Automotive

High-Precision Crankshaft + Harmonic Balancer Assembly

CHALLENGE During traditional press-fit operations, applying high linear force to the front of a crankshaft can push the shaft against the internal thrust bearings. This metal-on-metal pressure often leads to “pre-loading” or microscopic flattening of the bearing surfaces, which significantly shortens engine life and causes premature …

How Promess REMAP Protects Thrust Bearings During Balancer Assembly

Promess Filed Under: Automotive

In this application, Promess utilized the REMAP Multi-Axis Press System to enable a more controlled harmonic balancer assembly process—eliminating thrust bearing damage common to traditional press-fit methods and extending engine life. Protecting Thrust Bearings with a Pull-Based Crankshaft Assembly Press-fitting a harmonic balancer can be …