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PRECISION TECHNOLOGY SLF is a market leader in the development and manufacture of high-quality precision bearings. Philip Yorke reports on its latest innovative bearings and major investments in new plant and technology.
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LF was founded in Fraureuth, Germany, in 1993 and has grown steadily to become a recognised global technology market leader in its sector. The company manufactures ball and roller bearings with outer diameters that range from 40mm to 1600mm. The company also produces special, customised bearings according to its customers’ specifications. In addition, SLF manufactures high-quality spindles which offer quiet running and long lifecy164 Industry Europe
cles, combined with very low maintenance. SLF spindles are carefully calculated and designed according to the performance and working speed required by its customers and can be designed to operate at speeds of more than 120,000 rpm. Today, the company offers a range of exceptional quality products and design capabilities. The company’s dedicated service portfolio includes the repair of spindles regardless of their brand, as well as a recon-
ditioning service for bearings of any make. Currently SLF (Spindel-und Lagerungstechnik Fraureuth GmbH) employs more than 390 people and in 2012 recorded sales of over €50 million.
Superior precision and customer service SLF has built its enviable global reputation on an uncompromising commitment to quality, innovation and customer service. The company’s extensive service portfolio
