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SKF

801 Lakeview Dr.
Blue Bell, PA 19422
USA
800-533-6563

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SKF is a leading manufacturer of aftermarket components for the commercial vehicle market, including tapered bearings, Scotseal wheel seals, Brakemaster air dryers, pinion seals and hub caps.

SKF - Providing reliable product solutions to the heavy duty industry

As they have since the dawn of the trucking industry, SKF heavy duty components are helping operators meet today's challenges. SKF engineers are able to take a systems approach to component design, which results in improved product reliability, reduced need for maintenance and, most important, lower total costs per mile.

SKF solutions range from bearings with integrated electronics for improved safety and functionality, to advanced sealing solutions that are impervious to extreme temperatures and invasive chemicals.

NEW SKF VSM web site offers improved navigation; numerous technical resources

The new SKF web site at www.vsm.skf.com provides users with the most current information about SKF products and services in an on-line format, including its wheel end bearings, Scotseal® PlusXL wheel seals and new Rebuild kit for PreSet® hub assemblies.

The web site features SKF's award winning on-line catalog that allows users to search for SKF products by year, make and model. The on-line catalog delivers up-to-the minute data for SKF's complete product line, including part specifications and images.

The SKF Heavy Duty Pit Crew program provides product training and technical tips

The SKF Heavy Duty Pit Crew program is a training program designed exclusively for heavy duty fleet technicians. The program provides fleet technicians with the industry's latest tech tips, product information and failure analysis data through its new Heavy Duty Pit Crew e-newsletter. The e-newsletter also offers monthly updates on SKF's racing and technical relationship with NASCAR's Richard Childress Racing. Additionally, Heavy Duty Pit Crew members may receive product guides and self-study guides through periodic mailings.


For more information about the SKF and its products and services, visit www.vsm.skf.com, or contact your local SKF representative.

Products

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Provides low friction, high heat capability, and improved fuel economy
Dec. 23, 2024
Skf Aecp Automatic Electric Cartridge Pump
As easy to refill as a grease gun
Sept. 20, 2023
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Lincoln Dual-piston Grease Gun, No. 1154
Easily greases fifth wheels
Aug. 9, 2023
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The SKF TraX Wheel End Monitor (WEM) is designed to intelligently monitor wheel end vibration and temperature to detect any potential issues on heavy duty vehicles. It notifies...
Jan. 21, 2020
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The SKF Spindle Nut Locking System is designed for both tractors and trailers. The components are forged, precision machined and then assembled with two high-strength lock bolts...
Nov. 10, 2015
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The SKF Lincoln Fuel Transfer Pump, No. 1550, was developed to transfer diesel, kerosene or mineral spirits from both mobile and stationary tanks. The pump can be used in agricultural...
April 9, 2015
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SKF Brakemaster air dryers are designed to handle extreme air system demands for a range of vocations. They serve to help reduce downtime and save money on air system repairs....
Aug. 19, 2014
Skf Laser Vibrometer 11574282
The SKF Laser Vibrometer (MSL-7000 series) is a non-contact, laser-based tool to measure vibration and structure-borne noise from fans, electric motors, and pumps reliably without...
July 14, 2014
Skf Infrared Thermometer 11574269
The SKF TKTL 40 portable infrared thermometer enables safe and efficient temperature measurement from a distance. The thermometer performs with a distance-to-spot ratio of 50:...
July 14, 2014
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The SKF Separator Filter Dryer is an air dryer that provides contaminant-free air to pneumatic devices. Designed to keep compressed air free of oil, contaminants and moisture,...
March 18, 2014

Press Releases

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SKF TFO-7 wheel-end with P.S.I ATIS
When the SKF TFO-7 wheel-end configuration is specified for use with the P.S.I. automatic tire inflation system, P.S.I. will extend its parts coverage to seven years.
Nov. 21, 2019
SKF USA announced the appointment of George Garner as Director of OES Truck Sales for the SKF Vehicle Service Market. Ray Bihn will assume Garner’s current position as Vice President...
Dec. 8, 2016
SKF USA announced the expansion of options for its premium wheel end system warranty packages to five or seven years, under the SKF Trouble-Free Operation (TFO) program, for the...
March 3, 2016
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SKF has announced the launch of its new premium wheel end system extended warranty packages, under the SKF Trouble-Free Operation (TFO) program, for both the Trailer OEM and retro...
Nov. 20, 2014
In his new role, O’Brien will oversee all sales and marketing initiatives for the SKF VSM automotive and heavy duty aftermarkets in North America.
Jan. 30, 2014
SKF has expanded its YouTube channel, www.skfpartsinfo.tv, to include heavy duty wheel end training videos designed around the SKF Trouble-Free Operation (TFO) Program, which ...
Dec. 13, 2013
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SKF launched its training truck program in 2010 to create a one-on-one educational experience with automotive and heavy duty technicians.
Nov. 27, 2013
Penske racing driver Joey Logano, center, welcomes, at left, Dylan Larson, Lonny Larson, Mike Murphy and Misty Edwards.
Winners and guests witnessed Penske Racing Team in action at Talladega Superspeedway.
Nov. 12, 2013

Videos

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In this video, Lincoln Industrial displays the features of the Drum Plug Wrench, No. 5841.
May 22, 2019
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This video demonstrates how to install an SKF heavy duty U-joint on a Freightliner Cascadia.
May 15, 2017
SKF Locking Spindle Nut installation Video
This videos features a demonstration on how to properly install an SKF Locking Spindle Nut.
Sept. 9, 2015
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Correct torquing procedure done on front wheel hub units using a Ford Explorer as an example.
April 7, 2014
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This video shows how to properly torque a ConMet PreSet hub on a steer axle application.
Jan. 27, 2014

Articles

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The program aims to empower SKF team members with the skills to create new solutions and innovations more quickly.
Aug. 6, 2024
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SKF's hub warranties are increasing from three to five years.
Jan. 9, 2023
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IMI’s MILCURE is a three-step steel wheel refinishing system designed to prolong the life of wheels and protects against corrosion.
Product options to prolong life of a vehicle and its components
Dec. 3, 2019
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A fluid management system can help fleets keep fluid inventory in check and help technicians dispense precise amounts of fluids.
Fluid management systems can help track and optimize fluid use.
Aug. 6, 2019
Each system operates slightly differently from each other, so it’s worth doing research when deciding on the best fit.
Aug. 6, 2019
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Fig. 1: A typical wheel end system consists of a seal, an inboard and outboard tapered bearing, and a hubcap, as well as a spindle nut and wheel nuts. Some wheel end systems may also contain a spacer that is meant to provide preset torqueing. Each component plays a vital role in protecting the wheel end as well as the operator.
Proper wheel end inspection and maintenance can help avoid catastrophic wheel offs.
Dec. 8, 2017
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With a proactive u-joint maintenance, repair and replacement, fleets can avoid having a u-joint break and fail completely, leading to an immobile truck by the side of the road with the unattached driveshaft lying on the ground beneath the vehicle.
Improved vehicle performance and safety comes from proactive u-joint maintenance
Dec. 9, 2016
An effective corrosion prevention program should include the tractor and trailer areas shown in these illustrations.
Corrosion poses a large and costly problem for fleets. Experts estimate that it costs fleets across the United States and Canada more than $25 billion annually.Corrosion not only...
Aug. 10, 2016

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SKF offers four rust protection products in the Krown product line including Krown Corrosion Inhibitor, Fast Acting Penetrant, Salt Eliminator and Chain Lubricant. The Krown Corrosion...
Feb. 25, 2014
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SKF has refreshed its TFO (Trouble-Free Operation) wheel end maintenance guide (457975) to provide the latest wheel end maintenance practices, detailed instructional materials...
Sept. 23, 2013
Skf Hubcap 11128095
For well over a decade, SKF TF Hubcaps have helped fleets log literally billions of trouble-free miles. Engineered of DuPont Zytel, SKF TF Hubcaps are lighter than steel and stronger...
Aug. 26, 2013
Lincoln 18v Li Powerluber Prof 10909395
The innovative design of the Lincoln 18V Lithium-Ion PowerLuber grease gun incorporates outstanding run-time, output pressure and grease flow, as well as a multi-function LCD ...
March 25, 2013
Scotseal PlusXL
SKF's Scotseal PlusXL contains four internal sealing lips designed to keep road contaminants out and bearings lubricated. The seal’s inside diameter provides wider contact with...
Aug. 24, 2012
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SKF introduces its lug lock device, a mechanism designed to alert fleet maintenance personnel of a loosened wheel nut before it backs off the stud. The SKF lug lock provides a...
May 20, 2011
Splashgua 10164675
SKF's Splashguard is an advanced protection plug for its line of Scotseal TF Hubcaps. The Splashguard features an exclusion technology with multiple barriers to protect wheel...
Aug. 10, 2010
Skf Kit 10164672
SKF's complete line of differential, transfer case and transmission kits for automotive, light duty and commercial vehicle applications provide extensive coverage for the most...
Aug. 10, 2010
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SKF recently introduced a comprehensive e-catalog CD specific to its heavy duty aftermarket product offering. The CD, entitled SKF Heavy Duty E-cat desktop applications (457002...
May 6, 2009
Heavydutypitcrewenewsletter 10130452
SKF recently introduced the Heavy Duty Pit Crew e-newsletter, a monthly e-newsletter written exclusively for technicians and professionals in the heavy duty industry. The Heavy...
May 6, 2009
Scotsealplusxl 10130450
The Scotseal PlusXL from SKF protects wheel end components from contaminants and oil, ultimately producing longer bearing and seal life. Manufactured of Hydrogenated Nitrile ...
May 6, 2009
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SKF introduces unitized pinion seals for heavy duty applications
March 30, 2009
Rebuildkitforpresethubassemblies 10130027
SKF now offers the rebuild kit for PreSet, the industry's only all-in-one rebuild kit for PreSet hub assemblies. The rebuild kit addresses the wheel end service needs for model...
Sept. 4, 2008
Psicompatiblehubcaps 10129370
SKF introduces four new PSI compatible hubcaps to its premium wheel end Scotseal product offering. The new hubcaps are compatible with the Meritor Tire Inflation System (MTIS)...
Jan. 8, 2008