Driving Efficiency in Your Bearing Spend
- KG International
- Whitepaper
- 19 June 2024
Understanding the sources of bearing procurement inefficiency
In the rigorous landscape of industrial operations, efficiency and longevity of heavy machinery are nonnegotiable. Critical components such as bearings and lubrication are the linchpins in maintaining optimal operational continuity and preventing costly downtimes. However, procurement inefficiencies often lead to unnecessary expenditure and diminished machinery life. Contamination from the relentless operative environment significantly accelerates wear and tear, jeopardizing both productivity and the longevity of equipment and machinery. Proactively addressing procurement and maintenance challenges like below are essential for safeguarding equipment functionality:
a. Incorrect bearing selection and technological ignorance
Bearing selection might seem like a mundane task, but it’s far from it. Choosing the appropriate bearing is crucial for maintaining seamless production. Factors such as load capacity, speed, temperature, and environmental conditions are critical to avoid accelerated wear, premature failure, and costly production stoppages.
b. Insufficient focus on proper training and maintenance
Lack of proper training on bearing maintenance can significantly impact bearings’ life, resulting in premature bearing failure. Mostly such failures are attributed to one or more of the following causes:
- Mishandling in storage and transportation
- Incorrect selection of shaft and housing fits
- Lack of mounting practice and missing layouts
- Insufficient knowledge about the application
- Defective bearing seats in shafts and housings
- Defective bearing seats in shafts and housings
c. Overspending due to misconceptions about the superiority of European/Japanese bearings
This assumption has led to overspending in procurement. Technological advancements, material science, and globalization have minimized quality disparities among global manufacturers. Emerging companies like KG International offer high-quality bearings at competitive prices. Today, a bearing’s origin is less reflective of its quality due to enhanced manufacturing and quality control standards.
d. Focusing excessively on price while neglecting quality
Prioritizing lower cost over quality in bearing selection can lead to premature wear and failure, necessitating frequent replacements. This not only increases long-term expenses but also disrupts machinery operations, causing unexpected downtimes and heightened maintenance demands. Such cost-cutting measures compromise the overall efficiency and reliability of equipment
e. Lack of knowledge and investment towards bearing life improvement
Bearings failure results in significant unrecovered costs in lost production and equipment replacement.
Proactive investment in identifying and addressing the onset of issues is crucial to maintaining asset efficiency and balancing the costs of monitoring, maintenance, and repairs.
Why should you choose KG Ultra?
KG Ultra bearings are meticulously designed for precision applications demanding the utmost in accuracy, speed, and rigidity. Engineered for intense, heavy-duty operations, these premium bearings have earned a global reputation for defining excellence in reliability and efficiency. By opting for KG Ultra, you gain access to:
a. Extensive Range : A complete range of bearings to make your operations more competitive, productive, and profitable:
b. Technical Superiority: Focused on improving your total cost of ownership by providing:
- ISO tolerance class 6 ISO 492, P6, Tighter tolerance than normal
- Component hardness controlled to 58 – 64 HRC
- Component hardness controlled to 58 – 64 HRC
- Raw material: GCr15, equivalent to AISI 52100 and DIN 100Cr6
- Leading QA systems performing 130% component checking in China and Dubai
- All parts and components manufactured under a single roof for total control
c. ROI and Unit Economics: Bearing selection is contingent on finding the right balance between cost and life and ensuring that all bearings are fit for purpose. The below graphs on price vs quality between KG Ultra and its alternatives establishes why KG Ultra is the right choice for driving meaningful ROI and
dollar savings no matter what you are using today:
Fig. a. KG Ultra offers equal or better quality than economical European bearings within a 0%-20% range, at a price benefit of
20%-30%.
Fig. b. KG Ultra attains near-equivalent quality to Japanese bearings within a 10%-30% range, while offering considerable cost savings of 40%-50%.
Fig. c. KG Ultra offers comparable quality within 20%-40% of Premium European Bearings, with a significant price benefit of 60%-80%.
d. Automated Lubrication: In association with Dropsa, we enable peak performance of your machinery by ensuring:
- The accurate lubricant quantity at the exact interval providing precise lubrication amounts, avoiding over or under-lubrication
- A continuous, automated supply of lubricant, reducing manual testing and human errors
- Significant savings in repair, failure, and labour costs
e. Packaging Revolution: We believe that great products deserve great packaging. The new KG Ultra packaging offers:
- A sleek, innovative, and informative design with a modern look for easy identification
- Enhanced product protection for shipping and storage, ensuring your shipment arrives in perfect condition
- Eco-friendly materials demonstrating our dedication to sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint
Contact us for comprehensive bearing services and support
Ensuring the longevity and optimal performance of your bearings begins with proper training and support. At KG, we are dedicated to delivering top-notch bearings and exceptional customer services to our valued customers by offering:
- Product selection support to ensure smooth operation
- Technical training and application engineering support
- Grease and oil lubrication selection and automated system installation
- Installation support to ensure bearing protection
- Condition monitoring and stock monitoring to maximize uptime
- Failure analysis to determine improvement opportunities
Reach out today for unparalleled bearing solutions and support. Our team is ready to assist you in choosing the right bearing for your needs. Choose KG for seamless integration and continuous performance enhancements. Email us at sales@kginternational.com or WhatsApp at +971 50 700 8262 and visit our website www.kginternational.com for more details.
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