Solution
An answer to the corrosion and load problems was promptly found in
iglidur polymer plain bearings. These were mainly chosen for this application as they are resistant to corrosion and are completely lubrication-free and therefore maintenance-free. They are therefore the perfect alternative to conventional metal bearings and can easily withstand the high forces in the application. Since LEGER switched from metal bearings to polymer technology, the machine has been running absolutely trouble-free and maintenance work is virtually nil.