Free Sliding Pot Bearing

Gantek's Free Sliding Pot Bearing are designed to accommodate unrestricted horizontal movement in both the transverse direction (perpendicular to the bridge axis) and the longitudinal direction (parallel to the bridge axis). This type of bearing is ideal for applications where the structure must be able to shift in response to forces such as thermal expansion, seismic activity, or other dynamic loads without being restricted in any direction. Consisting of a cylindrical steel pot containing a layer of elastomeric material, typically rubber, which absorbs vertical loads. The sliding surface of the bearing is made of low-friction materials, such as PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), allowing the bearing to move smoothly and easily under load. Unlike other bearings that restrict movement, the free sliding pot bearing allows for free movement in both horizontal directions. A key feature of a free sliding pot bearing is its ability to slide freely in both the transverse and longitudinal directions, making it an ideal solution for bridges or other structures where both directions of horizontal movement must be accommodated. This flexibility is crucial for structures subjected to temperature fluctuations, seismic forces, or other dynamic forces that cause movement in multiple directions.