made.  Smart Bearings and Condition Monitoring Technology for Industrial Applications As with many technologies used throughout today’s manufacturing sector, industrial bearings are becoming smart and interconnected. Sensorized smart bearings are increasingly common for critical equipment applications that demand real-time data on bearing performance and longevity. Continuous condition monitoring allows you to troubleshoot any issues as they arise, and thus repair/replace the affected bearing components before a critical failure occurs. However, it’s not just about preventing bearing failures and downtime: these smart technologies can also be employed to improve the…

85+ Years of Service and Dedication Family Owned. Family Operated. USA Made.  How American Manufacturing Supports a More Sustainable Supply Chain for Industrial Bearing Products Throughout the industrial manufacturing space, “made in the USA” is generally synonymous with better quality and better sustainability. Whether it’s maintaining the machines that make the products or manufacturing the products themselves, onshoring offers a more direct and efficient link between the customer and the service provider. Industrial bearing products and related components, of course, are no exception. often deliver a combination of improved quality, accountability, and customer service when compared to our offshore competitors….

85+ Years of Service and Dedication Family Owned. Family Operated. USA Made.  Industrial Bearing Repair and Reconditioning for Better Sustainability Various industrial bearing repair and reconditioning services are generally the greener, more sustainable option when compared to complete bearing replacement. Environmentally-friendly materials and cleaner manufacturing practices are great, but the most sustainable solution is always to maximize the service life of your current bearings. To that end, Bearing Service Company offers four complete industrial bearing repair/reconditioning options to help you achieve a more sustainable factory, and simultaneously minimize your equipment maintenance costs in the process. Bearing Reconditioning Services to Reduce…