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For many medium to large-size bearings in a number of demanding industries, remanufacturing can offer considerable benefits, including lower life-cycle costs and less unwanted downtime, especially if remanufacturing is combined with other SKF services and technologies. In addition, remanufacturing can support a company’s efforts in the growing importance of sustainability issues.
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Step 1 - SKF receives the bearing
Step 2 - Pre-inspection
Step 3 - Disassembly
Step 4 - Cleaning
Step 5 - Detailed Inspection
Step 6 - Select Remanufacturing method
Step 7 - Machining
Step 8 - Reassembly
Step 9 - Final inspection
Step 10 - Packing
Step 1 - SKF receives the bearing
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Step 2 - Pre-inspection
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Step 3 - Disassembly
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Step 4 - Cleaning
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Step 5 - Detailed Inspection
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Step 6 - Select Remanufacturing method
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Step 7 - Machining
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Step 8 - Reassembly
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Step 9 - Final inspection
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Step 10 - Packing
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>2,500 Tonne
>25 years
>20
How we remanufacture a bearing
In a high-pressure scenario, a company found themselves in a tight spot when they urgently needed to replace two crucial 241/750 ECAK30/CNP W33 HPGR bearings for their operations. With a lead time of 6 months for new bearings, the situation seemed dire. However, SKF stepped in with a solution.
Upon receiving the bearings, SKF’s Remanufacturing Specialists swiftly got to work. Utilizing their expertise and following a meticulous analysis protocol. The impact was immediate and significant.
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Problem
SKF's swift bearing remanufacturing victory
Solution
In a bid to cut costs and salvage a seemingly lost asset, a cutomer turned to SKF for a solution. Their stacker slew bearing, rusted and exposed to the elements, faced the possibility of being scrapped.
SKF's approach to spare parts management
SKF’s intervention was swift and effective. They evaluated the deteriorated bearing in their Solutions Factory and proposed a comprehensive SL4 reconditioning plan, including long term packaging options.
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Problem
Solution
In the face of critical spares found in a dire state, SKF stepped in to salvage the situation. At a mine site, essential pinion mill bearings and housings were discovered damaged and unusable. Swift action was needed to remedy the issue.
The impact of SKF's Remanufacturing for critical spare parts
SKF’s solution was comprehensive and efficient. The benefits were manifold for the customer. We remanufactured the bearings, housings, and sleeves within four weeks, deploying a dedicated team of technicians.
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Problem
Solution
Swift Solution
Spare Parts Management
Critical Spares
Almost all bearings can be remanufactured, these are a few examples
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In addition, remanufacturing can support your company's sustainability efforts.
Large Bearings
CARB Bearings
Slew Bearings
Tapered Bearings
Special Bearings
Why buy a new bearing when you can renew?
Housings
Before and After SKF Remanufacturing
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After
Before
After
2 x housings
2 x bearings
Weight: 14.4 TONNE
Total CO2 avoidance: 33120 KG
Up to 90% reduced CO2 emissions
Of experience in bearing remanufacturing
Number of remanufacturing centers worldwide
Avoided CO2 emissions, >600 TONNE steel reused, and >5,500,00 KWH energy
Bearings in Batch
Special Bearing Assemblies
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Complete SKF Bearing Remanufacturing process
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