Bearing end caps screws coming loose? Here's a patented solution

摘要

San Rafael, Calif.-based Stage 8 Locking Fasteners says the U.S. Patent Office has issued a patent to the company for its latest design, a Cap Screw Locking System for railroad roller bearing end caps.The company says resistance to cap screw loosening is 10 times greater than the current-design locking plate.The Cap Screw Locking System is designed to provide a major increase in roller bearing retention and decrease the loss of lubrication, while greatly improving safety and reliability, as well as lowering maintenance costs.