Reliable mobility for the highest demands
Rod ends and spherical bearings are ready-to-install machine components that enable movement between a shaft and a housing, even under difficult conditions. Whether for swiveling, tilting, or varying load directions: these heavy-duty connecting elements are used wherever movements are not strictly linear. They are standardized according to DIN ISO 12240 (formerly DIN 648) and ensure precise support in dynamic applications.
Our product range. standardized and customized
The FLURO series includes rod ends and spherical plain bearings of the series E and K according to DIN ISO 12240:
- Spherical plain bearings according to DIN ISO 12240-1
- Rod ends according to DIN ISO 12240-4
We offer both maintenance-free and relubricatable versions for a wide range of operating conditions. The product range is complemented by a wide selection of variants for special applications and challenges. We also offer various materials (e.g., stainless steel, heat-treated steel, bronze) and surface coatings (e.g., zinc, nickel, PTFE) to enhance corrosion or chemical resistance.
If your applications are exposed to high temperatures, our specially developed high-temperature components come into play, offering you long service life and maximum performance.
For extreme loads, we have developed our high-performance FLUROglide spherical plain bearings. Robust, durable, and reliable — perfect for demanding applications.
Our spherical plain bearings and rod ends are designed for industrial and mobile applications – for example in:
- Hydraulic cylinders
- Agricultural and construction machinery
- Conveyor technology
- Plant engineering
- Renewable energy systems
- General mechanical engineering
- Motorsport / Motorcycles
- Food industry
- Medical technology
- Rail vehicles
- Shipbuilding
- Robotic technology / Automation
The following are crucial for selecting the appropriate component:
- Load
- Load direction (tension, compression, alternating)
- Tilt angle and freedom of movement
- Surface pressure and clearance
- Environmental influences such as temperature fluctuations, humidity, salt, dust, acids, or vibrations
The more precisely the parameters are defined, the more reliable the function will be over its entire lifespan. Our team of experts will provide you with comprehensive advice on your selection – including presets, material choice, and lubrication strategies.
FLUROselect for special applications
Standard parts are not always sufficient, especially for highly specialized machines or under extreme operating and environmental conditions. In such cases, we use FLUROselect to develop custom solutions that can be designed from scratch upon request. Using state-of-the-art 3D CAD software, our engineers design tailor-made components that are precisely tailored to your requirements.
Our specialists support you throughout the entire process, from feasibility analysis and prototyping to series production — including the development of entire component assemblies.
Precision from a single source
For the production of high-precision turned and milled parts, we work closely with Martin Höhn GmbH. Thanks to a modern machine park, we guarantee the highest manufacturing quality, even in small and medium-sized series. We would be happy to send you our current machine and production list upon request.
