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  • PBC Linear has a wide product range. The Simplicity® bearing is the first self-lubricating and maintenance-free sliding bearing system. Uni-Guides® and Mini-Rail® linear guides are also based on the same principles as the Simplicity bearings. Redi-Rail® was the first product to combine a low-cost aluminum extrusion with a hardened steel or stainless steel shaft inserted to be used as a bearing raceway. Hevi-Rail systems carry high loads, up to 350kN! PBC Linear has a product which can meet almost any application for linear guidance.
Product Portfolio
  • RST - ROUND SHAFT TECHNOLOGY

  • Round Shaft Technology utilizes precision round shafting as the guideway and linear plain bearings for movement. RST self-lubricating linear plain bearings come in a wide variety of configurations and offer solutions for a broad range of applications. Open bearings flanged bearings and pillow blocks offer a variety of mounting configurations.
      • SIMPLICITY® PLAIN BEARINGS

          • LINEAR PLAIN BEARINGS STANDARD

          • PBC Linear has combined Frelon material with precision bearing technology to create SIMPLICITY® Linear Plain Bearings. SIMPLICITY® self lubricating plain bearings can move in linear, oscillating, rotary, or any combination of motions at speeds exceeding 4 m/s (165 in/s). Designed to handle loads 20 times greater than linear ball bearings, they will not catastrophically fail.
          • THIN-WALL BEARINGS FG, FMT

          • PBC Linear has combined Frelon material with precision bearing technology to create Simplicity® linear plain bearings. Simplicity self lubricating plain bearings can move in linear, oscillating, rotary, or any combination of motions at speeds exceeding 4 m/s (165 in/s). Designed to handle loads 20 times greater than linear ball bearings, they will not catastrophically fail.
            FG and FMT have bearings as opposed to the standard a smaller outer diameter (thin-walled).

            The SIMPLICITY ® plain bearings can cover up 20 times higher loads than ball bearings.
          • SLEEVE BEARINGS

          • PBC Linear has taken a SIMPLICITY® linear plain bearing and put it into a smaller package. It's compact size offers weight advantages, as well as space saving features, while retaining the other benefits of Simplicity® plain bearing technology.
        • ROUND BEARING WITH HOUSING

            • PILLOW BLOCKS

            • PBC Linear has combined the Frelon material with precision bearing technology to create the Simplicity® linear plain bearing and then placed that bearing inside of a housing to create a Self-Aligning, Plain Bearing Pillow Block. Made to thrive and survive in the presence of contaminants, the self-lubricating liners offer a number of other desirable features.
            • FLANGE MOUNT BEARINGS

            • Flange Mount Plain Bearings offer the same great advantages of the SIMPLICITY® Linear Plain Bearings, incorporating a perpendicular flange for easy mounting. Flange Mount Linear Plain Bearings come in single and double length and offer round or square flanges. Flange Mount Plain Bearings are available in Imperial (inch), ISO Metric and JIS Metric versions.
          • ROUND SHAFTS

                • ALUMINIUM SHAFT

                • The aluminum shaft is the best solution for use with the SIMPLICITY® gliding bushings (FrelonGold). The hard anodized (up to RC70) and polished surface is corrosion-resistant. The shaft is non-magnetic, shock-resistant and prevents dirt, color - and welding syringe ranking liabilities due to the smooth surface.

                  The aluminum shaft is a good alternative to the steel and stainless steel shaft with the above characteristics.
            • GST - GLIDING SURFACE TECHNOLOGY

            • Gliding Surface Technology adapts plain bearing design to create a simple, two-piece configuration of a rail and carriage with a self-lubricating surface. By utilizing plain bearing design, Gliding Surface Technology offers lower profiles, compact sizes, and smooth, quiet linear motion. Available options and product capabilities provide unlimited design alternatives and configurations. PBC Linear manufactures Gliding Surface Technology to perform and to withstand harsh environments while offering additional advantages.
                • MINI-RAIL®

                    • MINI-RAIL® SYSTEM WITHOUT DRIVE

                    • Based on Simplicity technology, the Mini-Rail® miniature linear guide systems effective two-piece design allows for fast installation and provides outstanding performance in demanding linear motion applications from semi-conductor wafer handling to packaging equipment.

                      With no rolling elements, Mini-Rail® will not catastrophically fail.

                      Mini-Rail® is a fully interchangeable and economical solution to industry standard linear guides.
                    • MINI-RAIL® LS SYSTEM WITHOUT MOTOR

                    • Mini-Rail® LS miniature Linear Guide Systems are lead screw driven actuators that offer an economical alternative to conventional miniature profile rail systems. Mini-Rail® LS linear guide systems are manually driven.

                      Frelon GOLD® plain bearings in the carriage contact the hard anodized aluminum rail to form the linear guidance mechanism. No actuator maintenance is required. The lead screws are 303 stainless steel and have a TFE coating. The polyacetal drive nut is self lubricating and pre-loaded to eliminate backlash. Frelon GOLD® bearing material allows the Mini-Rail® LS miniature linear guide systems to better withstand shock and vibration than ball bearing systems.
                    • MINI-RAIL® MS LEAD SCREW DRIVEN WITH MOTOR

                    • Mini-Rail® MS miniature linear guide systems are lead screw driven actuators that offer an economical alternative to conventional miniature profile rail systems. Mini-Rail® MS linear guide systems are motor driven.

                      Frelon GOLD® plain bearings in the carriage contact the hard anodized aluminum rail to form the linear guidance mechanism. No actuator maintenance is required.

                      The lead screws are 303 stainless steel and have a TFE coating. The polyacetal drive nut is self lubricating and pre-loaded to eliminate backlash. Frelon GOLD® bearing material allows the Mini-Rail® MS miniature linear guide systems to better withstand shock and vibration than ball bearing systems.
                  • UNI-GUIDE™

                      • UNI-GUIDE™ STANDARD

                      • PBC Linear applied the proven Simplicity technology to a two-piece aluminum design to create the Uni-Guide™. The result is a unique assembly that eliminates tolerance stack up, dampens vibrations and shock loads, and can drop into existing applications making installation easy.
                      • UNI-GUIDE™ WITH DRIVEN MECHANISM

                      • The Uni-Guide™ Driven System is based on the D075, D100 and D125 aluminum rail and carriage assemblies. UniGuide driven systems manual or motorized are available in custom lengths with a precision lead screw drive mechanism installed.
                      • UNI-GUIDE™ LOW-PROFILE

                      • Low Profile Uni-Guide™ is a new compact solution for oil-free and smooth linear motion while maintaining the proven advantages of the standard Uni-Guide™. Low-Profile Uni-Guide™ employs a simple two-piece construction with angled surfaces to prevent build up of particulates and chemicals to ensure optimum performance in wash down applications.
                    • CRT - CAM ROLLER TECHNOLOGY

                    • Cam Roller Technology uses PBC Linear precision straight rails and a multitude of different sliders and rails to provide high accuracy and high speed linear guidance in an economical solution. Cam followers or track rollers are rolling element bearings with either an integral stud or an inseparable inner ring for yoke mounting on a pin or shaft. Cam Roller Technology is ideally suited for material handling, point-to-point, door frame guidance and automation applications. We also offer linear motion solutions for high load transfer and compact, low profile applications. To meet the needs of our customers, PBC Linear offers numerous modular components, linear guides.
                        • REDI-RAIL® ROLLER BEARINGS AND LINEAR GUIDEWAYS

                            • REDI-RAIL® STANDARD

                            • PBC Linear’s solution for high speed and moderate load linear motion. Redi-Rail® uses specifically designed cam roller sliders with our patented side adjustable pre-load option for quick fine-tuning and optimum application-fit.

                              The precision machined aluminum alloy rails are integrated with hardened steel races to ensure strength within a lightweight design.
                            • LOW-PROFILE REDI-RAIL®

                            • Low profile Redi-Rail® has a miniscule 19mm profile and thrives in tight spaces where other linear guides cannot fit.

                              Composed of a lightweight aluminum anodized rail with hardened steel races for strength.

                              Low-Profile Redi-Rail can handle loads up to 50 kg.
                            • C-RAIL

                            • The C-Rail features roll formed rails made of zinc plated steel or stainless steel; providing low cost corrosion resistant capability.

                              The machined aluminum slider body is made of 6061-T6 anodized for corrosion resistance and adjustable pre-load design to ensure flexability-aiding system integration.

                              Applications for C-Rail include automation, packaging, material handling, environmental, energy, medical and office equipment.
                            • V-RAIL

                            • PBC Linear’s V-Guide components offer an excellent solution for linear applications ranging from very clean to the harshest environments. Considered an industry standard for linear motion, V-Guide components are an ideal versatile solution for a wide range of motion control applications.

                              They provide smooth and quiet travel at speeds up to 8 m/s where accuracy requirements are medium.
                            • HEVI-RAIL®

                            • PBC Linear’s solution for extreme high load capacities and industrial strength handling applications. Hevi-Rail® is a heavy-duty linear bearing system that is cost effective for medium to low precision applications.

                              The system is easy to mount, align and use! High radial and axial load capacities ensure a long and productive life under continuous use.
                          • IVT - INTEGRAL-V™ TECHNOLOGY

                          • Integral-V™ Technology (IVT) uses structural aluminum framing integrated with V-races. IVT provides a complete system built with or without structural support framework.

                            Hardened steel raceways are directly embedded into the Integral-V rail to eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components. The integrated rail utilizes PBC Linear's SIMO® machining process for precise mounting and alignment on all critical sides—ensuring dimensional and rail form accuracy. This allows the IVT carriages to roll smoothly, accurately and quietly along the rail.

                            IVT is a perfect choice for medium format material handling, machine-tool guidance and extended length transfer applications.
                              • IVT VARIANTS

                              • Integral-V™ is the next-generation linear guide. IVT simplifies design, eases assembly and improves performance specs over the traditional methods.
                                Using anodized aluminum extrusions embedded with hardened steel inserts, IVT products eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting pieces by 50%.
                                Seven different designs are available.
                                  • IVT AAN

                                  • IVT AAW

                                  • IVT AAB

                                  • IVT AAE

                                  • IVT AAQ

                                  • IVT AAG

                                • APPLICATIONS

                                    • LABORATORY & MEDICAL

                                    • Cost-Saving, High Performance Linear Motion Solutions
                                      PBC Linear designs and manufactures linear motion components and complete XYZ systems ideal for bio-sample handling and lab automation applications. From simple to complex maintenance-free components, all the way to sophisticated Cartesian robotic and automation systems, PBC’s products ensure long-lasting operation, enhanced system performance, and lower total installed cost to give customers the competitive edge in the life science industry.
                                       
                                      • Blood Analyzer
                                      • Rapid Diagnostic Testing
                                      • Precision X-Ray Imaging
                                      • Laser Positioning
                                      • Pick and Place Gantry Systems
                                    • AEROSPACE ENGINEERING

                                    • Lightweight and Versatile Linear Guides
                                      Precision ground double-row bearing linear guides ensure long life and efficiency.
                                      Products such as MiniRail®, RediRail®, and Low Profile RediRail® provide low maintenance, easy installation, and are ergonomic, ultra-light aircraft consumable products.
                                       
                                      • Tray Tables
                                      • Arm Chairs
                                      • Pantry Drawers
                                      • Storage Compartments
                                      • Doors and Hatches
                                    • ARCHITECTURE

                                    • High Rigidity and Exceptional Quality Linear Guidance Systems
                                      Precision straight rails, integrated with hardened steel raceways, provide high accuracy and high speed linear guidance is ideal for high load transfer and compact, low profile applications.
                                      Systems provide smooth and accurate linear motion in light-weight and heavy-duty designs.
                                       
                                      • Solar Applications
                                      • Doors, Moving Walls
                                      • Partitions
                                      • Architecture Design and Planning
                                    • AUTOMOTIVE

                                    • Durable Design for Long Life in Tough Environments
                                      Plain and roller bearing systems from PBC Linear handle the toughest contaminants for sustainable applications requiring high load capacities and vibration damping.
                                       
                                      • Ergonomic Seat Adjustment
                                      • Shock Absorption
                                      • Automotive Stamping
                                    • PRINT & SCAN TECHNOLOGY

                                    • Oil-Free Linear Motion with Smooth Motion
                                      Round Shaft Technology (RST) and Gliding Surface Technology (GST) products are oil-free linear motion components that provide smooth travel, velocity control, and accurate alignment. Cam Roller Technology (CRT) provides a roller bearing option for high speeds and accuracy.
                                       
                                      • Inkjet Printing
                                      • Label Printing
                                      • 3D Printing Space
                                      • 3D Scanner
                                    • MACHINE TOOL

                                    • Smooth and Accurate Systems with Built-In Alignment
                                      Linear motion systems such as Integral-V Technology (IVT) use structural aluminum framing and integrated V-races.
                                      Hardened steel raceways are directly embedded into rail to eliminate fasteners and reduce mounting components, while provide strength and rigidity.
                                       
                                      • Feeding Mechanisms
                                      • Pick and Place Automation
                                      • Tool Rack Holders
                                    • AUTOMATION & HANDLING

                                    • Reliable, Accurate, and Consistent Motion Control
                                      Components, sub-assemblies, and complete turnkey solutions in the Cam Roller Technology and Round Shaft Technology product lines reduce assembly parts, streamline design, and enhance process performance to provide customers the competitive advantage. PBC Linear offers numerous modular components, linear guides, and telescopic systems.
                                       
                                      • Kiosk
                                      • Assembly Line Gripper
                                      • Pick and Place
                                      • Part Transfer
                                      • Material Handling
                                    • PACKAGING, TEXTILE, BEVERAGE

                                    • Maintenance-Free and Durable Assemblies and Components
                                      PBC Linear offers a full selection of corrosion and chemical resistant linear motion components in the RST, CRT, and GST product families that minimize cracks and crevices, reduce maintenance and prevent bacteria growth.
                                       
                                      • Assembly Line Gripper
                                      • Food Packaging
                                      • Sanitary Environments
                                      • FDA Compliant Options