Vesconite

03/06/2026

Can engineering polymers replace bronze and white metal bearings in tram traction applications?

Vesconite Hilube motor axle bushings have now been in service for more than six months in a double-decker tram main drive bearing application, with inspections showing negligible wear and reliable performance.

This case study demonstrates how advanced engineering polymers can help operators address rising material costs while maintaining performance in demanding rail applications.

Read the full case study below.

Vesconite Hilube motor axle bushings are currently in operation in a double-decker tram application, replacing traditional bronze and white metal bearings. The application was introduced in response to rising cost pressures and supply challenges associated with these conventional bearing materials.

02/06/2026

⛏️ Proven in one of South Africa’s toughest mining applications. Vescoflex was successfully trialled in a deep-level gold mine winder clutch system to absorb shock loads and enhance drivetrain performance some decades ago.

Developed in collaboration with the then FFE Minerals, this innovative solution demonstrated the durability and resilience of Vesconite Bearings’ advanced elastomer technology.

Want to discover more? Read the full write-up here 👉🏽

Vescoflex, an advanced, tough elastomer produced by Vesconite Bearings, was trialled as an alternative to traditional rubber-based metallistic bushings in a demanding mine winder clutch application at a South African deep-level gold mine.

01/06/2026

Vesconite Bearings engineer Cassandra Peens will be in the UK from Monday, 8 June to Friday, 19 June.

Arrange to meet her in:

📍 Northern Ireland (8–12 June)

📍 South Wales (15–19 June)

Email [email protected] to explore how Vesconite Bearings’ grease-free, long-life bearing solutions can improve reliability and reduce maintenance.

29/05/2026

Vesconite Bearings will be in China until 12 June.

To arrange a meeting with Wian Venter and Chanel Scrooby, please email [email protected].

They will be in the following locations:
📍 Shenzhen: 29 May to 2 June�
📍 Beijing: 3 June to 5 June�
📍 Dalian: 8 June to 9 June�
📍 Shanghai: 10 June to 12 June

28/05/2026

Read how a UK drill rig manufacturer has relied on Vesconite bushings for more than 30 years on its trailer-mounted drill rigs and drill stands ➡️ https://www.vesconite.com/core-drill-bushings/

“It’s the only material that can sit on a machine in wet, cold, dry, and hot conditions, and the wear stays the same all the time,” says a representative of the company about Vesconite’s main advantage.

UK-based drill rig manufacturer has used low-friction wear-resistant Vesconite bushings on its trailer-mounted drill rigs and drill stands for more than 30 years, highlighting its faith in the bushings’ performance and durability in coring operations with repeated short drilling cycles.

27/05/2026

🎥Take a look at Vesconite Bearings' Jan Jordaan and Jherold High machining extra-large Vesconite bearings for demanding marine, industrial, renewable and other applications.

Precision engineering, specialist machining expertise, and world-class bearing materials deliver engineering solutions that keep critical equipment running.

26/05/2026

Vesconite Bearings is in Malaysia this week! 🇲🇾

To arrange a meeting with Vesconite Bearings Engineer Riddhee Junnarkar and discuss pump, industrial, agricultural and other bearing applications, email [email protected].

22/05/2026

Our team will be visiting Hong Kong next week. To arrange a meeting with Wian Venter and Chanel Scrooby, please email [email protected].

We look forward to discussing how Vesconite Bearings’ long-life, low-maintenance bearing solutions can benefit your applications.

21/05/2026

🔎 Explore Vesconite Bearings’ forklift applications with our new interactive hotspot image at https://www.vesconite.com/forklifts/.

Visit and hover over the image map to discover where Vesconite’s low-friction, wear-resistant components are used in forklifts.

20/05/2026

Vesconite Bearings Sales Consultant Sharon Mc Ardle will visit Louisiana and Texas from Monday, 25 May, to Thursday, 11 June.

Contact Sharon at [email protected] to arrange a meeting to discuss pump, agriculture, industrial and other applications.

Discover how Vesconite Bearings’ grease-free, long-life bearing solutions can improve equipment reliability and reduce maintenance in demanding operating environments.