Schaeffler Group USA, Inc.
Fort Mill, SC 29715
Axial Ball Bearings enhance household appliance efficiency.
FAG rolling bearings can help reduce energy consumption in refrigeration compressors to improve overall appliance energy efficiency rating. Matched to eccentric shaft bearings in refrigeration compressors, products replace nominal plain bearings and come in 4 types. Both bearing washers can be supplied with or without raceways, and bearing cages are supplied in sheet steel or plastic. In basic...
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Bearings Enable Precise Adjustment of Wind Turbine Blades
In order to optimise operating efficiency, wind turbines need to be aligned to wind conditions. In order to achieve this, the tower and rotor blades must be adjusted so that they make optimal use of the wind, whilst also ensuring that the blades are not subjected to excessive loads that could cause damage. Developed specifically for wind tracking of the nacelle and adjustment of rotor blades on...
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Linear Guidance Systems offer lubricant metering valves.
Incorporating lubricant metering discs, RUE-E roller monorail guidance systems exhibit reduced lubricant consumption levels up to 25%. Integral SMDS metering valve provides precise doses of lubricant to linear guides, which have only one valve per side and function irrespective of mounting position. Metering valves replace standard O-ring seals and prevent lubricant duct from running dry as well...
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Stainless Steel Rod Ends are corrosion resistant.
Available with dia from 5-30 mm, ELGES stainless steel rod ends are resistant to most media, including food, beverages, chemicals, and water. Housing and stem conform to DIN ISO 12 240-4, dimension series K, and have radial spherical plain bearing and right or left hand internal or external thread. Sliding contact pair incorporates corrosion-resistant steel and corrosion-resistant PTFE-bronze...
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Deep Groove Ball Bearings offer minimized noise/friction.
Generation C FAG deep groove ball bearings feature optimized raceway curvature between balls and rings, lessening chance of misalignment between inner and outer ring. Manufactured from nitrile butadiene rubber, HRS seal matches recess on inner ring. Venting grooves and recesses on rings and shield also optimize performance, while riveted steel cage minimizes noise levels and shock sensitivity....
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Compact, High Performance Linear Motion Systems for Machine Builders
At this year's Machine Building, Drives & Automation exhibition at the NEC (25-26 March 2009), Schaeffler (UK) Ltd (stand 808) will showcase a number of innovative linear motion products, including linear actuators, miniature linear guidance sets and a unique lubricant metering valve that cuts lubricant consumption by up to 25 per cent on linear guides. Customers of industrial automation systems...
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Miniature Linear Guides suit compact machine builds.
Comprised of at least 1 inner and 1 outer guideway pair, cylindrical roller flat cages, and end pieces, Miniature Linear Guidance Sets can support forces from all directions, apart from direction of motion. Arrangement of rolling elements enables systems to transmit loads at contact angle of 45-
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Energy Efficient Balancer Shaft Leads to Fuel Savings on Mercedes-Benz Engine
14th January 2009 The Schaeffler Group has now commenced volume production of its INA lightweight balancer shaft for the new Mercedes-Benz OM 651 high performance diesel engine, leading to a valuable reduction in fuel consumption. The Schaeffler Group has now started volume production of its INA lightweight balancer shaft and rolling bearing assembly for the new Mercedes-Benz OM 651, a 2.2 litre,...
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New Products and Services at MAINTEC Help Reduce Plant Downtime and Improve Machine Availability
8th January 2009 At this year's MAINTEC 2009 exhibition at the NEC, Schaeffler (UK) Ltd (stand 53) will showcase a number of new products and services for the inspection and maintenance of plant and machinery, including torque measurement products and oil analysis services. Visitors to the stand will have the opportunity to see how these new products and services can help improve machine...
Read More »Automotive Technologies for Sustainable Development: Schaeffler Group Presents More Than 20 Innovations for Emission Control and Fuel Economy at the 2008 North American International Auto Show
DETROIT, Jan. 13 -- The Schaeffler Group, a leading manufacturer of rolling bearings, engine and transmissions systems for the automotive industry, has gone on the innovation offensive in order to support sustainable development with more than 20 innovations for the drive train. As a system and engineering partner to the automotive industry, we are in a position to offer a wide range of product...
Read More »Schaeffler Group USA Partners with the University of Akron to Offer Educational Opportunities to Its Employees
Meeting the Workforce Needs of Northeast Ohio Global industrial and automotive supplier Schaeffler and The University of Akron have joined forces to offer three innovative educational programs specifically designed to meet the needs of the manufacturing sector and its evolving workforce. AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 9, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- As manufacturing jobs require increasingly higher levels of...
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Axial Ball Bearings enhance household appliance efficiency.
FAG rolling bearings can help reduce energy consumption in refrigeration compressors to improve overall appliance energy efficiency rating. Matched to eccentric shaft bearings in refrigeration compressors, products replace nominal plain bearings and come in 4 types. Both bearing washers can be supplied with or without raceways, and bearing cages are supplied in sheet steel or plastic. In basic...
Read More »Prevention Is Better Than Cure
At this year's MAINTEC 2011 exhibition at the NEC, Schaeffler (UK) Ltd (stand D3) will showcase a comprehensive range of products and services for the maintenance and condition monitoring of plant and machinery. Visitors to the stand will have the opportunity to see how these products and services can help improve machine availability, minimise plant downtime and reduce overall maintenance costs....
Read More »2010 Overrunning Alternator Pulley Catalog Now Available
VALLEY CITY, Ohio, Nov. 18, 2010 -- Schaeffler Group USA Inc. is pleased to announce the release of its 2010 INA Overrunning Alternator Pulley Catalog. Over 50 SKUs are included, covering in excess of 200 European, Asian and U.S. domestic applications. Also included are industry cross-references, a diagnostic guide and functionality test instructions. OAPs have been one of our fastest growing...
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Bearings Enable Precise Adjustment of Wind Turbine Blades
In order to optimise operating efficiency, wind turbines need to be aligned to wind conditions. In order to achieve this, the tower and rotor blades must be adjusted so that they make optimal use of the wind, whilst also ensuring that the blades are not subjected to excessive loads that could cause damage. Developed specifically for wind tracking of the nacelle and adjustment of rotor blades on...
Read More »Schaeffler Group Automotive at the 2010 NAIAS Detroit Auto Show
Detroit, Jan. 8 -- Schaeffler Group Automotive returns as a hospitality sponsor at this year's Detroit Auto Show and will feature a series of innovations for engine, transmission and chassis during Preview Days. As was presented at the IAA International Motor Show in Frankfurt and the 2009 Tokyo Motor Show, the world's first fully-variable hydraulic valve control system UniAir/MultiAir, the...
Read More »Large Size Bearings Technical Compendium Now Available from Schaeffler
A new, 1100-page technical compendium on large size bearings is now available from Schaeffler (UK) Ltd. Catalogue GL1 provides OEMs, distributors and end users with a comprehensive overview of the range of large size bearings available from Schaeffler for heavy machinery and equipment. The catalogue provides technical information on more than 10,000 bearings under the INA and FAG brands with...
Read More »Guide to the Mounting and Dismounting of Rolling Element Bearings Now Available
The correct mounting and dismounting of rolling element bearings can save time and dramatically increase the life of bearings, as well as maximising the availability of critical plant and machinery by avoiding costly breakdowns. The key here is to ensure that the appropriate tools and equipment for the mounting and dismounting of rolling bearings are on hand for the engineer at the installation...
Read More »Schaeffler CEO Takes the Reins at World Bearing Association
Dr. Jürgen M. GeiÃinger, Schaeffler Group President and CEO, has been elected as president of the World Bearing Association (WBA) at the organisation's fourth annual meeting in Tokyo. In September 2006, the WBA was established as an umbrella organisation for the American Bearing Manufacturers' Association (ABMA), the Japan Bearing Industrial Association (JBIA) and the European Bearing...
Read More »Volvo Recognises Schaeffler as an Added Value Supplier
Passenger car and truck manufacturer Volvo has recognised Schaeffler Group as one of its top ten suppliers in 2008 for the supply of wheel bearing units for trucks. Schaeffler received a 'Best Supplier 2008' Award from Volvo in recognition of the company's excellent quality, delivery accuracy, custom product innovations, cost effectiveness and continuous creative and positive collaboration. For...
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