SKF is today announcing that a supplier agreement has been signed with Lilium, developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) jet. SKF has supported Lilium on the design of electric motor bearings for the Lilium Jet’s … [Read more...] about SKF announces electric aviation agreement with Lilium
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Schaeffler experts discuss sustainably future mobility at the US CTI symposium
At the upcoming 17th CTI Symposium USA, Schaeffler experts will discuss the future of mobility. This year’s event, held May 24 and 25 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, Mich., will focus on strategies and technologies on the path to … [Read more...] about Schaeffler experts discuss sustainably future mobility at the US CTI symposium
Indian dam project demonstrates Vesconite creep, abrasion resistance
Indian hydroelectric projects offer unique challenges: they are exposed to monsoon floods for a few months of the year and then a dry spell for the rest of the year. After being dormant for long periods, bearings associated with these projects … [Read more...] about Indian dam project demonstrates Vesconite creep, abrasion resistance
SKF joins forces with CAKE to implement bearings with lowest possible carbon emissions
SKF has signed a letter of intent with CAKE, the Swedish maker of premium, lightweight, electric motorcycles, to explore how it can incorporate bearings produced with the lowest possible carbon emissions. CAKE and Vattenfall have committed to … [Read more...] about SKF joins forces with CAKE to implement bearings with lowest possible carbon emissions
NKE Austria announces partnership with Kugler Bimetal
Bearing manufacturer NKE Austria GmbH is entering into a strategic partnership with Kugler Bimetal SA, a Swiss producer of bimetallic components and tribological surface finishes. The cooperation was announced at the Hannover Messe in April … [Read more...] about NKE Austria announces partnership with Kugler Bimetal
Considering cutting-edge rotary bearing materials
By Brian Dahmer | Director of Application Engineering • SKF Many materials in the rolling elements of bearings — both linear and rotary — have been used for over a century. But slowly, new materials are finding their way into industrial … [Read more...] about Considering cutting-edge rotary bearing materials
Five bearing sets are destined for racer-cruising yachts
A New Zealand builder of composite motor yachts has forward-ordered five bearing sets for its upcoming builds later this year. The company’s yachts range from 15 to 50 meters and the boat maker specializes in engineering excellence and quality … [Read more...] about Five bearing sets are destined for racer-cruising yachts
Franz Sieland: From local specialist to global partner for industry and commerce
This year, Franz Sieland GmbH celebrates 50 years since its founding. Known as Sieland Industriebedarf, the German company headquartered in Arnsberg, near Dortmund, is a specialist distributor for tools and bearings. Its portfolio covers practically … [Read more...] about Franz Sieland: From local specialist to global partner for industry and commerce
Emerson Bearing announces two eBooks on Robotics and Automation applications
Emerson Bearing, a Boston, MA-based bearing company catering to niche markets nationwide and the sister company of Action Bearing which serves the New England market, supports the unique needs of the robotics and automation industry with two … [Read more...] about Emerson Bearing announces two eBooks on Robotics and Automation applications
Thordon Bearings appoints CPE as its authorized distributor
Corrosion Products & Equipment (CPE), a specialist engineering firm based in Rochester, New York State, has been appointed as an authorized distributor and service provider across Thordon Bearings’ marine, clean energy, and industrial seals and … [Read more...] about Thordon Bearings appoints CPE as its authorized distributor