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Bearing installation and commissioning of a slewing bearings

What does the commissioning and installation of a slewing bearing at Rothe Erde include?

The basis for a long service life of the slewing bearing starts with professional installation.

To ensure this, our service team carries out an assessment of the connecting surfaces in accordance with DIN EN ISO 1101. In order to counteract premature bearing failure, the installation parameters must be strictly adhered to. In addition, the correct positioning of the slip positions "S" is elementary for operational reliability.

Our experts will support you on site to ensure that your slewing bearing achieves its maximum operating life.

This is our service in detail

Connecting construction

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One of the important parameters is the evenness of the bearing connection surfaces. Depending on the size and type of bearing, flatness according to DIN 1101 must be maintained. Our experts are trained in the use of modern laser measuring devices. This allows us to assess on site whether your connection surface meets the requirements.

We assist you with: Measurement of the connecting surfaces up to a diameter of 25,000 mm, Any position of the connecting surface (horizontal / vertical / inclined), Planning of mechanical rework.

Installation

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The primary goal during installation is to install the slewing bearing in compliance with the specified parameters so that it can be put into operation as quickly as possible.

We offer: Handling, bearing positioning, alignment of the gear teeth, bolting, setting the backlash, connection of the lubrication system.

Commissioning

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Even after installation, there are still important work steps to be carried out.  

We support you with: Test runs, initial load recording, running characteristics, evaluation of the contact pattern of the gearing, basic measurements, relubrication.

Additional service activities

Bearing inspection and maintenance

Bearing installation and commissioning

Bearing replacement and repair

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