Bearings are small, often unnoticed parts that ensure the smooth movement of machinery components, reducing friction, wear, and energy consumption.

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In the food and beverage industry, they play an even more crucial role—because they are directly linked to the safety and hygiene of the food products themselves.

Hygienic design and manufacturing craftsmanship provide the advantages you need in food and beverage processing for your equipment to operate at full efficiency for years to come.

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You know that we know bearings. It’s in the name, after all. But we also know food and beverage processing! Our experts are ready to help you find the right solution for your food and beverage application. And don’t forget– we can assist with replacement parts! Request a quote here.

Machines in food and beverage facilities operate constantly, ensuring that products are processed efficiently and safely. Hidden inside those machines are unsung heroes– food safe bearings.

How much time do you intend to dedicate to maintaining your bearings? Are they easily accessible? If you’re looking for low-maintenance solutions, look for high durability, stainless steel construction, corrosion resistance, quality seals, and drop-in replacements.

Auto lube systems for heavy equipment can improve operation and extend the life expectancy of the machine. This also means better value during trade-in.

It’s even more important in food and beverage processing that you’re protected– downtime is costly, and cleanliness is always a top priority.

This article will take a closer look at how innovations in bearings for the food and beverage industry ensure cleanliness in processing, increase durability, and reduce downtime. We’ll also highlight a premier food safe bearing option from SKF.

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John Deere: Automatic oilers and grease bank systems for 7, 8, 9, and Zero Series Round Balers. Oiling kits are available for S Series, STS, and Walker Combines.

These IP69K rated FaBXTREME products use FDA/USDA approved Mobil grease FM222 lubricant, which is NSF H1 registered, DIN51825 certified, and Halal & Kosher certified. Housings are available in stainless steel or FDA-compliant polymer housings. Housing types include pillow block, tapped base pillow block, 2-bolt flange, 3-bolt flange, 4-bolt flange, take-up units, and hanger units.

Unlike other industries, food safe bearings must meet stringent regulations. When contamination of any kind can lead to health risks, specialized bearings must be designed to maintain cleanliness, while also withstanding the harsh cleaning procedures used in food and beverage processing facilities.

Food and beverage processing environments come with moisture, cleaning chemicals, and even food acids. Corrosion resistance is critical to prevent rust, which can easily lead to contamination and equipment failure.

Bearings in food and beverage processing environments need food-grade lubricants that are NSF H1 certified for incidental contact with food.

Hygienic design makes cleaning easier, reduces the risk of bacterial contamination, and helps processors meet stringent sanitation requirements. Two examples of hygienic design solutions are seals and lubrication.

Food safe bearings need to be designed in a way that minimizes the amount of places that bacteria or debris can hide. This often means designs that involve smooth surfaces, and a lack of unnecessary crevices or cavities.

Equipment life improves, performance is maximized, and zerk fittings can be accessed centrally, all thanks to LubeMinder’s automatic lubrication systems for heavy equipment.

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You also have to consider the temperatures you’ll be working with in your facility. Bearings used for food and beverage processing must be able to withstand a range of temperatures, from cold environments like freezers and refrigerators, to high-heat applications like baking and frying.

Proper sealing reduces the risk of contamination and extends the bearing’s lifespan, even in environments that undergo frequent washdowns and cleanings.

PEER FaBXTREME ball bearing units also offer extended inner rings for shaft stability and dual set screw locking. Plus, their patented FDA compliant seal with multi-barrier protection guards your bearings against contamination during regular use or washdowns.

Made-to-order automatic lubrication systems for OEMs and critical applications. We design, manufacture and assemble kits in our U.S. headquarters.

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When we think of food safety, our minds often jump to cleanliness in the kitchen, safe packaging, or proper handling by workers. But in large-scale food production, machinery is the backbone that keeps everything running smoothly.

With all this in mind, selecting the right product in the first place is critical. Key considerations to selecting the right food safe bearing include materials of construction; corrosion resistance; temperature requirements; hygienic design; and maintenance needs.

CASE IH: Automatic oilers and grease bank systems for RB, RBX, and BR-A Series Round Balers. Oiling kits are available for 230, 240, all 5000, 6000, 7000, CR Series Combines.

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While these lubricants are not meant to intentionally come into contact with food, these regulations ensure that if contact does happen, it won’t pose a health risk. These hard-working lubricants perform well in both high-temperature and low-temperature environments, and on a variety of components.

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Our engineers have designed oil & grease pumps for multiple industries. By teaming up with OEMs, the sky is the limit in our capabilities:

Despite the harsh conditions they live in, food safe bearings are still expected to deliver consistently reliable, efficient performance.

Many types of bearings can benefit from seals. The right seal prevents contaminants like water, product, and cleaning agents from making their way into your equipment.

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Want to learn more? Check out this video to learn more about how FaBXTREME bearings can save your facility time and money.

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SKF’s Peer FaBXTREME ball bearing units check all the right boxes, offering up a maintenance-free, stainless steel solution for superior corrosion protection. Maintenance-free PEER FaBXTREME units can reduce your costs and extend service life.

Food safe bearings need to be made from materials that can safely come into contact with food or food-related equipment and surfaces. Stainless steel is a popular choice, as it is non-toxic, corrosion-resistant, and can handle aggressive cleaning procedures.

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The pump on the LubeMinder automatic oiling system provides reliable automatic lubrication, reducing the risk of metal-to-metal contact. Equipment parts stay adequately oiled and warm to facilitate better operation.

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