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The way in which bearings are stored can affect the overall performance of your application, correct storage can maximise shelf life. The term ‘shelf life’, when it comes to bearings, refers to the length of time in which bearings are expected to remain in optimal condition while stored on a shelf before being put into use. Shelf life varies depending on factors such as the type of bearing, its design, and the storage conditions. If a bearing exceeds its shelf life and hasn’t b …

Monitoring and maintenance are fundamental to maximising bearing service life and machinery performance and preventing damage and failures. Bearing failure means the bearing can no longer perform correctly, often leading to machine shafts failing and machinery breakdowns. Unplanned downtime comes with high associated costs owing to unscheduled maintenance, replacement parts, and paused production. The causes of bearing failure can vary. According to SKF “9.5% of all bearings fail beca …