Timken Introduces K-Series(TM) Heavy-Duty Trailer Bearings for the Aftermarket

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CANTON, OH USA 10/12/1999
    CANTON, Ohio, July 11 The Timken Company
announced today the introduction of K-Series(TM) bearings for the heavy-duty
aftermarket. The K-Series line represents six-part numbers for through-
hardened tapered roller bearings for heavy-duty trailer applications.
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    "The company has increased sales of K-Series bearings to original
equipment suppliers for trailer bearing cups and cones. We are now bringing
this product to the aftermarket side to meet demand for replacement bearings,"
said Jack Cameron, general manager-automotive aftermarket-North America. "This
is part of the continuing growth of our full line of automotive products."
    Timken research experts, working in cooperation with OE suppliers, have
optimized geometries, surface finishes, materials and operating conditions on
this line of through-hardened bearings. This commitment has resulted in a
cost-effective solution for trailer applications that promises excellent value
in terms of performance, price, availability and delivery.
    "Case carburized materials are still the optimum materials for many
bearing applications because of their ability to withstand heavy shock loads.
However, our research and development work combined with substantial
advancement in materials, allows us to offer a selection of through-hardened
components as an appropriate, cost-effective performance option for these
trailer applications," said Mr. Cameron.  K-Series bearings balance cost,
convenience and the same high measure of quality that you have come to expect
with every bearing branded Timken(R)."
    Through-hardened products will carry a "K" prefix in engineering catalogs
and product listings while the case-carburized bearings will continue to use
the traditional reference number. The K-Series line is equivalent to Timken
case-carburized product in specifications and dimensions so the cups and cones
of the different materials may be mixed. Timken product should never be mixed
with non-Timken products, regardless of the materials being used, because
specifications differ between manufacturers.
    K-Series product is now available for distribution throughout the United
States and Canada. For more product and performance information on K-Series
bearings, please contact your Timken sales representative.
The Timken Company ( http://www.timken.com ) is a leading
international manufacturer of highly engineered bearings, alloy and specialty
steels and components, as well as related products and services.  With
operations in 24 countries, the company employs about 20,000 people worldwide
and recorded 2000 sales of U.S. $2.6 billion.
    Timken(R) is the registered trademark of The Timken Company.