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Sustainability

Never underestimate the power of boil-off gas

Magnetic bearing technology from SKF is helping liquefied natural gas carriers transform a persistent problem into a source of power for cleaner [...]
Gas and water supply,Magnetic bearings,Sustainability,
Engineering Competence

Letting the power flow

China’s latest hydropower mega project is the final piece of the world’s largest renewable energy scheme.
Electricity,Seals,Sustainability,
Engineering Competence

Microstructural alteration of bearing steels in rolling contact fatigue

Material degradation is the main reason that rolling bearings fail. The best way to predict bearing failure is to develop a keen understanding of [...]
Bearing failure,Bearings,Failure modes,Research and theory,
Sustainability

Sustainability from track to road

When you think about a 1,000 hp Formula 1 race car, words like speed and competition likely come to mind. But now sustainability could also be added [...]
Bearings,Cars,Electrical,Hybrid bearings,
Industry

The sounds of the city

Smart sensors and data analytics are helping Europe’s municipal authorities crack down on noise pollution.
Engineering Competence,Monitoring and diagnostics,Railways,
Digital Technology

Remote vibration analysis brings benefits to Bourbon’s ships

A leading player in the offshore services sector is using SKF’s online condition monitoring system to track the health of its advanced marine [...]
Bearings,Maintenance,Marine Solutions,Sensorised bearings,Service,
Engineering Competence

Lubrication quality of refrigerant compressor bearings with consideration of the refrigerant

Machine efficiency and environmental concerns about refrigerant compressors have led to the development of new refrigerants and refrigeration oils. [...]
Bearings,Lubricants,

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