Custom Plastic Bearings

Custom plastic bearings manufactured by Hartford include these two
(largest of the 4 bearings photos, and the bearing with the steel outer)
for steering column applications. The all-black custom plastic bearings
shown were engineered for a wash-down application.

Hartford manufactures fully custom plastic bearings, including
custom cages, with very close tolerances.  Show us the envelope you’re
working with, tell us what rolling elements are needed, and we’ll design,
prototype and manufacture a custom cage or retainer that is perfectly
suited to the environment and working conditions.

We understand the complexities of accommodating variable loads,
high speeds, and high temperatures over time, and can help with
alternatives that meet these performance requirements. We can also
assist with advice regarding various plastic-on-plastic and plastic-on-metal
compatibilities, so you’re assured of the best possible solution, long-term. 

Hartford fits your package, with customized solutions that deliver
performance, service life and low per-piece cost. (P.S. We are also
a leading supplier of rollers and balls – ferrous, nonferrous, plastic,
and glass for a true turn-key solution!)

Hartford Technologies uses Acetal (POM), a semi-crystalline engineered
polymer combining high strength with superior impact and fatigue
resistance, for many of its custom plastic bearings.  Depending on the
application, we also manufacture using high grade PTFE, polypro, PE
and nylon.  We supply custom plastic bearings in small to million-plus
quantities – and no one can match Hartford’s  2-continent logistics for
fast-track programs. 

Hartford Technologies is a multi-national supplier of custom plastic
bearings for applications such as material handling equipment, office machines,
packaging systems, medical devices and farm machinery.  

Hartford bearings engineers are among the most knowledgeable in the
industry, and our ability to manufacture on both sides of the globe gives
Hartford customers a substantial advantage in cost and flexibility.  
Our rapid prototype bearings lab and manufacturing plants are both
geared to fast turn-around, and can accommodate major programs
with stringent tight requirements.

Considering plastic bearings for the first time? 
Looking for a lighter-weight alternative to steel or an
existing plastic bearings assembly?  Hoping to find a
customized solution that fits a tight envelope?  
Let’s explore how a custom plastic bearings design
can meet your goals.  

Send us your application drawings, or components today.