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The Perfect Pint Project
Quality Bearings Online is joining forces with
Saltaire Brewery, beer experts of the North, and the School of Mechanical Engineering at
Leeds University, masters of robotics, to create a robot capable of pulling the
perfect Yorkshire pint.
The project, following proof of concept, will see a fully autonomous robot
which will compete against an industry professional in a battle to see who can
pull the best pint. The competition which will take place in early June 2017 at
the S
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9th Mar 2017
QBOL Wins the PD Ports E-Commerce Exporter of the Year 2017
We are thrilled to announce that Quality Bearings Online have won the PD Ports Northern Powerhouse award for E-commerce Exporter of the Year 2017.
The event was a prestigious black-tie affair at the Marriott Hotel in Leeds on Thursday 9 February 2017 with over 200 people in attendance. It was a real celebration of the Northern Powerhouse and the outstanding achievements of all of the exporters across the North of England. This was reflected in the choice of guest speakers as we heard some tr
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17th Feb 2017
Brexit: Business as usual
Brexit: Business as usual
On Thursday, 23rd June, Britain voted to leave
the European Union. Since then, there have been many questions and uncertainties
floating around without a lot of answers being provided. So in this time of ambiguity,
what do we know from a small business stand point?
In terms of our business, the vote has had no negative effects.
Our relations with the USA and with the EU remain the same as always. We still provid
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4th Jul 2016
The Chase Awards 2016
We
are so proud to have been announced the winner of the Micro Business Export
award at The Chase awards last week. The Award itself, Celebrating History and
Successful Exporting, was such an honour as we, as a company, are only 4 years
old.
Established
in 2012, the thought was that we would service the UK market. However we soon
caught on and realised that our success would lie in exporting, especially in
the US. Recognising this we got in touch with UK
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17th May 2016
Cleaning Your Bearings
Discover our in depth guide on how to clean bearings and ensure their longevity. Whether you’re a seasoned engineer or a DIY enthusiast, maintaining your bearings is crucial for optimal performance. Bearings play a vital role in mechanical systems, but over time, they can accumulate dirt, leading to decreased efficiency and potential failure. In this guide, we’ll explore various cleaning methods and provide step-by-step instructions to help you keep your bearings in top condition. Read our la
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20th Apr 2016