AGRI HUB bearing units offer an innovative, maintenance-free solution that significantly increases the life of agricultural machinery and reduces downtime.
AGRI HUB bearing units are mainly used in soil cultivation machines, in particular:
- disc harrows
- seed drills
- row cultivators
- various agricultural tractors and implements
As these devices are in constant contact with the soil, they are subject to extreme stresses and contamination. The sealed design of the AGRI HUB bearing units protects the bearings from external influences, thus extending their service life.
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The advantages of AGRI HUB (disc bearing) bearing units
1. Maintenance-free operation
- AGRI HUB units are prelubricated and sealed, so they do not require additional lubrication during their lifetime.
- According to NTN-SNR measurements, maintenance costs can be reduced by up to 47% by using the AGRI HUB
2. Longer life and extreme protection
- AGRI HUB bearing units provide 3-5 times longer service life than conventional bearings.
- A premium quality disc bearing can last up to 10 000 operating hours under the right conditions.
- Multi-layer sealing technology reduces the ingress of dust and water into the bearing by up to 90%, thus extending bearing life.
3. Reduced downtime
- Conventional bearings may need to be replaced and lubricated up to 2-3 times a year under intensive use.
- According to SKF and NTN-SNR research, AGRI HUB bearing units can reduce downtime of agricultural machinery by up to 40%, as they require less repair and lubrication.
- A case study shows that up to 1 000 000 HUF per year can be saved by using AGRI HUB (Source: NTN-SNR)
4. Quick and easy replacement
- AGRI HUB bearing units contain the bearing and housing in one piece, making replacement much quicker and easier than with conventional bearings.
5. Fuel savings
- As disc bearings reduce friction, they can in some cases result in fuel savings of 1-2% over the long term.
6. Development trends
- AGRI HUB disc bearings are increasingly being designed with sustainability in mind, with newer models using environmentally friendly lubricants and recycled materials.
- The development of intelligent bearings is also underway, which use built-in sensors to monitor bearing condition and provide early warning of the risk of failure.
Disadvantages of disc bearings
Although AGRI HUB bearing units have many advantages, it is worth considering some of their disadvantages:
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Higher purchase cost
AGRI HUB bearing units may cost more than conventional bearings, but they can pay for themselves in the long run due to longer life and reduced maintenance costs.
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Complete replacement required in case of failure
If a bearing unit fails, the entire unit needs to be replaced, whereas with conventional bearings, in many cases it may be sufficient to replace the bearing only.
AGRI HUB bearing units offer farmers longer life, maintenance-free operation and significant cost savings. Their sealed, pre-anchored design reduces downtime and increases machine efficiency.
If you’re still using conventional bearings, you could be throwing away hundreds of thousands of pounds a year on unnecessary maintenance!
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