The standard in gear construction has undergone considerable improvements over the last four decades: Advances in materials technology, heat treatment, surface technology, but also tribology and calculation enable higher strength with simultaneous weight reduction and improved thermal design.
The specific gearbox weights have been reduced by around 80% - but this also means increasing demands on the rolling bearings! Schaeffler has contributed significantly to this increase in performance through targeted research and development and constant increases in quality. Through intensive exchange of experience with gearbox manufacturers and the user industry, we have continuously increased the functionality and operational safety of our bearings, while minimizing power losses at the same time. Gearboxes with quality rolling bearings are efficient and reliable. For the highest power densities, Schaeffler offers gearbox bearings made of high-performance steel - performance increases of +30% are possible.
Applications
Industrial gear boxes are used as drives in almost all sectors of industry.
In line with the wide field of application, rolling bearings have to be sufficient for a wide range of requirements. The design and layout of the bearing arrangement has a significant impact on the operational reliability and cost-effectiveness of the gearbox.
Schaeffler Engineering works in development partnerships with the most important gearbox manufacturers. We are a leader in application expertise for gearbox bearing arrangements and have broad field experience as a provider of condition monitoring services.
Our application technology specialists provide advice on the optimum design of the bearing arrangement with catalog products or, where appropriate, develop application-specific special solutions.
CAE tools that set standards are used - the Bearinx Simulation Suite.
Products for Industrial Gearboxes
The largest variety of different bearing types is used in industrial gearboxes. Schaeffler offers a complete range of over 40,000 catalogue products.
Schaeffler X-Life premium quality is the benchmark. In addition, Schaeffler develops application-specific special bearings for requirements that cannot be covered by the catalogue range.
Planetary Bearings
Engineering Tools
Our engineering tools help you make light work of finding the required product for your application. Find out for yourself!
Lifetime Solutions
Your machines are running smoothly – and you can keep them that way with Schaeffler Lifetime Solutions. From mounting to condition monitoring and smart lubrication, our products, solutions, and services work together to prevent up to 100% of all machine failures.
