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Full evaluation of lubricant in pregreased and sealed radial deepgroove ball bearings is one of the most underestimated factors in the use of rolling-element bearings. Deep-groove ball bearings such as these from NKE have various seals and grease variants for different operating conditions.
IoT, new materials, and lubrication:
Bearing trends in 2020 IOT AND PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE
IOT AND PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE
remain critical areas of focus and
The widespread adoption of condition monitoring technologies such as vibration analysis is a testament to the early adopters who pioneered their use within the industry. These technologies transformed the way we think about maintenance by providing users the ability to determine the health of an asset without interfering with its operation. The industrial internet of things (IIoT), coupled with declining sensor costs, has further accelerated the use of these technologies and enabled remote monitoring of realtime data, automated analysis, and instantaneous alerts. “One challenge that we see frequently is customers becoming disenfranchised with the technology because it wasn’t applied correctly to the asset and, as a result, does not provide advanced warning of faults or degradation. One-size solutions do not fit every application for the end customer. Our Perceptive Technologies teams provide a more holistic approach, including on-site and remote services for condition monitoring, diagnostics, and other hands-on services to improve a facility’s bottom line,” says Dan Phillips, director of technology monitoring and diagnostics for Regal Beloit.
innovation for the bearing industry in 2020 — as do advances in lubrication and material science. To get a better understanding of these technologies and what developments to expect, we asked some of top bearing industry experts for their take on what’s new and what's coming from their companies in 2020.
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