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Packaging solutions benefit from sophisticated design approach

Following a review of its packaging for larger bearings, SKF decided to embark upon the development of an improved design that would meet demands for [...]
Engineering Competence

Bearing basics for gas-industry screw compressors

Optimum bearing selection can extend bearing life and improve compressor performance. Screw compressorusage in natural gas applications has risen [...]
Cylindrical roller thrust bearings,Industry,Machinery and equipment,Product,Reliability,Service,
Engineering Competence

New sensor solutions for railways

In the railway industry there is an increased demand on reliability and safety to meet customer requirements. This is particularly true for [...]
Axleboxes,Industry,Product,Railways,Reliability,Service,
Engineering Competence

Hydraulic bolt tensioners for accurate, safe and secure tightening

Bolting assemblies and joints, one of the most common methods to fix together two or more parts, is used throughout mechanical equipment. For many [...]
Design,Industry,Other industry,Other products and services,Product,Service,
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Built for speed

There are no brakes, no steering wheel and no seatbelts. The g-force pushes travel into velocities of 160 kilometres per hour and more. Hovering a [...]
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Stronger presence in China

  SKF is increasing its presence in China with a new factory in Dalian and new production channels in Shanghai, in response to the demand from the [...]
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SKF to supply bearings for new Rolls-Royce engine

  Rolls-Royce plc has chosen SKF to be the primary supplier of main shaft bearings and related com-ponents for its latest engine programme, the Trent [...]

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