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Distribution agreement extends bolting solutions for industry
Bolt and Engineering Distributors (B.E.D.) group has announced a new distribution agreement with torque and tensioning company Bolt Torque, which holds a range of manual, hydraulic, electric and...
Long-lasting Cogged Raw Edge belts
Manufactured from ethylene propylene diene monomer (EPDM) synthetic rubber, Cogged Raw Edge (CRE) belts offer users increased efficiency and improved longevity, helping to reduce input costs and...
Maintenance-free bearing unit adds value
A Y bearing unit installed in a trencher that was experiencing frequent breakdowns has extended equipment uptime and added value to a local level 5CE Construction Industry Development Board-rated...
Lithium-free grease caters to range of industrial applications
A new lithium-free grease is said to outperform lithium-based greases on several parameters including mechanical stability, load carrying capacity, wear protection and grease life. The SKF LGNL 3...
On-the-go machine health monitoring
A Bluetooth-enabled, handheld sensor that monitors the health of rotating machinery by means of a mobile iOS and Android apps, can be used to identify developing issues and mitigates potential...
Tapered roller bearings improve dump truck reliability
Machine reliability is key to ensuring sustainable mining operations and the smooth operation of dump trucks is especially critical in keeping mine production optimal. SKF says its Explorer tapered...
SKF and Duracar announce strategic partnership to advance sustainable electric vehicle technology
SKF, a global leader in bearing technology and manufacturing, is pleased to announce a new strategic partnership with Duracar, an innovative company specializing in light electric vehicles (LEVs)....
Manufacturer offers rigid pipe solutions to market
Industrial manufacturing company SKF offers a wide assortment of rigid pipes suitable for high-pressure oil injection applications where limited space makes pipe connection difficult. “Our proven...
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