About Us
As the inventor of the hydrodynamic bearing over 100 years ago, when it comes to bearings, we know what we’re talking about.
Our reputation has been honed from dedication to product innovation, technical excellence and the highest quality standards.
As the premier designer and manufacturer of self-contained whitemetal (or babbitt) and PTFE faced hydrodynamic bearings, the Michell range of products is extensive. We also supply a wide variety of thrust and journal bearing internals, and provide comprehensive customer support through our dedicated service and repair departments.
Industrial applications include:
- Horizontal and vertical shaft electric machines
- Horizontal and vertical shaft hydrogenerators
- Horizontal and vertical shaft water turbines
- Horizontal and vertical shaft pumps
- Industrial gearboxes
- Gas and steam turbines
- Turbo-compressors
Marine products include:
- Main propulsion thrust blocks
- Propeller shaft bearings
- Bearings for electric propulsion motors, diesel generators and alternators
- Marine gearbox bearings
- Ancillary machinery bearings
- Hydraulic and electronic thrust metering equipment
Our Quality Management System is approved to ISO9001:2008 and we are accredited to ISO14001:2004 for Environmental Management System and ISO18001 for Occupation Health and Safety Management System.
