INSOCOAT bearings help pulp and carton board mill generate 4 900% ROI
The challenge

The SKF solution
The motors were equipped with standard bearings that typically lasted only about six months due to damage from stray electrical currents. To improve reliability and reduce maintenance and repair costs, INSOCOAT bearings from SKF were installed in the fan motors.The result
Since the INSOCOAT bearings were installed there have been no failures. The mill has realized dramatic savings in maintenance and repair costs, along with additional benefits in reduced downtime and increased productivity. The result - a significant improvement in the bottom line as shown in the below annual return on investment (ROI) summary:Prior to INSOCOAT
- Cost of replacement bearings: €1 000
- Cost of maintenance/repair: €6 000
- Cost of downtime: €43 000
- Total cost: €50 000
- INSOCOAT bearings: €300
- Cost of maintenance/repair: €700
- Total cost: €1 000
- Total ROI: 4 900%