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    • SKF Hybrid Pinion Units (Automotive)
    • Much greater energy efficiency

    Much greater energy efficiency

    Greatly simplified adjustment process – with fewer parts and significantly lower CO2 emissions.

    In power take-off unit applications and rear differentials, constant high guiding accuracy of the pinion shaft is essential – but not easily achieved. Based on a double row bearing design, SKF Hybrid Pinion Units offer accurate and stable position of the pinion shaft. The result: improved efficiency, less noise and a longer service life. And because it is a single unit, it is also easier to assemble than conventional solutions.

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    • Customized machined seals (Pumps)
    • Maximize your system performance through customized solutions

    Maximize your system performance through customized solutions

    The sealing solution from SKF is a precision-machined seal made from H‑ECOPUR, a thermoplastic polyurethane elastomer. H‑ECOPUR delivers high wear resistance and chemical resistance, high protection from dust and pollution, and pressure resistance up to 400 bars. It can also increase the power density while reducing friction and vibration.

    Customized machine seals
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    • CARB toroidal roller bearings (Pumps)
    • Extended service life

    Extended service life

    For a German piston pump manufacturer, it means a longer service life for its pump units.

    When CARB toroidal roller bearings were first launched in 1995, they represented a huge technological breakthrough. Both self-aligning and axially free, these bearings are ideal for applications where misalignment and axial displacement present a challenge. Thanks to the high real load-carrying capacity of CARB bearings, high-power density design of the pump is possible. Furthermore, because the bearing absorbs deflections, you do not need to invest in a stiffer design. Other benefits include lower operating temperatures, fewer vibrations, increased reliability, lower energy use and a longer service life for bearings.

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    • SKF Low Friction Engine Seals (Automotive)
    • Reduce friction by up to 55%

    Reduce friction by up to 55%

    A car using an engine with four SKF Low Friction Engine Seals can provide C02 savings of up to 1 gram per kilometre.

    In the automotive industry, there is a growing demand for increased efficiency and lower emissions. SKF Low Friction Engine Seals are designed to meet the latest and toughest requirements regarding friction and performance. Featuring a low-friction elastomer sealing lip and specially formulated fluroelastomer material, these seals are extremely durable – even at high speeds. Two key benefits are greater fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions.

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    • SKF Caster Analyst System
    • Increase service life of the roll lines by 25%

    Increase service life of the roll lines by 25%

    Swedish stainless steel manufacturer saves €300,000.

    Continuous slab casters operate in extreme environments – which means slab output and quality pose a constant challenge. SKF Caster Analyst System provides the operational data needed for the operator to make casting process adjustments to raise slab quality and productivity. Consisting of a specialized on-line load and temperature unit for advanced and reliable data collection, the system enables operators to monitor critical temperature and load data during production. The system simplifies troubleshooting – helping mills avoid unplanned stops and increase caster reliability and productivity.

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    • SKF WindCon (Wind)
    • Keep an eye on your asset – wherever you are

    Keep an eye on your asset – wherever you are

    For a wind farm in the United Kingdom, it meant replacement of a faulty gearbox bearing could be postponed until the scheduled maintenance shutdown.

    SKF WindCon is an on-line condition monitoring system specially designed for wind turbines. The system collects and analyzes data from vibration sensors. Easy to install on land or at sea, SKF WindCon can monitor single turbines or entire wind farms, helping the operator plan maintenance and repairs. This way, service teams can be deployed where really needed and unplanned shutdowns are greatly reduced. Two other key benefits are extended service intervals and reduced operating costs per kWh produced.

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    • Lincoln lubrication systems
    • Improve uptime

    Improve uptime

    Poor lubrication causes 36% of all bearing failures. With Lincoln lubrication systems, that number can be greatly reduced.

    Lincoln has been providing lubrication equipment for more than 100 years – to a wide range of industries. Solutions include automatic lubrication systems, such as multi-line systems (with dispersed single lubrication points needing continuous supply) and progressive systems (with several lubrication points). You can monitor system performance – visually or electronically – via a metering device. The result? Reliable lubrication even under severe conditions.

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    • SKF Rotor Positioning Bearings (Automotive)
    • Help reduce C02 emissions by up to 15%

    Help reduce C02 emissions by up to 15%

    SKF Rotor Positioning Bearings enable fuel-saving stop-start.

    The automotive industry is constantly looking for ways to save fuel and reduce harmful emissions. A starter-alternator for micro-hybrid cars provides a stop-start function that turns off the engine when the vehicle stops at a red light or slows down in heavy traffic. The engine is then restarted quickly and silently when the driver releases the brake or engages a gear. An integral part of this starter-alternator is the SKF Rotor Positioning Bearing, which consists of a high performance magnetic ring clamped to a high-speed, high-temperature bearing. Together they produce a powerful, accurate, repeatable and durable magnetic field that enables the system to stop and start the engine quickly and quietly.

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    • High pressure valve stem seals (Automotive)
    • Improved fuel economy

    Improved fuel economy

    SKF high-pressure valve stem seals enable high-pressure boosting to increase the power of downsized engines for greater fuel efficiency.

    Because of legislation and customer needs, vehicle manufacturers are eagerly working to improve fuel economy and minimise emissions. Downsizing engines that utilise boosting technologies to maintain or even increase power and torque is one method of doing this. Thanks to its robust design – including an independent pressure lip –SKF high-pressure valve stem seals allow significantly lower blow-by gas leakage. The seal remains closed, keeping valve guide wear and emissions to a minimum. Furthermore, with the addition of an extra lip, pressure resistance of up to 16 bar is within reach. These seals can be used in both light- and heavy-vehicle applications.

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    • SKF LubriLean, minimum quantity lubrication systems (Machine tool)
    • Up to 92% reduction in energy use

    Up to 92% reduction in energy use

    For a Swedish toolmaker, it meant reducing oil consumption by 85%.

    Minimum quantity lubrication is the supply of tiny quantities of lubrication to friction points. A nozzle system creates a fine aerosol which is dispersed in an air stream. Compared to conventional cooling systems, SKF LubriLean represents a major technological advance. Not only will users enjoy significant productivity increases, by up to 30%, but the service life of the tool is also extended by up to 300%. The environment for the operator is also greatly improved, with up to 56% less contamination of the ambient air. Additionally, SKF LubriLean contributes to protecting the environment by significantly reducing coolant consumption and recycling.

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    • Radial shaft seals HMSA10
    • Maximize bearing performance and increase gearbox efficiency

    Maximize bearing performance and increase gearbox efficiency

    For a Chinese gearbox manufacturer, it meant 6% increase in gearbox efficiency and 25% decrease in operating temperature.

    The HMSA10 seal, made in an optimized SKF nitrile rubber compound, has good resistance to most mineral and synthetic oils and greases, offering higher resistance to wear and ageing. The metals insert and spring loaded sealing lip form an effective sealing system protecting the bearing against contaminants and reducing the risk of lubricant leakage. This helps maximize bearing performance and reduce operational costs.

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    • SKF hybrid bearings
    • Extended bearing service life

    Extended bearing service life

    For a German fan manufacturer, it meant greater reliability with less maintenance.

    Fans and their drive units are used in a variety of applications where there is a trend towards integrated motor drive units. These units must be highly reliable and virtually maintenance-free even under tough operating conditions. Equipped with low-friction silicon nitride rolling elements, SKF hybrid bearings are sealed and lubricated for life with SKF high-performance grease. The result: at least double the service life and significantly reduced maintenance costs.

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    • SKF WindLub (Wind)
    • Save hundreds of man-hours and tons of grease

    Save hundreds of man-hours and tons of grease

    On average, 10% of turbine servicing time is spent on relubrication. A centralized solution, SKF WindLub can cut that time dramatically. 

    A centralized lubrication solution for wind turbines, SKF WindLub delivers the exact quantity of the appropriate lubricant to the right positions at the right time. Incorporating solutions for both total loss and circulating oil lubrication, SKF WindLub has proved to be effective in wind turbine generators. Combined with SKF WindCon – which continuously monitors single units or entire farms to reliably predict when maintenance activities will be necessary – this solution can further simplify maintenance and enhance reliability.

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    • SKF Copperhead on-line system
    • Improve reliability – by early fault detection

    Improve reliability – by early fault detection

    For an aggregates producer, it meant saving 4,000 euros by avoiding downtime.

    Unplanned production stops caused by faults in mining machinery always cost more time and money than planned stops for maintenance and repair. With the SKF Copperhead fault detection system, evolving faults can be detected before they cause unplanned stops. Using the latest vibration and temperature measurement techniques, the system monitors machinery while in operation to detect a range of faults such as loose parts, bearing and gear damage, lack of lubrication and high temperatures.

    The pre-engineered, easy-to-install system can be used as a stand-alone device or integrated into a plant automation system. SKF Copperhead communicates critical data that can be analyzed worldwide through a web-based link, either by SKF or trained staff.

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    • SKF Solar Hub (Solar)
    • Improved solar tracking and more cost-efficient power generation

    Improved solar tracking and more cost-efficient power generation

    SKF Solar Hub can increase efficiency by up to 20% while delivering reliable and virtually maintenance-free performance for up to 20 years.

    Featuring a self-locking gearbox, bearings, a specialized lubricant and an IP 65 rated sealed housing, SKF Solar Hub provides 360° rotation. The bolt-on design enables the hub to be installed quickly and easily. SKF Solar Hub provides the mechanical movement and torque needed by solar panels to track the sun accurately as it moves across the sky – even under the toughest conditions.

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    • SKF DryLube bearings
    • Lubricate up to 350 °C – without grease

    Lubricate up to 350 °C – without grease

    For a steel mill, SKF DryLube bearings provided an ROI of 450% in just 12 months.

    Featuring an engineered graphite mixture that fills the empty space inside the bearing, SKF DryLube Bearings eliminate the need for grease relubrication. These bearings offer reliable, virtually maintenance-free performance over a wide range of high temperature applications found in the steel-making industry. Almost any SKF bearing type can be supplied as an SKF DryLube bearing, providing very low and constant friction and an extremely high temperature limit of 350 °C.

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    • SKF Energy Efficient (E2) deep groove ball bearings
    • Lower friction by 30–50%

    Lower friction by 30–50%

    For a Chinese mine, this solution from SKF will help cut CO2 emissions by 4,000 tons over a 5-year period.

    With a patented design – including optimized internal geometry, a new polymer cage and low-friction grease – SKF Energy Efficient (E2) deep groove ball bearings provide 30-50% lower friction than conventional designs. The result: reduced energy use and operating costs.

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    • Three-barrier solution
    • Substantial cost savings in harsh environments

    Substantial cost savings in harsh environments

    For a Swedish mineral-processing facility, it meant savings of €23,232 over a two-year period.

    The three-barrier solution is ideal for conveyors operating in the mining and mineral processing industries. The solution comprises a sealed SKF SE housing filled with SKF grease and a sealed SKF Explorer spherical roller bearing. The housing and bearing seals as well as the grease in the housing’s cavity act as a three-fold barrier that protects the bearing against contaminants found in the mining and mineral processing industries. This increases the service life of the bearing by up to 300%.

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    • SKF Explorer self-aligning roller bearings
    • The original SKF Explorer had an impressive bearing life. Now we’ve doubled it!

    The original SKF Explorer had an impressive bearing life. Now we’ve doubled it!

    The upgraded range of SKF Explorer self-aligning roller bearings.

    SKF spherical roller bearings, CARB toroidal bearings and most SKF spherical roller thrust bearings have been upgraded to a new level of performance. Independent of the bearing position in the gearbox, this new generation of SKF Explorer performance class bearings offers substantial advantages compared to conventional solutions. They provide a more robust solution in contaminated and/or poor lubricating conditions, almost doubling the service life of the bearing. These upgraded SKF Explorer self-aligning roller bearings also open up the possibility to transmit up to 20% higher torque compared to other solutions. Alternatively downsizing is made possible to improve efficiency and reduce the overall environmental impact as well as the cost.

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    • SKF Idler Sound Monitor Kit
    • Up to 730% ROI

    Up to 730% ROI

    This portable solution from SKF improves worker safety, reduces downtime and maintenance costs.

    Failure of a conveyor idler can lead to belt failure and costly downtime. SKF Idler Sound Monitor Kit detects the unique sound pressures produced by faulty idler roller bearings from up to three metres away. Using sophisticated acoustic enveloping technology, this hand-held device detects faults far earlier and far more reliably than other methods like human hearing or observation and thermographic cameras. Not only is SKF Idler Sound Monitor Kit easy to use with minimal training, it also eliminates manual inspections, helping to increase worker safety.

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    • SKF Energy Efficient (E2) bearings for electric motors (PM Motor)
    • Lower friction by 30-50%

    Lower friction by 30-50%

    For a UK-based rebuilder, it meant significant energy savings and a longer service life for its motors.

    With a patented design – including optimized internal geometry, a new polymer cage and low-friction grease – SKF Energy Efficient (E2) deep groove ball bearings provide 30–50% lower friction than conventional designs. The result: reduced energy use and operating costs as well as a lower total cost of ownership.

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    • SKF Solar Linear Actuators (Solar)
    • Easy to install, reliable and virtually maintenance-free

    Easy to install, reliable and virtually maintenance-free

    For an American solar panel manufacturer, it means virtually maintenance-free performance for 20 years and increased efficiency by up to 40%.

    SKF Solar Linear Actuators provide reliable solar tracking for up to 20 years! Integrating a screw with gearbox, motor, bearings, lubricant, seals, limit switches, hall sensors and a circuit board, the system is protected in a sealed housing for optimal performance – even under extreme conditions. SKF Solar Linear Actuators can be installed quickly and easily, needing no downtime for replacement or re-lubrication.

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    • SKF StopGo (Two-wheelers)
    • Up to 8% fuel savings

    Up to 8% fuel savings

    For a two wheeler driving 7,875 km per year this equals 36 kg less CO2 emission. 

    SKF StopGo is a three-in-one integrated sensor-bearing system for two-wheeler vehicles. By turning off the engine when stopped in traffic and starting it when the throttle is engaged, this innovation reduces unnecessary fuel consumption by up to 8% and CO2 emission by up to 4.6 grams per kilometre.

    SKF StopGo is a plug-and-play unit that attaches to the front wheel hub of a new vehicle or can even be retrofitted in an existing one. By combining the bearing, the stop-start function and a speed sensing function, this unit also offers a 60% weight saving compared to separate mechanical components.

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    • CASM electric cylinders (Lifting and handling equipment)
    • 90% energy savings

    90% energy savings

    For a textile-printing machine in India, replacing two hydraulic lifts with two CASM cylinders equals an annual saving of 7,000 KWh per year, equivalent to 5.3 tons of CO2 emissions, and 400 litres of hydraulic oil.

    SKF electric cylinders are an electromechanical alternative to the hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders used in many industrial lifting and handling applications. Unlike fluid power systems that require constant pressure, this solution uses electromechanical energy, only requiring power while moving. This minimizes maintenance and reduces energy use by up to 90%.

    Replacement is simple as SKF electric cylinders are made to the same modular standards and they can easily be coupled with different electric motors and control systems. SKF electric cylinders enable more accurate positioning, greater precision and are virtually maintenance-free.

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    • SKF Nautilus (Wind)
    • Reducing total cost of energy production

    Reducing total cost of energy production

    Wind turbine manufacturer in Denmark required a low-friction solution to ‘fit and forget’. SKF Nautilus bearings were the answer.

    SKF Nautilus is a double row tapered roller bearing specifically designed for wind turbines. It is a single bearing solution that carries all the rotor loads, forces and movements that would normally require two bearings of conventional design. SKF developed a new generation of the SKF Nautilus bearings. Pre-greased, with integrated sealing carriers, high-friction coating and bolted inner rings, this new generation of SKF Nautilus bearings offers design engineers the freedom to develop a wide variety of wind turbines. They are easy to mount/dismount and tough enough to resist contamination and leakage.

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    • SKF sour gas bearings (Compressors)
    • Extend service life from three months to three years

    Extend service life from three months to three years

    Compressors used in the oil and gas industry have to withstand some of the toughest conditions on earth, including extreme corrosion and severe temperature fluctuations. For a customer in Canada, SKF extended mean time between failure (MTBF) from 3,800 to 23,000 hours … and counting.

    This solution for sour gas compressors includes bearing arrangements that are comprised of SKF cylindrical rolling bearings and SKF four point contact ball bearings. These bearings are made of super-tough, stainless steel rings with ceramic rolling elements and tailored PEEK cages. This SKF solution has a much longer service life than conventional solutions, due to its high fatigue and corrosion resistance. This results in a dramatic increase in availability while greatly reducing operational costs.

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    • SKF ConRo
    • Up to 50% lower operational costs

    Up to 50% lower operational costs

    For a steel mill in Germany, this means increasing production from 2.4 to 3.3 million tons of steel per year. 

    SKF ConRo units are robust, self-contained roll line units that include bearings, seals, housings, grease and roll bodies. By incorporating a greased and sealed unit that doesn’t need relubrication, this innovation eliminates relubrication and improves casting line service life and reliability. This reduces operational costs by up to 50% and increases roll line service life by 25% or more.

    SKF offers three variants of SKF ConRo – Top, Compact and Low – for the different slab caster segments.

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    • SKF Static Motor Analyzer – Baker AWA
    • Avoid costly, unplanned motor downtime

    Avoid costly, unplanned motor downtime

    Advanced motor insulation tests can minimize untimely motor failures, saving hundreds of thousands of euros in lost production.

    High-voltage motor insulation tests with the Baker AWA-IV are performed when motors are off-line, ideally as part of a managed predictive maintenance programme. This portable instrument can be programmed to automatically perform all major electric motor tests, including surge, polarization index, DC hipot, megohm and winding resistance. These tests discern any weaknesses in a motor’s ground wall insulation as well as winding or turn-to-turn insulation that would cause motor failure. The analyzer performs the tests, stores the results – while continuously monitoring voltage levels. If a fault is detected, the operator is alerted immediately.

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