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Reconditioning scraper idlers reduces incidence of failures
The reconditioning of scraper idlers on a submerged scraper conveyor (SCC) has increased the average mean time between failures (MTBF) from between three months and six months to between 12 months...
Many industries operate a variety of belt-driven machinery such as HVAC equipment, milling machines, compressors and camshafts. The accurate alignment of belt and chain drives, while seemingly a...
Integrated solution combines training and component supply
SKF Power Transmission Components and SKF Training Solutions have collaborated to deliver an integrated, fully customised solution to a fan manufacturer specialising in mining ventilation. SKF...
Early detection through noise monitoring
Monitoring noise in industrial equipment and machine components allows for the early detection of errors and preventative maintenance in machinery. The SKF TKST 21 stethoscope can be used for noise...
SKF reconditions submerged scraper idlers, more than doubles average Mean-Time Between Failures
The utilisation of SKF sealed bearings, combined with upgraded internal modifications, reconditioning and locally manufactured custom seals, has increased the average MTBF (Mean-Time Between...
SKF couples power transmission with training to deliver an integrated solution
The successful collaboration between SKF Power Transmission Components and SKF Training Solutions has resulted in the delivery of an integrated, fully customised customer solution. The customer,...
Diagnostic tool improves condition monitoring
SKF has added to its Microlog Analyzer portfolio of data collection devices with the recent introduction of its Microlog Analyzer dBX. The tool is said to offer faster measurement collection and...
SKF Maintenance Products proudly celebrates 50 years of innovation, growth and success!
It is with extreme pride that SKF Maintenance Products celebrates its 50th anniversary! What initially started as a small business unit with a portfolio that focused on bearing tools and greases is...
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Rehabilitation works on Golden Highway resume after protest action
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has welcomed its contractor LoneRock Construction resuming rehabilitation works along the Golden Highway, or R553, after protest action led to a...
Rolls-Royce launches upgrades that significantly increase Trent 1000 engine reliability
UK-based global major propulsion and power systems group Rolls-Royce announced on Thursday the launch of the first of two Durability Enhancement Packages for its Trent 1000 aeroengines. This will...
