WATCH: Spherical Mounted Roller Bearings – Assembled i…July 6, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTIAll SRE & SR2 Mounted Spherical Roller Bearing Units are interchangeable with competitive brands and are assembled at PTI Headquarters in Charlotte, NC – USA. They’re widely used in bulk material handling, mining, aggregate, food (grain handling conveyors), bucket elevators, and wood elevators. Watch Video for a step-by-step overview of how we assemble our SRE/SR2 Spherical […]
For Rent: Hydraulic Nut & PumpJune 14, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTIPTI now offers a Hydraulic Nut & Pump rental program. Question: What is a hydraulic nut? Answer: A hydraulic mounting nut is a reusable tool used to assist with bearing installation. Question: How does it work? Answer: It contains a piston that pushes on the inner ring of the bearing as hydraulic pressure is applied, […]
We Revolve Around You with 24/7/365 AccessibilityMay 30, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTIPTI offers customer support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. We are there for you before, during and after the sale. Regular office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday – Friday EDT. If you need help outside of these hours, simply call our main-line for the after-hours […]
got metric?May 21, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTIFact: 95% of the world uses the Metric system.* Did you know there are seven countries that don’t use it? They are: US, Burma, Liberia, Palau, Marshall Islands, Federated States of Micronesia, and Samoa. The rest of the world is Metric. *Source: Wikipedia – Metrication in the United States Fact: When you need Metric industrial […]
Did You Know We Stock Over 25,000 SKUs?April 10, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTI25,000+ SKUs and Counting. Did you know P.T. International (PTI) offers over 25,000 SKUs today? We started primarily as a provider of Metric industrial power transmission components and mounted bearings. Now we’ve evolved to offer over 25,000 SKUs in both Inch and Metric. We also have partnerships with European specialty providers such as WINKEL, […]
WATCH: SAF/Split Block Components & InstallationApril 6, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTISAF split block units are built to withstand the most rugged conditions and challenging applications. Take a closer look at an SAF 517 unit with us as we review the components, features, and proper installation. Watch Video for a review of the features of the housing (pry slot, oil relief channel, solid base, etc.), how […]
The New WINKEL Catalogs Have ArrivedMarch 19, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTIDid you know that WINKEL is the market leader in heavy load linear systems? P.T. International is the exclusive US supplier for WINKEL products. The new WINKEL catalog features 412 pages plus images and technical drawings. View WINKEL products: https://www.ptintl.com/products/linear-products. Take a peek inside or download the full catalog at www.winkel-bearing.com. Contact Us to Request […]
Stand Out From Your Competition With Private Labeling &…March 2, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTICustomization Options Made Easy By PTI Engineers Did you know P.T. International (PTI) offers customized options for your industrial power transmission components? We offer in-house etching, special labeling, and even custom part numbers to suit your needs. Why Customize? Customization offers the opportunity to stand out from your competition by creating a lasting impression. It […]
Too Hot to Handle? Not for Eich Bearings.February 9, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTIP.T. International (PTI) is proud to be the exclusive US distributor for Eich Bearings, the industry leader for high temperature, heavy load bearings. Ideal for Steel Mills and other applications of extreme temperatures, such as furnaces, Eich Bearings are built to withstand the heat. Manufactured in Germany, Eich Roller Bearings are designed to withstand elevated […]
SS End Covers – Added Safety Never Looked So GoodJanuary 18, 2018 by Lauren Ansley, PTIStainless Steel End Caps Stainless Steel End Caps from P.T. International (PTI) offer a sleek look, extend the the life of the bearing, plus add an additional layer of safety for wash down applications (i.e. food, beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, etc.). PTI stainless steel housings can be machined to accept the end caps. How do they […]