Massive moving components are used to generate power, subjecting hydro turbine bearings and other wear parts to extreme loads and forces. Tenmat bearings are a superior choice because they combine superior load-bearing capacity and compressive strength with dimensional stability.

The materials avoid stick-slip and bearing swell seizure, which ensures smooth and reliable rotation of dam and gate components. Moreover, the tighter running clearances and low friction of Tenmat parts mean rotating parts are better supported and guided. This yields better energy generation thanks to the more efficient rotation with less vibration when better supported by bearings.

Tenmat materials are highly stable. These dimensionally-stable bearings show minimal swell in water, as low as 0.05% and stabilise in under a day – leading the market in this aspect. Environmental protection is a core competency in the development of Tenmat solutions. National governments and international industry bodies understandably place strict environmental requirements for non-polluting hydro power plants. This is achieved by using Tenmat bearing parts. These self-lubricating bearings run dry or simply use process water as lubrication. This eliminates all risk of pollution from lubrication oils, since Tenmat parts need no damaging lubrication oils.