All articles for "Lubricants"

Engineering Competence

How black oxide-coated bearings can make an impact on cutting O&M costs for wind turbines

Wind energy companies are constantly seeking ways to reduce turbine operating costs. Black oxide-coated bearings are one solution. SKF offers an [...]
Cylindrical roller bearings,Design,Electricity, gas and water supply,Lubricants,Machinery and equipment,Reliability,Research and theory,Tapered roller bearings,
Manufacturing

The sweet taste of success

After a devastating financial blow in the 1990s, ­Philippine sugar producer Victorias Milling ­Company is back on top and looking for ways to boost [...]
Bearing housings,Bearing units,Condition monitoring,Food and beverages,Lubricants,Machinery and equipment,Maintenance,Reliability,Roller bearings,Training,Transportation & logistics,Trucks and trailers,
Industry

Greener oil development

With a name like Ecopetrol, Colombia’s largest oil ­producer has a visible commitment to sustainable development. Investors are taking notice.
Chemicals, fuel and petroleum products,Lubricants,Maintenance,
Industry

Slick research

At Imperial College London, Professor Hugh Spikes studies the effects of friction.
Chemicals, fuel and petroleum products,Food and beverages,Lubricants,Machinery and equipment,Other industry,Research and theory,
News

Advanced reading

Wiley is publishing a new book by SKF Engineering & Research Center’s Piet Lugt. Grease Lubrication in Rolling Bearings takes an exhaustive look [...]
Lubricants,Research and theory,
Engineering Competence

Hot applications run longer with graphite

Please note – the SKF product mentioned in this article is no longer available. Many bearings operate in very high temperature environments – but few [...]
Design,Lubricants,Machinery and equipment,Maintenance,Metal industry,Other (special products),Reliability,Research and theory,
Industry

Sun trackers

California-based SolFocus shines at generating renewable energy with sophisticated, reliable solar panels.
Electricity, gas and water supply,Linear motion,Lubricants,Seals,