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We are always working on the next exciting project, using our clients’ requirements to tackle a new challenge, updating our equipment with latest technologies, continuing our professional development or producing new tooling with our own “in-house” pattern maker to produce to exact specifications.
Whatever we’re up to, keep up to date with the latest on our Bri-Mac Blog.
From Concept to Completion: Bri-Mac’s Approach to Engineering Mastery
Engineering is more than just a profession; it is an art form that combines precision, creativity, and problem-solving to bring ideas to life. At Bri-Mac International, this ethos of engineering mastery guides every aspect of our operations, from the initial concept...
Constructing Tomorrow: Bri-Mac’s Vision for Sustainable Engineering and Manufacture
As the global focus on sustainability intensifies, industries across the board are adapting their practices to contribute to a greener future. In the engineering and manufacturing sectors, the push towards sustainable solutions is crucial for reducing environmental...
A Brief History of Steel in Engineering
Steel has played a pivotal role in the evolution of engineering, shaping the modern world through its unparalleled strength, versatility, and durability. This blog explores the journey of steel in engineering, from its early uses to its present-day applications,...
What are the Uses of Steel Bearing Housing in Industry?
Steel bearing housings are integral components in various industrial applications. They provide the necessary support and protection for bearings, ensuring smooth operation and longevity of machinery. At Bri-Mac Engineering, our extensive experience and high-quality...
A Simple Guide to the Different Types of Bearing Housings
Bearing housings play a crucial role in supporting and protecting bearings within machinery and it’s what we do every day at Bri Mac International! Here's a simple guide to different types of bearing housings:Pillow Block Housings: Design: Pillow block housings, also...
Ten Things to Think of When Choosing Steel Bearing Housing
Choosing the right steel bearing housing is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance and longevity of machinery. Several factors should be considered to make an informed decision. Here's a comprehensive guide on what to look for when selecting steel bearing...
Bearing the Standard Globally: Bri-Mac International’s Journey in Engineering Excellence
In the heart of Dudley, UK, Bri-Mac International has transcended geographical boundaries to become a global player in the dynamic realm of bearing housing solutions. This blog takes you on a journey through Bri Mac's global reach, highlighting our commitment to...
Strength in Diversity: Navigating the Landscape of Bearing Housing Materials with Bri-Mac International
Strength in Diversity: Navigating the Landscape of Bearing Housing Materials with Bri Mac International As a distinguished name in the realm of bearing housing solutions, Bri-Mac International is synonymous with precision, durability, and engineering excellence. One...
Building Bridges: Bri-Mac International’s Engineering Initiatives for Social Value
Building Bridges: Bri-Mac International's Engineering Initiatives for Social Value Bri-Mac International is not just a company; we see ourselves as a place where we can make a difference to our industry globally and to the local community in the West Midlands, UK. In...
Safeguarding Success: The Crucial Trifecta of Health, Safety, and Wellbeing in our Bri-Mac Team
Safeguarding Success: The Crucial Trifecta of Health, Safety, and Wellbeing in our Bri-Mac Team At Bri-Mac, we believe in more than just manufacturing precision engineered products; we prioritise the health, safety, and wellbeing of our workforce. As a responsible...
Flame Cut Steel SGB Bearing Housing
BRI-MAC offered a solution in fabricated steel as an alternative to an old cast iron bearing housing. Steel has several advantages over cast iron, including higher strength, better impact resistance, and improved ductility. It can withstand higher loads and provide...
F207-T Self Aligning Bearing Housings
After an inquiry from a new customer, we manufactured a large quantity of UCF207-T bearing housings made in STEEL. These bearing housings are machined from solid STEEL plate to suit a self-aligning UC207 bearing and replace the cheap cast iron alternative which have a...
Cast Steel solutions
When a leading French distributor sent us a very old set of drawings showing an old Bearing Housing with an angled part line, we got to work and created a new design. Known as the “Allibost” type of housing, the customer was using the SKF bearing: 23048CC with a shaft...
Special FSAFS 238 Housings
Following the successful appearance at XXXIII Convención Internacional de Minería –Acapulco in November 2019, we had the pleasure a few months later to supply a leading Steel Mill with a selection of Cast Steel Bearing Housings. Special FSAFS 238 Housings with...
Plain Bearings for the the Marine industry
Following a call from a customer in the Marine industry, we answered an urgent call to produce a large quantity of Spherical Plain Bearings in Stainless Steel Grade 316. With the emphasis on quality and tighter than normal tolerances, we turned these around in record...
XXXIII Convención Internacional de Minería – Acapulco 2019.
Taking up a prominent corner stand, we exhibited in Acapulco at the largest annual Mining Exhibition that Mexico has to offer. A successful 10 day visit, including several visits to long standing customers, concluded with a very successful attendance at the...
Crusher Housing
Having received a set of very old drawings from a UK bearing distributor, our CAD team set about re-engineering the old designs with a brief to make the bearing housing stronger. The work resulted in the full production of the Crusher Housing shown. Now boasting a...
SGB 3052 Cast Iron Bearing Housings
The SGB range of housings is not so popular these days but after a quick conversation with a UK distributor, their problems were solved. We got to work quickly and manufactured a pattern to produce a set of SGB 3052 Cast Iron Bearing Housings. Rapid delivery onto our...
Water-Cooled Bearing Housings
After many hours of R&D and intricate machining, we completed the second order of some special Water-Cooled Bearing Housings for a large Cement Plant in Cambodia. Our design team were tasked with the target of reducing the current unworkable working temperature to...
European Bearing Net Conference
October sees us exhibiting at the European Bearing Net Conference in Warsaw, Poland: 11-14 October. We have a wealth of European customers and taking part in this exhibition will enable us to reach out to them all and present our new range of products. We are looking...
Prestigious Order Ecuadorian Navy
This record month included the supply of a very prestigious order for the Ecuadorian Navy. We designed & manufactured a set of 16 off Special Oil Lubricated Bearing Housings manufactured in Cast Steel. From very old drawings dating back to 1963, we re-engineered all...
Cast Iron Bearing Housings SAF 23056
With only a very short maintenance window to work within, July saw us produce 2 off Cast Iron Bearing Housings SAF 23056. Machined to receive SKF bearing 23056K, we adapted existing pattern equipment and pushed through our machine shop in record time, these heavy...
Cast Iron Plummer Block Housings for a paper mill
Having received very old drawings from an old paper-making machine, we reverse engineered a set of 2 off Cast Iron Plummer Block Housings for a paper mill in Belgium. With intricate inner cores to accommodate an oil well, we designed a solution which enabled the...
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