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Food grade is commonly considered to be the equivalent of having food-grade seals, food-grade lubricant and corrosion-resistant bearing units.
SKF's current generation of bearing units are already food-grade products and are relubrication-free.
However, we are now raising the bar to support pro-active food safety by providing food-safe bearing units that are completely sealed (Blue range), lubricated for life and designed for increased bearing performance, even in the harshest processing and cleaning environments.
Hygienic design and complete seal ability for better cleanliness. The blue colour makes it easier to detect potential contaminants.
Work proactively to reduce food safety risks by combining hygienic design, relubrication-free technology, corrosion resistant and food grade components. The bearing units are sealed both from the front and from behind. All units have an allergen-free grease fill.
For example, re-lubricating 100 bearing positions on a weekly basis requires 70 kg of lubricant/year. Not mentioning the labor to apply it.
33% less water use, energy saved, waste avoidance
You can achieve environmental gains, for example 33% less water used for cleaning hygienically designed open bearings compared to standard relubricable units and no disposal of grease absorbants.
SKF Food Line ball bearing units
From food grade to food safe
Food grade is commonly considered to be the equivalent of having food-grade seals, food-grade lubricant and corrosion-resistant bearing units. SKF's current generation of bearing units are already food-grade products and are relubrication-free.
However, we are now raising the bar to support pro-active food safety by providing food-safe bearing units that are completely sealed (Blue range), lubricated for life and designed for increased bearing performance, even in the harshest processing and cleaning environments.
Reduce food safety risks with the new fully sealed Blue Range units
Hygienic design and complete seal ability for better cleanliness. The blue colour makes it easier to detect potential contaminants.
Work proactively to reduce food safety risks by combining hygienic design, relubrication-free technology, corrosion resistant and food grade components. The bearing units are sealed both from the front and from behind. All units have an allergen-free grease fill.
Reduce cost of maintenance and related costs
As the new ball bearing units have been designed for relubrication-free operation and increased performance even in harsh environments, you are able to reduce maintenance costs.For example, re-lubricating 100 bearing positions on a weekly basis requires 70 kg of lubricant/year. Not mentioning the labor to apply it.
33% less water use, energy saved, waste avoidance
You can achieve environmental gains, for example 33% less water used for cleaning hygienically designed open bearings compared to standard relubricable units and no disposal of grease absorbants.
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