Drive-by-wire Mechatronic solutions for vehicles SKF develops and manufactures mechatronic solutions for vehicles in industries such as light trucks, off-highway, material handling and marine. With our global reach, SKF can provide these solutions to customers around the world. Find more about SKF drive-by-wire SKF Electronic Parking Brake Smart actuator with integrated electronic controller, designed for
By-wire Improved response, safety and ergonomics SKF offers innovative solutions in the areas of by-wire and mechatronics technology. These can bring many advantages over traditional mechanical solutions, including: Improved response times – and reduced weight – by eliminating mechanical linkages Increased safety through computer controlled intervention of vehicle controls Better ergonomics by reducing the amount
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Services With a worldwide service team and more than 1 000 installations, SKF Magnetic Mechatronics has the capabilities to support customers at any time, in any circumstance, and for the entire life cycle of your magnetic bearings, from hotline support to dedicated service contracts. Hotline and technical support Our hotline is staffed with dedicated technical
Turbocompressors High speed motors on magnetic bearings for centrifugal compressors The SKF permanent magnet high speed motor on magnetic bearings sets a new standard for compact, high energy efficiency, oil-free variable speed drives for centrifugal compressors up to the megawatt. The motor and bearings are designed for a wide operation range of the centrifugal compressor
Neutron Chopper Drive Systems The world’s leading neutron scattering facilities require unique and dependable instruments. These instruments must always be online to enable visiting scientists to make new material science discoveries Our customers have used SKF’s neutron chopper drive systems to enable: New payload design possibilities through higher speed rotation and increased bearing capacityContamination-free beam
Semiconductor process tools The semiconductor industry requires consistent process results, high throughput, high reliability and extreme cleanliness. To address these challenges, major semiconductor equipment manufacturers are choosing magnetic bearings. Our customers have been able to improve process results by: Accessing both sides of the waferAdjusting the position of the wafer based on process feedbackRotating without
Power generation Magnetic systems in the energy sector SKF magnetic bearings and high speed electric generators combine proven design and operational flexibility for power generation equipment, covering light to heavy rotating machines as microturbines, turbogensets or water turbines. They provide a great match with high energy efficiency and environmental care, safety, reliability, maintainability and compactness
Oil and gas Magnetic systems in oil and gas SKF is the world leader of magnetic bearing systems for the oil and gas industry with more than 1 000 references. The company manufactures according to ISO 9001 and ISO 29001, CE, CSA, API and other international standards. SKF S2M Magnetic Bearings open up new possibilities
Technology and key benefits Active magnetic bearings operate with no surface contact eliminating bearing friction and wear. Electromagnets generate forces in radial and axial directions to levitate the shaft, allowing it to rotate contact-free. A control system actively monitors and continuously adjusts the current in the electromagnets to maintain shaft position. Their extreme precision and