MARINE BEARINGS & SEAL SYSTEMS
GLIDE Bearings and Seal Systems are an excellent choice for many marine applications due to the non-metallic material in which they're made from. GLIDE Marine Products are developed and formulated to excel in both submerged and dry environments. Developed around; No water swell, high compression strength, non-corrosive, internally lubricated and abrasion resistant.
We have supplied many builders for nearly a decade and a half of continuous, worry free products that they come to rely on. We can easily modify designs or material compounds to meet their ever-changing market demands.
GLIDE Bearings- For marine applications, both large and small. To see the various seal systems or strut/rudder bearings options available, click the "Shop Now" button below.
Looking for a custom-fit product? We manufacture and stock “standard size” marine bearings, as well as customer-specific sizes to meet their needs. Metric and Imperial combination sized parts are no problems. From 1 part to 10,000 pieces we welcome all inquiry’s. Please contact us for more information.
GLIDE products are great for the following Marine applications and more...
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Strut Bearings
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Stern tube bearings
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Rudder bearings / Sleeves
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Winch bushings
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Cranes
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Hatch covers
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Stern Rollers
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Glide Dripless Stuffing Box
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Thru-hull fittings
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Seat slide bushings
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Steering assembly bushings
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Upper rudder support bearings
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Dredge – bucket jaw bushings
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Spherical rudder bearings (Bavaria yachts)
Why are non-metallic bearings best?
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Internally lubricated
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No stress relief when machining
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Excellent wear properties
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Easily installed (press or freeze fit)
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Easily serviced / No electrolytic corrosion
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Shaft-friendly
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Non-corrosive
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Unlimited sizing combinations
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No need to grease
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“Green materials" (environmentally friendly)