Schaeffler AG

By installing online condition monitoring systems on its aluminium rolling mills, Aleris Aluminium is seeing annual cost savings of around 200,000 euros.

An online bearing calculation tool for multi-axis linear systems is now available, which helps distributors and end users cut development times for new machine builds.

Schaeffler’s new RUE100 E-L profiled rail linear guide offers machine builders optimum running characteristics, high load ratings and a robust, compact, low friction design.

By revising and improving the plastic components and optimising the load plates, Schaeffler has developed a new light range of linear ball bearings that offers higher load carrying capacity and 50% longer operating life.

By installing automatic lubrication systems on its electroplating robots, a coatings company has saved around 45,000 euros over the last three years, by eliminating plant downtime due to insufficient lubrication of linear bearings and guideways.

The PRAXIS partnership between FAG Industrial Services (F’IS) and Corus Northern Engineering Services (CNES) is continuing to add value and prevent costly production downtime in many sectors of UK industry.

With the help of new design calculation software and improved manufacturing processes, Schaeffler has developed a cylindrical roller bearing with significantly improved axial load carrying capacity.

The FAG range of split spherical roller bearings from Schaeffler UK, not only helps heavy industries such as metals production, paper and pulp manufacturing, mining, quarrying and cement companies reduce production downtime, but also simplifies mounting and helps reduce assembly and maintenance costs.

The Linear Technology division of the Schaeffler Group has developed an innovative, modular, high-speed linear guidance system, which reduces throughput times in high-speed handling and automation tasks, while offering a 30% higher service life over competing products.

The Schaeffler Group’s FAG Detector III handheld vibration and temperature monitoring and balancing device is now available with RFID technology, enabling automatic identification of measuring points on plant machinery and equipment, while eliminating operator errors and resulting in a more efficient data collection process.

John Loonam has been appointed as Linear Product Specialist at Schaeffler (UK) Ltd, spearheading the company’s plans to increase its linear motion business in the UK and Ireland.

Schaeffler UK has launched a new online monitoring system, FAG ProCheck, which detects plant or machinery faults early, preventing costly breakdowns, reducing production downtime and improving maintenance planning.