Converting back to lignum vitae water lubricated bearings saves Ameren over $250,000.

Converting back to lignum vitae water lubricated main guide bearings has saved Ameren $250,000 for one unit alone offering a payback ROI in just two and a half days!! Lignum Vitae North America LLC is pleased to announce another water lubricated main guide bearing material contract for Ameren at the Osage 242 MW hydro generating plant. With nine turbines on line this contract represents the 8th turbine to be converted in the past 18 months and a commitment to return 100% to lignum vitae as the composite materials wear out.