certain set of characteristics that are deemed critical for a certain application.
Sealing technology is becoming increasingly important in the design of plant and machinery, as well as in helping to improve the efficiency of complex mechanical components. Although seals are often the smallest components within a system, they often have the greatest impact on its function. A technical breakthrough in sealing technology can lead to significant improvements in system or machine efficiencies. As a manufacturer of rolling bearings
and linear motion systems, Schaeffler has the knowledge of the latest materials and technologies. Providing robust, economical, innovative sealing solutions is critical. If the company becomes involved early in the customer’s design process, this can really make an impact by helping to accelerate the customer’s product development process or minimise product lifecycle costs. The sealing of the rolling bearing itself is, and
will remain, a challenge for many years to come. This is because seals will have to provide more reliable, lower friction sealing implemented within ever-smaller design envelopes. The increasing level of complexity of system components is another key area where sealing technology can really make a difference.
The digital revolution and the linking of components and systems increases the efficiency
of machines and equipment. Schaeffler is actively shaping this digital transformation by developing systems and components that are installed in machines at precisely those points, where the most important data is generated. These components can be equipped
with intelligent sensors, for example, that make them essential ‘enablers’ of Industry 4.0. Customers benefit from Schaeffler’s domain know- how: condition monitoring solutions and cloud-based digital services for predictive maintenance continuously provide them with information about the condition of their machines and equipment.
Schaeffler introduced the first linear guidance systems supported by rolling elements in 1965. Since 1988, it has been setting the benchmark in terms of the highest rigidity, load carrying capacity, precision and reliability with its RUE linear recirculating roller bearing and guideway assemblies. Now, with the 6th generation of recirculating roller guidance systems, the RUE..F, demonstrates just how far this technology has come. The RUE..F has a completely new design of
rolling element recirculation, resulting in very smooth-running characteristics with significantly reduced displacement forces. With a focus on operating costs and environmental protection, lubricant consumption has also been reduced by up to 50% by optimising lubrication channels, enhancing flow and efficiently transferring lubricant toward the critical point. With new standard accessories,
including a mounting rail and closing plug, assembly is now faster and more convenient. The RUE..F is also available with a newly developed covering strip (ADE) which simplifies installation to within one tenth of the installation time previously required.
The angular contact needle roller bearing XZU from Schaeffler is used in
lightweight robots and collaborative robots
Schaeffler is also increasing its involvement in fuel cells and hydrogen technology and is a steering member in the Hydrogen Council, a globally active hydrogen interest group based in Belgium. The initiative comprises 81 leading companies from the energy, transport and industrial sectors. The goal of the members is to drive forward hydrogen technology in the direction of industrialisation. These
technologies are being developed for use in both automotive and industrial applications.
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