GGB tribological solutions move the industrial world one step closer to the future. Our products are used in tens of thousands of critical applications every day—around the planet. Our goal is to provide reliable, maintenance-free surface solutions for almost any application—no matter where those demands take our products.
GGB's diverse polymer coating solutions encompass some of the most state-of-the-art coating technologies available. Our TriboShield® product line includes seven standard formulations that cover the full spectrum of mechanical, thermal and chemical capabilities offered by today's coating materials. They can also be applied to nearly any surface, regardless of shape or material, making their potential almost endless. And when it comes to working with and enhancing the performance of your existing bearing and polymer coatings solutions, our TriboMate product line is specifically designed to be paired up— all leading to enhanced performance.
The excellent low friction and high wear resistance performance of GGB metal-polymer bearings make them ideal for hundreds of applications in numerous and diverse industries. Depending upon application requirements, metal-polymer composite bearings can be produced in many shapes and sizes.
GGB's Engineered Plastic Polymer bearings provide excellent wear resistance and low friction in both dry and lubricated operating conditions over a wide range of applications. Engineered plastic bearings are made from thermoplastic bearing material processed by injection moulding. This production method enables us to produce unlimited dimensions in accordance to our standard, and also parts with special designs and features.
GGB's Fiber Reinforced Composite products typically consists of a filament-wound, fiberglass-impregnated, epoxy backing with a variety of low-friction wear-resistant bearing linings. These self-lubricating fiber reinforced composite bearings are particularly effective in applications where the relative motion is not sufficient to promote circulation of the oil or grease used with more conventional bearings. GGB Fiber Reinforced Composite bearings are available as bushes, plates, bearing segments and special forms, depending on the particular material type.
Bimetal and metal bearings offer excellent corrosion resistance in industrial outdoor applications and in water, marine and offshore environments. GGB offers a broad range of sizes, forms and materials in monometallic and bimetallic bearings.
Engineered as a solution to conquer misalignment reduction when high demands are placed on bearings, GGB's UNI, MINI and EXALIGN® self-aligning shaft bearing assemblies offer improved equipment performance under standard bearing assemblies by reducing stress and friction. Offering superior performance in a wide variety of applications, GGB's self-aligning assemblies are available in both standard and custom configurations.
GGB has been putting the world in motion for over 120 years with industry-leading tribological bearings, coatings and assemblies. From Polymer Coatings and Metal-Polymer bearings to Fiber Reinforced Composite bearings and self-aligning shaft bearing assemblies, our solutions are specifically designed to reduce friction and optimize performance and durability.
Tribology is the science of wear, friction and lubrication, and encompasses how interacting surfaces and other tribo-elements behave in relative motion in natural and artificial systems. This includes bearing design and lubrication.
GGB’s TriboU is intended to provide the working engineer, who may or may not be a user of GGB’s surface engineered solutions, to understand and implement basic tribological concepts in the design, manufacture and use of industrial equipment.
At GGB, we aren’t afraid to take risks for our customers. We are passionate about the work we do and believe that same passion contributes to the level of innovation that can enhance human potential. We take pride in working closely with customers in the early stage of a design to think broadly and boldly, and to expand beyond traditional surface engineered solutions. We offer reliable partnerships based on trust, compassion, determination, collaboration and respect.
GGB seeks out collaborative, long-term relationships with each one of our customers. Our diverse expertise gives us a deep understanding of the challenges you face. When you partner with us early, our GGB engineering team is able to review your assemblies and make sure both the bearing and surrounding components are optimized for performance and cost-effectiveness.
Although polymer coating technologies have been widely employed in corrosion protection of component surfaces and other applications, recent advances that deliver improved tribological properties are creating opportunities to meet these challenges and help revolutionize component design and manufacturing.
At GGB, we aren’t afraid to take risks for our customers and take pride in working closely with customers in the early stage of a design to think broadly and boldly—to expand beyond traditional surface engineered solutions. Offering partnerships based on trust, compassion, determination, collaboration and respect, we work to push the boundaries of possibility, inspiring customers across all markets to partner and innovate alongside us.
In any project, considering tribological requirements as early as possible in the system design process is critical to ensuring optimal performance. This allows you to take full advantage of part shape to minimize the number of components and maximize service life. We employ a global team of application engineering specialists and materials scientists that can assist in the early stages of the product design to identify ways for the right tribological solution to yield size, weight, efficiency and performance enhancements in the final assembly.
Our range of polymers are formulated to cover the spectrum of polymers available today—and we can always further customize solutions for specific needs.
TriboShield® TS225 - Designed for low friction and high wear resistance at low to medium loads
TriboShield® TS650 - Offers high performance for lubricated applications
TriboShield® TS651 - Highly suitable for high-frequency/low amplitude (HFLA) applications
TriboShield® TS652 - Offers low friction properties with added corrosion resistance
TriboShield® TS741 - Offers very high load bearing capacity and low friction at moderate to high loads
TriboShield® TS742 - Designed for very high load applications
TriboShield® TS801 - Suitable for high temperature operation
We know there's no "one-size-fits-all" approach to efficiency. That's why we're always looking for new ways to tailor our products to meet a wide variety of applications—and these efforts are routinely met with outstanding results. Here are a few industries we've adapted our solutions for:
GGB TriboShield coatings are specifically formulated to be self lubricating and provide the full range of thermal, mechanical and tribological possibilities that today's polymers can offer.
Offers burr-free application to meet stringent cleanliness requirements and are used in door hinges, convertible roof mechanisms, steering and seating systems.
TriboShield coatings are versatile enough to provide tribological solutions in a wide variety of applications, from cranes, transportation chains, and solenoids to baby strollers and medical devices (such as dialysis pumps, display mounts, and more).
GGB is the only true global one-stop solution provider of tribological coatings, covering the full cycle from materials science, formulation, tribological expertise, coating production and coating application.
GGB can offer development and design expertise, apply and supply fully finished coated solutions, all with a global reach.
Provide tailored friction levels for many complex shaped surfaces that traditional cylindrical bearings cannot access—allowing for a more simplistic design that employs fewer parts.
Work with steel, stainless steel, aluminum, titanium, and magnesium. Polymer coatings can be considered for polymeric and composite substrates, too.
Feature exceptional chemical and corrosion protection, offering a barrier of inert material between surfaces to extend longevity.
Collaborate with our expert team to tailor our polymer coatings to the unique needs of your applications.
Incorporate solid lubricants to deliver self lubricity that can help reduce and sometimes eliminate the need for additional lubrication in machine parts.
With high toxicity levels, high costs, and more bans likely coming in the next decade —chemical conversion coatings are becoming a thing of the past. GGB TriboShield® polymer coatings can be an effective, environmental-friendly solution. Contact your local Application Engineer.
Our experts are ready to help you find the right solution for your specific application.