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Original Bearing
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EDT Bearing
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Bearing
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Stainless housing with stainless ball bearing
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NA3GC7-1 - Solid polymer Poly-Round® with locking sleeve in
polymer housing
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Failure
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Not able to grease bearing trapped inside conveyor
Stainless bearings rust when exposed to marinade brine
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NA Poly-Round® bearing is not affected by chemical
washdown. Polymer bearing does not need greasing; water and chemical
won't rust polymer housing.
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Length of Service
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1-2 Months, or until USDA writes noncompliance report because of rust.
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18 - 24 month life average
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Maintenance Required
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Replacement takes 4 hours because bearings are inside conveyor frame.
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Requires no interim maintenance beyond installation.
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Features & Benefits
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Low initial cost
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Longer, more reliable life
Won't rust so non-compliance reports decrease
Reliable operation over time
Longevity & low maintenance = Fewer replacements =
Lower cost of ownership
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