Its focus on two new digital services for drive train types included an automated rolling bearing diagnostics and the calculation of rolling bearings based on real load spectra.

FAG SmartCheck, a ‘condition monitoring’ system allows the condition of rolling bearings and machine components to be diagnosed automatically. In addition, storing the data in a cloud also permits them to be used for other calculations, such as drive train and rolling bearing simulations relating to their static and dynamic strength.

A calculation tool retrieves data from the cloud and calculates the remaining useful life based on the dimensions of the machine and actual loads. These calculations are carried out cyclically and automatically during operation, allowing the operator to view the remaining useful life of every bearing in the machine using an internet-capable end device.

APMEN Sept 2016, Product Highlights