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Wind News
June 4, 2024

Hot topics in bearing tech – SKF at the Bearing World conference

SKF is excited to announce its participation in the 5th International FVA-Conference, scheduled for June 25-26, 2024, in Würzburg, Germany. The event is a must-attend for anyone interested in the latest advancements in bearing technology.

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Technology
From worn to reborn – Remanufacturing wind turbine bearings
October 26, 2023

From worn to reborn – Remanufacturing wind turbine bearings

Bearing replacement is inevitable over time, however, there is a more economical and sustainable option — remanufacturing. We have previously explored the concept and its benefits, and in this article, we outline the steps involved in the process.

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Operations
A perfect fit: How bearings and seals are impacting wind energy generation
April 5, 2023

A perfect fit – How bearings and seals are impacting wind energy generation

Manufacturers in the wind energy industry are under constant pressure to maximize power density by producing smaller, yet more reliable main shaft components without increasing costs. Learn what SKF does to make the grade.

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Technology
Ceramic outperforms steel: Clever material combinations for robust bearing solutions
August 18, 2022

Ceramic outperforms steel – Clever material combinations for robust bearing solutions

Bearings often operate under challenging applicational conditions. Contamination and electrical erosion can cause bearings to fail quickly — if they aren’t engineered accordingly.

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Technology
Putting tailored heat-treated gearbox bearings to the test
July 29, 2022

Strong and robust – Putting tailored heat-treated gearbox bearings to the test

Robust bearings are the key to a long-lasting wind turbine. To evaluate their surface and subsurface robustness and minimize failures, SKF has further developed the SKF Generalized Bearing Life Model (GBLM). During the "Bearing World by FVA" conference, the company presented its application of the SKF DuraPro for wind turbine gearboxes.

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Technology
A new era for gearbox bearings: How innovative rolling bearings are enabling changes in the wind industry
March 30, 2022

A new era for gearbox bearings – How innovative rolling bearings are enabling changes in the wind industry

The wind industry is in a fierce race to reduce the levelized cost of energy to become competitive with other energy sources. New developments in rolling bearing technology allow to reduce the drivetrain weight which significantly reduces the costs and even increases the power. This allows to increase the onshore turbine sizes within the limitations for transport.

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Operations
Towards Testing 4.0: How SKF helps shape the future of wind energy
March 23, 2022

Towards Testing 4.0 – How SKF helps shape the future of wind energy

The demand on wind turbines is increasing. It is the same for the roller bearings that enable their smooth operation. These bearings must withstand ever-higher loads, moments, and harsh conditions, while still increasing efficiency and reliability as demand rises. To help companies meet these challenges, SKF analyzes large-scale roller bearing behavior under extreme and real conditions at the Sven Wingquist Test Center.

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