SKF extends warranty for trailer OE wheel end system
SKF launched its new premium wheel end system extended warranty packages, under the SKF Trouble-Free Operation (TFO) program, for both the trailer OEM and retro fit markets. With this SKF TFO program enhancement, trailer OEMs and fleets can choose extended warranty options for up to seven years, based on the components in the package. In
SKF offers a mobile app of its online parts catalog
SKF has developed the SKF Parts Info app, a mobile app based on its automotive and heavy-duty online parts catalog, SKFpartsinfo.com. The free download available for iPhone, iPad and Android is designed to provide users with the convenience of an online parts search in a mobile app environment. Like the online parts catalog, SKFpartsinfo.com, the
SKF air dryer for pneumatic tools and devices
The Separator Filter Dryer (SFD) from SKF is an air dryer ideal for providing contaminant free air to pneumatic devices, according to the company. Typical applications include point-of-use such as spray booths, work stations and air lines in service bays that use pneumatic tools. The SFD can also be mounted on small air compressors. The
SKF introduces Krown products to its specialty parts offering
SKF is now offering a complete line of Krown products, which includes a line of rust protection products and a line of cleaning products and tools for light- and heavy-duty vehicles. The Krown product line provides solutions to protect vehicles from road debris, salt and rust. The rust protection products available include Krown Corrosion Inhibitor,
SKF adds wheel end training videos
SKF has expanded its YouTube channel to include heavy duty wheel end training videos designed around the SKF Trouble-Free Operation (TFO) Program, its systems approach to proper wheel end maintenance. The new heavy-duty wheel end training videos showcase proper wheel end maintenance as detailed in the SKF TFO wheel end maintenance guide. Divided into seven
SKF training trucks visit more than 100,000 technicians across North America
Since their launch in 2010, training trucks from SKF have provided educational programs to more than 100,000 heavy-duty and automotive technicians across North America. The SKF training truck programs covers failure analysis, proper removal and installation techniques, as well as drivetrain, engine and wheel end maintenance practices. SKF developed this program for specific markets. Three
SKF updates TFO wheel end maintenance guide
The trouble-free operation (TFO) wheel end maintenance guide from SKF has been updated to include the latest wheel end maintenance practices and instructional materials. A technical resource for fleets, the guide covers the SKF heavy-duty product line and offers general guidelines and warranties, detailed graphics and instructional materials for disassembly/re-assembly and failure analysis of bearings,
SKF releases updated air dryer service guide
The Brakemaster air dryer service guide from SKF has been updated to include technical tips, detailed installation instructions, service procedures and parts listing information.
SKF adds new and remanufactured dryers and cartridges
For its All-Makes new and remanufactured air dryers, cartridges and service kit offerings, SKF has added 23 new part numbers, including 11 to its Model 9 air dryer line.
SKF recognizes top sales performers
2012 Heavy Duty Sales Rep of the Year awards have been announced by SKF. Co-winners of the award are SKF Western Territory Sales Rep Keith Dollar and SKF Eastern Territory Sales Rep Mike Hartman.