A flanged sleeve bearing is a type of bearing or sleeve that has a flange or lip on one end, which helps to position and secure the bushing in place. It is commonly used in applications where a rotating shaft or pin needs to be supported by a stationary housing or mounting. Cat bearings are designed for specific applications based on load, operating speed, temperature range, size, and past performance and are manufactured to the highest quality standards for long life and performance. Caterpillar design engineers match the right combination of dimensions, materials, surface finish, and manufacturing processes, to each part to enable them to work and wear effectively with all the other neighboring and dependent parts.