Oil and gas exploration can subject engineering strategies to the most extreme conditions. From high temperatures to abrasive, misaligned, and shock/impact-filled environments, these conditions require tools that are both technology advanced and unparalleled in strength and reliability.

Ceradyne Bearing Technologies develops thrust bearings that are ideal for exactly these situations. Our thrust bearings leverage advanced ceramic and polymer materials that provide extreme wear and corrosive resistance as well as high temperature capabilities. Additionally, we have over 40 years of advanced ceramic expertise and patented bearing technology.

As a result, our thrust bearings deliver innovative, high performance that meets the tough demands of oil and gas exploration. These patented technology applications serve niche markets where conventional products simply are not adequate. Our thrust bearing solutions include:

Directional Drill Motor Bearings

Mud Lubricated Thrust Bearing Packs:

• Proprietary advanced technical ceramics provide extreme load carrying capability with minimal wear and save days of drilling time.

Sealed Bearing Packs:

• Self-lubricated, Teflon-like, and dry running polymer bearings increase bearing life for superior performance during shock and overload conditions and for maximized dollar-per-hour operational savings.

Turbine Bearings:

• Reduce horsepower losses due to friction, deliver more power to the drill bit, and increase ROP.

Electric Submersible Pump Bearings

High Temperature SAGD Bearings:

•   Through advanced technical ceramics, these bearings enable operations in high temperature environments and during seal failures or in process lubricated systems.

Polymer Bearings:

• With a low coefficient of friction and reinforced PEEK, polymer bearings provide superior load carrying capability, particularly in tough shock, overload, and misaligned conditions.

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