Practical application of highly accurate bearing life prediction method applying ultrasonic testing*2 improves the basic dynamic load ratings*3of NSK’s rolling bearings...
NSK has developed a practical magnetostrictive torque sensor (3rd-generation sensor) for automobiles which enables failure prediction, a comfortable ride, extension of driving mileage and performance improvement thanks to its weight-reducing and space-saving features, while also shortening the development period....
NSK Ltd. (NSK; Headquarters: Tokyo, Japan; President and CEO: Akitoshi Ichii) today announced that the Company has decided to sell its European production subsidiary Neuweg to individual investor Mr. Stephen Lord, its Plant Manager Mr. Willi Castro and its Finance Director Mr. Dominik Szell. The sale is expected to be completed in the first half of 2024. NSK does not expect any significant effects from this sale on its business performance....
SKF strengthens its innovation commitment with new intelligent and clean solutions to help industrial customers achieve their business needs and pursue their sustainability goals....
Niclas Rosenlew,Senior Vice President and CFO of SKF Group has decided to leave the company and will continue his career outside SKF. Niclas will remain in his current position at SKF until January 2025....
SKF is providing key components for the next generation Very Large Array (ngVLA), a $2 billion telescope system that aims to peer deeper into the universe than ever before....
SKF today announces a transfer of the supply of products from the factory in Busan, Korea, to China, India and Mexico. This is another step in the continuous execution of the Group’s strategy, where regionalization is an important part. Consequently,and after a thorough business review and consideration of alternative options,it has been decided thatthe manufacturing site in Busan will be ramped down, with a full closure anticipated in the first quarter of 2024. SKF will remain a local presence in Korea to serve its existing customers there....
NSK Ltd. has received an “A-” rating, the second highest leadership level rating, from CDP, an international non-profit organization focused on environmental issues, in both the Climate Change and Water Security categories, for the second consecutive year....
The new product was used for the gas turbine generator of a large drone (high payload emergency supply delivery drone equipped with a gas turbine generator) equipped with an 80-kw hybrid drive system for a regional reconstruction and practical development promotion project in fiscal 2023, and delivered to Fukushima Prefecture on February 21, 2024....
NSK Ltd. has developed its 7th generation of low-friction tapered roller bearings. This product can help to increase vehicle range through improved fuel/electricity consumption achieved by reducing friction by an average 20% over the entire rotation speed range. NSK aims to achieve annual sales of 15.0 billion yen by 2030 for this product, including existing models....
SKF Conductive brush ring paves the way to greater reliability and longer life in high-performance electric vehicle powertrain systems....
“Our first quarter performance marked another step towards a more resilient and competitive SKF. In soft market conditions, we delivered a strong adjusted operating margin of 13.4%, somewhat ahead of Q1 2023. The margin improvement clearly demonstrates our improved resilience in a situation where organic growth shifted from +10% in Q1 last year to -7% this year....
Schaeffler has drawn three REPXPERT bonus point millionaires The winners now have a choice of attractive rewards in the REPXPERT garage portal Schaeffler Automotive Aftermarket is celebrating the 18th anniversary of its garage portal with this campaign...
Due to a conversion of shares from Series A to Series B in accordance with AB SKF’s Articles of Association, the Company confirms the following. As per 28 March 2024, the Company’s share capital amounts to SEK 1,138,377,670 and the total number of shares amounts to 29,286,933 shares of Series A and 426,064,135 shares of Series B. The number of votes in the Company amounts to 71,893,346.5. AB SKF does not hold any own shares....
The service life of bearings is a critical factor in determining the longevity and reliability of machinery and equipment. NSK and FAG, two well-respected manufacturers in the industry, are known for producing bearings with remarkable service life. In this comprehensive comparison, we will explore the service life aspects of NSK and FAG bearings, highlighting their distinctive characteristics, manufacturing processes, and the industries they cater to....
Technological innovation and research and development (R&D) investment are crucial elements driving the advancement of bearing technology. SKF and TIMKEN, as leading manufacturers in the bearing industry, prioritize innovation and R&D to enhance product performance and meet evolving customer needs. This article provides an analysis of the technological innovation and R&D investment strategies employed by SKF bearings and TIMKEN bearings, offering insights into their competitive advantages....
Deep Groove Ball Bearings (DGBBs), widely used in various mechanical motion systems, possess excellent qualities such as low friction, high precision, and strong load-bearing capacity. This article delves into the fundamental characteristics of DGBBs and their applications across diverse fields. ...
In our daily lives, miniaturization technology has become a norm. From microprocessors to smartphones, to medical equipment and aerospace technology, the advantages of miniaturization are everywhere. However, one of the keys behind these advancements is the micro-bearing, a component that is small in size but packed with power....
Linear bearings, a crucial component widely used in the mechanical industry, possess advantages of high precision, high rigidity, and high durability. However, to fully exploit the performance of linear bearings, it is necessary to lubricate and ...
In the fast-paced development of today"s industry, linear bearings, as core components of mechanical movements, directly impact the operational precision and stability of equipment. Therefore, specialized linear bearing production factories and continuous R&D innovations hold great significance for industrial progress....
