Carter Manufacturing

Carter Manufacturing Carter Manufacturing supplies a range of bearings, bearing assemblies and linear products globally

Our company is focused on understanding our customer's engineering problems and strive to find solutions that are tailored to each individual application. We have built up an in depth understanding of the way bearings interact with applications and are able to recognise and analyse bearing failures to determine how to progress and overcome problems effectively. Over time Carter has proven industry

ability to bring concepts from the drawing board through to realised products that work. Whether it is for prototype gearboxes, aircraft actuation components or advanced radar systems Carter Manufacturing has provided and continues to provide solutions to ever more complex engineering requirements.

A special visit that brought our international teams together!We were delighted to welcome our colleagues from Carter Am...
04/09/2026

A special visit that brought our international teams together!

We were delighted to welcome our colleagues from Carter Americas to the UK for a visit to both Carter Manufacturing and UNASIS.

It was a fantastic opportunity to strengthen relationships, exchange knowledge and showcase the engineering expertise, manufacturing capabilities and specialist solutions behind our businesses.
From precision bearings and engineered solutions to aerospace bearing tooling, bringing our teams together allowed us to explore new opportunities and discuss how we can collaborate even more closely to support customers across the UK, Europe and the Americas.

Great partnerships are built through shared expertise, open conversations and time spent together—and this visit delivered all three.

A brilliant few days celebrating the people, capabilities and shared ambition that connect Carter Manufacturing, UNASIS and Carter Americas.

We’re heading to Defence Security Resilience Cymru!Steve Hawkins-Flavell will be representing Carter Bearings at Wales’s...
02/09/2026

We’re heading to Defence Security Resilience Cymru!
Steve Hawkins-Flavell will be representing Carter Bearings at Wales’s flagship defence, security and national resilience supply chain event on 3–4 September at the International Convention Centre Wales in Newport.

Steve is looking forward to connecting with buyers, suppliers and innovators and discussing how our precision bearings and engineering expertise can support demanding defence and aerospace applications.

Will you be attending? Get in touch to arrange a meeting with Steve.

Delegate registration closes on 31 August: https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xWB6c0

Precision engineered for the coldest environments.Manufactured by UNASIS, our cryogenic bearings are designed to operate...
28/08/2026

Precision engineered for the coldest environments.
Manufactured by UNASIS, our cryogenic bearings are designed to operate reliably from liquid helium temperatures of -269°C through to ambient conditions.
At these extreme temperatures, standard bearing materials can become brittle, conventional lubricants may freeze, and thermal contraction can compromise bearing geometry. UNASIS addresses these challenges through:

🔹 Proprietary cryogenic heat treatment
🔹 Specialised ring, rolling-element and cage materials
🔹 Advanced dry-lubrication systems
🔹 Designs that accommodate thermal contraction
🔹 Liquid-nitrogen testing at -196°C before delivery

With NASA and ESA space heritage, these bearings support demanding applications including rocket-engine turbopumps, satellite cryocoolers, hydrogen fuel systems, LNG equipment and scientific research instruments.
Standard configurations may be available from stock, while custom bearings can be engineered for specific temperature, speed, load and environmental requirements.

Have a cryogenic bearing challenge? Speak to our engineers about the right solution for your application.

Selecting the right aerospace bearing is only part of the process. Correct installation is equally important.Our final F...
24/08/2026

Selecting the right aerospace bearing is only part of the process. Correct installation is equally important.

Our final Farnborough highlight is the specialist aerospace bearing tooling designed and manufactured in the UK by our sister company, UNASIS.

The range includes:
• Tri-roller, flat-roller and U-roller swaging tools
• Cutting and removal tools
• Proof-load testing equipment
• Breakaway and swivel torque test tools
• Installation and extraction tools
• Staking and housing-swaging tools
• Aerospace bearing heaters
• Custom tooling and complete tool kits

These tools are engineered to help achieve controlled, repeatable bearing installation and verification while reducing the risk of component damage.

Carter supplies UNASIS tooling and supports customers with tool selection, technical guidance and aerospace bearing-tool training.

If you saw the tools on our stand but did not have time for a demonstration, our team would be pleased to continue the conversation.

How do you support precise rotational movement around a large diameter without adding unnecessary mass?Lightweight slewi...
21/08/2026

How do you support precise rotational movement around a large diameter without adding unnecessary mass?

Lightweight slewing rings were among the specialist solutions featured on the Carter stand at Farnborough.

Their combination of a large bore and compact cross-section makes them well suited to applications where space, weight and rotational accuracy are critical.
Typical uses include:
• Radar and antenna systems
• Satellite communication equipment
• Optical and surveillance systems
• Robotic joints and manipulators
• Aerospace positioning systems
• Scientific and defence equipment

Carter can support engineers with a range of sizes and configurations, as well as custom options developed around specific load, stiffness, accuracy and environmental requirements.

For highly specialised assemblies, the bearing can be considered as part of the wider system rather than selected as an isolated component.

Not every demanding application needs a metal bearing.We featured specialist plastic bearings at Farnborough because the...
19/08/2026

Not every demanding application needs a metal bearing.

We featured specialist plastic bearings at Farnborough because they can provide important advantages in environments where corrosion resistance, low weight and reduced maintenance are priorities.

Depending on the material and application, plastic bearings can offer:
• Excellent resistance to corrosion and chemicals
• Low weight
• Quiet operation
• Low friction
• Electrical insulation
• Reduced or lubrication-free maintenance
• Suitability for wet or washdown environments
• Excellent resistance to corrosion and chemicals
• Low weight
• Quiet operation
• Low friction
• Electrical insulation
• Reduced or lubrication-free maintenance
• Suitability for wet or washdown environments

They are used across aerospace, medical, food-processing, marine, pharmaceutical, scientific and industrial applications.

Material selection is critical. Temperature, load, speed, chemical exposure and dimensional stability must all be considered before a solution is specified.

Could replacing a conventional metal bearing simplify your application?

Conventional bearing solutions are not designed for temperatures approaching absolute zero.That is why cryogenic bearing...
17/08/2026

Conventional bearing solutions are not designed for temperatures approaching absolute zero.

That is why cryogenic bearings were a key part of our Farnborough showcase.

Applications involving liquid hydrogen, liquid oxygen, liquefied natural gas and other cryogenic media present several engineering challenges:
• Conventional lubricants may freeze or become ineffective
• Materials contract at different rates
• Internal clearances can change significantly
• Seals and cages must remain stable
• Contamination can have serious consequences

Carter works with customers to specify bearing materials, internal geometry, cages, coatings and lubrication strategies suited to these extreme conditions.

These solutions can support applications across hydrogen aviation, space propulsion, scientific research, energy and specialist test equipment.

When the operating environment reaches extreme temperatures, every detail matters.

Large bore. Low weight. Minimal space.Thin-section bearings were another important part of our Farnborough display.Their...
14/08/2026

Large bore. Low weight. Minimal space.
Thin-section bearings were another important part of our Farnborough display.
Their compact cross-section makes them particularly valuable where engineers need to reduce weight and installation space without sacrificing precision or rotational performance.

Typical applications include:
• Radar and antenna systems
• Optical and imaging equipment
• Gimbals and positioning systems
• Robotics and automation
• Satellite and space mechanisms
• Medical and scientific equipment

Carter supplies thin-section bearings in a wide range of configurations, materials and sizes, including specialist options for vacuum, corrosion-resistant and low-friction applications.

For projects requiring an even larger bore with minimal weight, we can also support split thin-section bearing solutions.

Could a thin-section bearing create more room in your next design?

Steve Hawkins-Flavell will be representing Carter Manufacturing at the first West Midlands Regional Defence & Security C...
12/08/2026

Steve Hawkins-Flavell will be representing Carter Manufacturing at the first West Midlands Regional Defence & Security Cluster Quarterly Briefing on Thursday 13 August.

This online session will bring together businesses, partners and stakeholders to explore the cluster’s latest activities, sector priorities and emerging opportunities.

As a trusted supplier of precision bearings and engineering solutions for critical defence and aerospace applications, we value opportunities to connect with organisations across the UK defence community and contribute to stronger, more resilient supply chains.

📅 Thursday 13 August
🕑 2:00–3:30pm
💻 Online

Will you be joining Steve at the briefing?

Register for the WM RDSC Quarterly Briefing (https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0xwm4B0)

Steve Hawkins-Flavell, Business Development Manager at Carter Manufacturing, is heading to Harwich on 11 August to atten...
10/08/2026

Steve Hawkins-Flavell, Business Development Manager at Carter Manufacturing, is heading to Harwich on 11 August to attend the East of England Regional Defence and Security Cluster (ERDSC) engagement event with the Royal Navy.

Steve will join a tour of a Royal Navy Patrol Vessel before attending a presentation on the future Hybrid Navy and hearing from fellow ERDSC members.

He is looking forward to engaging with the Royal Navy, strengthening connections across the defence supply chain and learning more about its future requirements.

If you’re attending too, be sure to say hello to Steve!

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