Bearings in security technology

Rotating ring mounts & weapon stations

Weapon carrier

The externally or internally toothed slewing rings made of high-strength aluminium or steel are suitable for use in rotating ring mounts and as azimuth and elevation bearings in modern weapon stations. Developed entirely to customer specifications or according to the specific requirements of the application.


Franke slewing ring for a ring mount

Swivel joints for rotating ring mounts

This area of application mainly uses internally or externally toothed slewing rings in customised designs - made from steel or hard-anodised aluminium materials. They are extremely resistant to impact and vibration, with low rotational resistance and a large centre clearance.

Ring mount with Franke slewing ring

Franke special bearing for azimuth and elevation movement

Azimuth & elevation bearings for weapon stations

Various types of roller bearings and slewing rings are used for weapon stations - most of which are toothed. They are manufactured either from steel or high-strength aluminium materials and equipped with individual sealing concepts.


Roller bearings from Franke - as individual as your requirements

Equipped for all situations.

Roller bearing technology
for defense industry

When precision and reliability aren’t just an option—they’re a must.

In this whitepaper, you’ll get in-depth insights into slewing rings and roller bearing solutions specifically designed for reliable use in military and safety-related systems.

Possibilities instead of requirements

Franke bearings offer many options for the surrounding construction.Franke bearings fit into a wide variety of designs.The surrounding construction can be freely chosen, as the Franke bearing takes up the main load.Franke bearings can be used in compact designs.With Franke bearings, the shape of the construction can be chosen almost freely.When using Franke bearings, the material of the surrounding construction can also be freely chosen.

We have the right solution for almost every requirement.

 

Be it corrosion resistance, vibration and shock resistance or even a slewing ring in lightweight design - the customisation options are almost endless.


Your contact

Competent advice is the basis for a trusting and long-term partnership.


I would be happy to advise you personally

Arne Jankowski
Technical consultant

Tel: +49 7361 920 185