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,
Engineering Competence

Bushing reduces need for maintenance on motorcycle front forks

SKF’s composite fork bushing for motorcycle suspensions offers high strength and low friction, thanks to a combination of high-performance materials.
Bearings,Motorbikes,
Engineering Competence

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,
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,
Engineering Competence

The right bearing with a click

Engineers can work faster and more effectively when advanced bearing calculation tools are integrated into the design and simulation systems they use [...]
Digital Technology,Digitization,Engineering Competence,
Engineering Competence

Transition from hydrodynamic to rolling bearings wins benefits

SKF solutions and engineering capabilities enable the transition from hydrodynamic fluid film bearings to more efficient rolling bearing systems.
Bearings,Sustainability,
Engineering Competence

Bearing damage analysis: ISO 15243 is here to help you

Being able to identify failure modes and causes of rolling bearing damage is the first step towards avoiding repeat failures and improving machinery [...]
Bearing failure,Industry,Maintenance,Reliability,Sustainability,