PULP AND PAPER
Estimated cost savings $4 million
When a leading paper producer in Wisconsin was held back by unexpected machine failures, it knew it needed a better service provider. Factory leadership wanted a partner to fully integrate with their maintenance and reliability team to detect issues, troubleshoot them, and improve overall operations.
PULP AND PAPER
5-year service contract paid for itself in just 10 months
When a leading producer of corrugated cardboard was dealing with unexpected downtime and high maintenance costs, it turned to SKF for help. Using SKF’s condition monitoring technology and reliability expertise, the factory detected issues early, addressed them quickly, and significantly improved production efficiency.
STEEL MILL FAN BEARING
Estimated cost savings $108k
SKF IMx-1 system detected increased levels of vibration on the fan bearing at a steel manufacturing facility. Vibration analysis from SKF identified looseness in the bearing. The bearing was inspected and replaced during a scheduled outage.
Collaboration between the facility and SKF helped avoid significant unplanned
downtime and costly repairs.
PAPER MILL VACUUM PUMP
Estimated cost savings $40k
SKF IMx-1 system alerted vibration analysts at SKF’s Rotating Equipment
Performance Center of increased vibration on the pump drive end bearing.
A bearing fault and lubrication issues were identified on the bearing. The pump was replaced which resulted in an immediate reduction in vibration.
