SKF Cooper sealed split spherical roller bearings feature precision‑engineered joining methods that secure the inner and outer rings for optimal structural integrity. The sealing system incorporated into the unit, which is supplied as standard, retains lubricant, minimises grease leakage and blocks contaminant ingress.

The bearings boast a split design combined with a robust sealing system to enable fast, simple, on-site, in-place bearing replacement or repairs even in hard-to-reach areas. The innovative design ensures minimum disruption to shaft alignment or the driveline, shortening mean time to repair by up to 70%.

“This combination optimises protection and reduces maintenance requirements, ensuring cleaner, longer‑lasting performance across heavy‑duty and process industries,” states SKF key account manager Duncan Mngomezulu. “The advanced split design and robust sealing system work in tandem to boost productivity and deliver superior bearing reliability and machine performance, all while enhancing safety through reduced worker exposure to hazards. Ultimately, these features extend mean time between failure, when measured against other split bearing designs."

Mngomezulu further notes that SKF Cooper split bearings are manufactured to the same geometry and quality standards as standard SKF non-split bearings, to ensure optimal performance and consistent results.

“In addition, broad housing compatibility ensures a seamless fit with SKF metric and inch split block housings such as SNLD, SMS and SAF/SDAF as well as many other housings from alternative manufacturers.”

Designed for long service life, the bearings are suitable for harsh industrial environments in sectors including mining, mineral processing, metals, materials handling, cement, pulp and paper, power generation and food and beverage. The bearings are suited for a range of applications such as conveyor pulleys, bucket elevators, escalators, mixers and agitators as well as horizontal grinding mill pinions.

The SKF Cooper split spherical roller bearing range has also now been expanded to include smaller sizes.