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End inefficient dismounting of inner bearings

We regularly receive interesting requests, but recently we received one that we would like to share with you. This customer was looking for a solution to disassemble the inner ring of a bearing without causing damage to the crankshaft. After targeted testing we determined the perfect solution for this problem. This was the BETEX MF Quick-Heater 3.0 22kW. Read about this case study down below.

Proving the best solution

A recent project involved a manufacturer of pellet presses. For maintenance work, they disassemble the spherical roller bearings of a crankshaft. Normally, they disassemble the outer ring with cage first and then cut the inner ring with an angle grinder. Because of the placement of the bearing, it was not possible to disassemble it with a puller. At the customer’s request we performed tests with a BETEX MF Quick-Heater 22kW, with a flexible inductor. Within 1 minute, the inner ring was heated to 150°C and could be pushed off the shaft without any extra force. The customer was so pleased that they sent us other parts to test, all of which were carried out successfully. The time savings were amazing and with no damage to the shaft!

The heater had proved its versatility so the decision to purchase it was quickly made. The dirty, noisy and dangerous work of grinding off the rings is now history, much to the delight of the workers who were responsible for doing this. Also, collateral damage to the shafts is now a thing of the past.

See the result of the case study

The MF Quick-Heater 3.0 22kW

Thanks to medium-frequency technology, energy is transferred to the workpiece effectively, so it is heated faster and safer than with convetional methods. The MF Quick-Heater consists of a generator with a fixed or flexible inductor. Due to their low weight and compact dimensions, the systems can be used mobile and flexible even in hard-to-reach places. One of the major advantages of this type of induction heater is that they are not limited to cylindrical shaped components: flexible inductors can be wrapped in or around any size or shape. They are even suitable for large and heavy components.

More about the BETEX MF Quick-Heater 3.0 22kW

Bega International BV is now part of the Schaeffler Group…

Vaassen, November 2024

As announced earlier, we are undergoing significant changes. One visible change is the name change, which is effective per immediate!

We proudly present our new name:    Schaeffler Smart Maintenance Tools BV

Because of these changes, our website has been given a new look in the Schaeffler style. Please visit us at: www.schaeffler-smart-maintenance-tools.com

Rest assured, while our name is changing, the company business remains fundamentally unaffected and all contracts with existing customers, suppliers and other business partners will remain unaltered, with corresponding obligations and rights assumed under the new name. Being part of the Schaeffler group also means that we are part of a leading maintenance products and services provider. 
Furthermore, the continuation of the product brand BETEX as a word mark within the Schaeffler portfolio will be a next step in this process. Currently, there will be no changes, and we will of course keep you up to date in due time.

In order to facilitate the correct processing of all administrative documents and tasks we kindly ask you to use the new company name in all correspondence and official documents.

Checklist

To make sure you adjust everything in your administration, we have prepared a checklist. You can download it here.

We thank all our business partners for their continuous support in the past and look forward to continuing our business under our new name.

Do you have any questions or need more information? If so, please contact us at:

T +31 578 668000

marketing.smt@schaeffler.com

Best regards,

Henk van Essen

Managing Director Schaeffler Smart Maintenance Tools BV

Heating bearings with the BETEX SLF series

Precise bearing heating for the purpose of correct mounting and a heating process which is properly controlled. Things that “simply” have to be in place. The assembly and disassembly of bearings happens daily. The “classic” and still widely used methods such as an oven, heating plate, burner, open fire and oil bath are still applied on a daily basis. Obviously, these are not efficient and certainly not bearing-friendly.

If we take a more critical look at one of those classic methods, in this case open fire, there is a very good chance that the bearing will get too hot. These high temperatures will change the structure of the bearing, or the grease inside the bearing will burn. Damage to the bearing is thus caused before it is even assembled! The solution for this is heating by using the right induction device. This ensures controlled heating to the set temperature that will maintain the condition of the bearings.
 

Measuring temperature difference

With the BETEX SLF heater (Smart Low Frequency) you can heat bearings very precisely and in a controlled manner. This is because it features a Delta-T (ΔT) function. Thanks to this function, it is possible to use 2 temperature sensors to measure the temperature on the inside and outside of a workpiece. In this way, the maximum set temperature difference between 2 points can never be exceeded. As a result, you achieve even and uniform heating and avoid material stress.

On the job with the SLF

Picture this... A bearing has broken down in a paper mill and needs to be replaced. Using the SLF, you have heated the new bearing to the correct specifications in a controlled manner after which it can be mounted. Later, the customer asks for proof that the bearing was heated correctly. The log function allows you to display a graph showing the temperature build-up. You can always trace how long and to what temperature a (critical) bearing has been heated!
 

How to export the log data?

To create a log file, simply enter your name and the description of the workpiece. The logged data can then be exported to a USB flash drive with 1 press of the screen after the heating process.

More about the BETEX SLF series

Schaeffler Smart Maintenance the new name for Bega…

Since July 2021, Bega International / Bega Special Tools has belonged to the Schaeffler Group. Meanwhile, this integration has entered the next phase and the name has been changed to Schaeffler Smart Maintenance Tools BV.

This name change is an important step in our strategy and we are proud to announce it to you now!

You can read the official announcement in the letter you will find under this link.

Although the name has changed, our business activities remain fundamentally the same and all contracts with existing customers, suppliers and other business partners remain unchanged, with corresponding obligations and rights assumed under the new name. We thank all our relations and partners for their continued support in the past and look forward to a successful cooperation under our new name in the future.

Do you have any questions or would like more information? Please contact us at:

 
T +31 578 668000
E marketing.smt@schaeffler.com

Safer and quicker with the BETEX HXPM 150T

Inspecting bearings, couplings and gears and replacing them where necessary. This is daily work for one of our valued customer, a service provider. They do this in a wide variety of situations. From DC motors in paper mills to turbogenerators in power plants, and everything in between.

We were recently asked to look together with them at their disassembly process. They were keen to make the process more efficient and challenged us to come up with a suitable solution.

Where did they run into during their disassembly process?

• A lot of time was required for assembly and therefore for the entire disassembly process; this could take up to as much as 16 hours(!).

• There was a high risk of damaging the surrounding components and the workpiece by using open flames. At the same time staff safety was not optimal either.

• They could not give their customers an exact price calculation due to frequently occurring unforeseen circumstances.

The former situation:

Our solution:

To make this process faster and safer, we recommended the BETEX HXPM 150T. With this hydraulic pulley puller it is possible to disassemble all kinds of drive components such as couplings, bearings, gears, etc.

Some advantages of the BETEX HXPM 150T:

• A spread from 300 to max.1650 mm is possible.

• No open fire is used, which is safer for the personnel, prevents unnecessary damage to (surrounding) components and is also far more environmental friendly.

• The 3 arms are self-centering; they move inwards or outwards simultaneously, therefore they have a better grip which reduces the risk of damage.

• Easily maneuverable, height adjustable, equipped with casters and operated by one person. (by remote control)

The BETEX HXPM 150T:

The result:

“Safe and damage-free work” is mentioned as the biggest benefit. The cost of this investment can be recouped within 1 year in this case by saving time and reducing damage.

• With the new puller, the same job can be done in 30 minutes. That's 97% faster than before!

• Our customer can now calculate much more accurately, so their customers also benefit. No more post-calculation due to unexpected setbacks. Customer satisfaction throughout the value chain!

More about the HXPM 150T

Bega wins Bemas Innovation Award 2024

Bega Special Tools has won the BEMAS Innovation Award 2024 on March 20^th. The BEMAS Innovation award is a recognition for the innovative digital character and the relevance of a new solution, product or service in the field of maintenance and asset management.
This certificate was handed out by BEMAS - Belgian Maintenance Association vzw-aslb to Bega Special Tools as the winner of the three innovation cases, presented on the trade fair Maintenance 2024 in Antwerp, Belgium. The evaluation was done by an independent jury of maintenance and asset management professionals.
According to the jury the Betex MF-Generator 3.0 - 3.5kW "a direct hit, aimed at high precision maintenance."

Click here to see the award ceremony on YouTube (in Dutch)

For more information on the Betex MF-generator 3.0 – 3.5 KW please visit the product page.

Bega Special Tools is off course really proud on winning this award and for the recognition. “This is for us a stimulus to continue our development”.

Introduction of new MF-Generator 3.0 - 3.5kW

Press release

Vaassen, September 2022

Bega Special Tools introduces new portable multifunctional induction heater

Bega Special Tools introduces the MF Quick-Heater 3.0-3.5 kW, a new portable multifunctional induction heater with a maximum output of 3.5 kW. This brand new model is part of the MF Quick-heater 3.0 series, for industrial heating of all types of ferromagnetic parts. The heaters are used for assembly, disassembly and preheating. Weighing only 7.85 kg and sized to fit into a small carrying case, this powerful device offers solutions for difficult conditions where other systems are not usable.

The generator is combined with a flexible inductor that can be wrapped in or around a workpiece. It heats parts very quickly or very controlled, depending on the application: disassembly or assembly. Examples of applications are bearings, sleeves, gears, inner rings, etc. The heater is easy to use (just connect to mains 230V) with 4 different heating modes. 2 temperature sensors allow measuring the internal and external temperature of a workpiece. When this Delta-T function is enabled, the maximum set temperature difference between 2 points can never be exceeded. Smart electronics ensure optimal operating frequency. The heating process is displayed on a 4.3-inch touchscreen. A log function can save or export data via the USB connection.

Induction heating: a highly efficient and environmentally friendly method for industrial heating applications

There are many other reasons to consider induction heating compared to conventional methods. Heating is controlled, fast and energy-efficient. The quality of work is better, it increases machine up-time. Since there is no open fire, there is no polluting smoke or noise. Personal safety is also an important consideration. 

The MF Quick-Heater consists of a generator MF 3.0-3.5kW, 230V; two magnetic temperature sensors; a pair of heat-resistant gloves; flexible coils, available in optional lengths of 5m, 7.5m and 10m, for a maximum temperature of 180°C.

For more info: MF-Generator 3.0 - 3.5kW >

Schaeffler and Bega combine their expertise to grow…

This newsletter contains a press release from the Schaeffler Group. We are proud to share this great news. Should you have any questions please feel free to contact us.

It is important for you to know that Bega, including the BETEX product brand, will be and remain an independent entity, within the Schaeffler Group. Our current activities will continue as usual, with the addition of products that Bega will supply to Schaeffler, using the Schaeffler brand name.

Henk van Essen

Managing Director 

Bega Special Tools 

PRESS RELEASE

Schaeffler acquires BEGA International B.V.

The acquisition expands Schaeffler's range of mounting and dismounting products for rolling bearings

100 % stake acquired through share purchase agreement signed on 28 July 2021

Important step in the expansion of Schaeffler's service activities as part of its "Roadmap 2025" strategy 

SCHWEINFURT | 30 July, 2021 | Schaeffler has acquired BEGA International B.V. (Bega), a leading manufacturer of special tools for the assembly and disassembly of rolling bearings. The acquisition marks another step in the expansion of Schaeffler's lifecycle service portfolio. Access to the IIoT platform created for Schaeffler's OPTIME condition monitoring solution also opens up new opportunities for Bega's intelligent maintenance tools. Customers will also benefit. They w