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SKF

SKF

SKF (Svenska Kullagerfabriken)

  1. Company Overview
  • Founded in 1907 in Gothenburg, Sweden
  • A global leader in bearing and sealing solutions
  • Operations in over 130 countries, with more than 40,000 employees and 17,000 distributor locations
  1. Beginnings in Seals and Oil Seals
  • Initially developed basic seals to support bearing applications
  • Emphasized the importance of sealing in extending equipment life and reducing maintenance
  1. Acquisition of Chicago Rawhide (CR) – 1990
  • CR, founded in 1878, was a renowned U.S. brand in sealing technology
  • Post-acquisition, SKF integrated CR’s patented oil seal technologies and manufacturing strengths
  • Became one of the world’s leading suppliers of oil seals and dynamic sealing solutions
  1. Acquisition of MPI – 2005
  • MPI (Machine Parts Inc.) was a U.S.-based industrial seal supplier
  • Strengthened SKF’s distribution and production capabilities in the North American industrial market
  • Expanded customized sealing solutions, enhancing presence in heavy industry and OEM markets
  1. Technological Innovation & Product Applications
  • Developed high-performance products like SKF Mudblock, Wave Seal, and integrated bearing seal units
  • Advanced materials: FKM (fluorocarbon rubber), polyurethane (PU), and eco-friendly elastomers
  • Applications across automotive, heavy machinery, wind energy, food processing, and more
  1. Sustainability & Future Outlook
  • Focus on eco-friendly materials, low-friction designs, and predictive maintenance
  • Integration of smart sensors and seal monitoring technologies
  • Supporting green manufacturing and optimized equipment performance
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