HEIM Bearings – Original Rod End Innovators Since WWII
As the inventors of the original “Heim Joint” during WWII, HEIM Bearings have spent over 80 years refining the standard they created. Known for unmatched reliability and military-grade performance, these components are trusted wherever safety and motion control matter most.
Godiva Bearings proudly stocks HEIM products for trade customers — helping keep legacy platforms and new builds moving with confidence.
Built for Mission-Critical Applications
HEIM rod ends and spherical plain bearings are engineered for environments where failure is not an option. Their designs are trusted for:
- High-performance rod ends – Used in demanding motion assemblies
- Spherical plain bearings – Allowing misalignment and oscillation under load
- Military-grade durability – Qualified for defence and aerospace platforms
- Material flexibility – Options for aluminium, carbon steel, stainless, and corrosion-resistant alloys
These components are built to take on vibration, pressure, heat, and environmental extremes — and survive them all.
Where HEIM Bearings Perform Best
HEIM bearings are used in some of the most critical applications on the planet, where reliability, fatigue resistance, and precise motion control are essential.
- Aerospace and Defence – Control linkages, actuators, and structural pivots in fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft
- Military Vehicles and Equipment – Rod ends used in suspension, steering, and turret systems
- Hydraulic Cylinders and Actuated Systems – Allowing rotation and oscillation under pressure
- Industrial Robotics and Automation – Joints in high-cycle or vibration-sensitive systems
- Rail and Transit Infrastructure – Load-bearing motion connections with long service life
- Motorsport and Performance Engineering – Suspension joints and race-tuned motion parts where precision makes the difference
Whether in combat conditions or high-speed manufacturing, HEIM delivers proven, dependable motion control.
Materials to Suit Every Challenge
HEIM’s product portfolio includes standard and customised assemblies in:
- Aluminium – Lightweight for performance-critical platforms
- Carbon Steel – Strong, cost-effective, and easy to maintain
- Corrosion-Resistant Alloys – For chemical, saltwater, or wet conditions
- Stainless Steel – High-strength, non-corrosive solutions for harsh environments
This range supports everything from OEM builds to repair and overhaul (R&O) projects where spec matters.
Why source HEIM Bearings from Godiva?
We make it easy for trade customers to access genuine HEIM components with:
- Full product range available to order.
- A trade desk team who know the range inside and out.
- 100% trade-only supply — no end-user competition.
- UK and global delivery, 24/7/365 support.
The Original Heim Joint — Still the Benchmark
Whether you’re working with legacy defence equipment or modern engineering systems, HEIM bearings offer the precision, durability, and legacy of the original rod end.
