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SKF to Build Factory to Meet Rail Industry Needs in Russia

SKF will build a factory near Moscow in Russia for taper bearing units to supply the Russian railway market.
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The construction of the new factory will start in September 2008 and will be in operation by April 2010. The factory will also have a channel dedicated to the reconditioning of bearings.
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The plant will employ about 150.
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SKF reports that Russia is transitioning from cylindrical roller bearings and axlebox designs to taper bearing units. This shift to pre-lubricated taper bearing units is driven by an objective to obtain longer maintenance intervals and lower lifecycle costs," SKF ...
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SKF will build a factory near Moscow in Russia for taper bearing units to supply the Russian railway market.
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The construction of the new factory will start in September 2008 and will be in operation by April 2010. The factory will also have a channel dedicated to the reconditioning of bearings.
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The plant will employ about 150.
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SKF reports that Russia is transitioning from cylindrical roller bearings and axlebox designs to taper bearing units. This shift to pre-lubricated taper bearing units is driven by an objective to obtain longer maintenance intervals and lower lifecycle costs,” SKF said.

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