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The fast and the ferrous

01/12/2017

The glamorous and rarefied world of Formula 1 racing can seem a long way away from the everyday challenges faced by design engineers in other industries. In fact, says Jeroen Wensing, Racing Innovation Manager, Automotive & Aerospace at SKF, transfer between high performance motorsport and other sectors is a real, ongoing and two-way process.

Eliminating moisture damage in steam turbines

01/12/2017

Moisture contamination is one of the most common and costly causes of premature bearing failures on steam turbines.

Industrial springs – Why compromise? Why make do with second best?

04/09/2017

Manufacturer Goss Springs offers its clients a comprehensive technical and design service to ensure that exactly the right spring or pressed part is designed to suit the application and customer requirements.

Bearing the harsh environment

03/07/2017

With its freezing climate, the Arctic is one of the most extreme and barren environments on Earth. Despite this, four million humans have learned to live there, and these inhabitants expect crucial machinery to operate effectively.

Rolling bearing selection – look at the bigger picture