SKF’s specially developed and comprehensive power transmission range includes chains, belts, pulleys, sprockets, couplings, bushings and hub taper locking elements. SKF can supply chain for virtually any conveyor requirement. Conveyor chain is ideal for conveying or elevating a load at relatively low speeds. When the speed limit of chain drives is exceeded, SKF recommends belt drives as the best solution as they need higher speed to generate the friction required to drive a system. SKF’s belt drive range is enjoying particular success in the packaging and automation sectors, where high accuracy with low torque is required. The XP range of wedge belts has 30-40% higher power rating compared to standard wedge belts. These are ideal for space constrained applications, where the same torque with less slippage is required via a smaller belt profile.
SKF’s Power Transmission division offers all standard shaft-to-shaft coupling types including grid, gear, rigid, chain, FRC, jaw couplings and universal joints. Also known as pin and block couplings, universal joints are commonly used for low to medium torque, industrial, off-road and agricultural applications. SKF’s extensive range of locking elements – self-centering; non-self-centering and with very high torque ratings – are mostly used on conveyors to link the head and tail pulley drums to their drive shafts. Quickly detachable bushes, similar to a taper lock, are ideal for applications where shaft diameters are relatively large in relation to the hub diameters. These are installed via a key in the shaft, but are tapered into the corresponding hub or pulley.
It’s full steam ahead for SKF’s sustainable leak detection solution SKF South Africa
Pneumatic systems & components
One of SKF’s key customers based in Cape Town, which depends on steam systems for its production processes, was facing costly challenges related to high energy consumption and excessive maintenance hours. SKF recommended the TKSU 10 ultrasonic leak detector as a more streamlined, user-friendly alternative.
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Shaft power components
A collaborative bearing failure analysis conducted by SKF and Authorised Distributor, Bearings Services Durban at one of South Africa’s leading sugar refinery plants in KwaZulu-Natal provided tremendous value for the customer.
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Shaft power components
BMG’s specialised Gates belting range includes Predator V-belts, engineered for optimal performance in Africa’s harshest conditions.
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News & events
In one of motorsport’s most demanding arenas, a partnership forged in engineering precision and high-performance ambition has proven its worth. SKF, a global leader in bearing technology and innovation, celebrated a remarkable milestone in partnership with SVR Toyota GAZOO Racing, taking second position overall at the 2025 Dakar Rally.
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Shaft power components
Machine vibrations are important indicators when it comes to assessing the current condition of a machine. Damage to rolling element bearings and other machine components can be detected at an early stage before costly machine downtime occurs.
Read more...SKF empowers employees SKF South Africa
News & events
The cornerstone to SKF’s success as a global leader in premium bearing products and rotating technology is an unwavering commitment to investing in its valued employees. Tsholofelo Choma, who now proudly holds the position of quality environmental health and safety (QEHS) officer, exemplifies SKF’s employee-centricity ethos.
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Shaft power components
BMG’s total plant management solutions encompass a technical advisory service for maintenance programmes that includes correct chain and sprocket selection, which is a critical factor in any power transmission system.
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Shaft power components
The SKF Rotating Equipment Performance Centre provides anyone from anywhere with easy access to a comprehensive suite of advanced condition monitoring, analytical and diagnostic solutions.
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Other technologies
SKF’s innovative TLGB 21 battery-driven grease gun optimises lubrication efficiency and reduces costs, by seamlessly combining advanced technology with a smart, rugged design.
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