What can ZWA do for the bearings you have used

When a bearing reaches the end of its working life, it doesn’t have to be discarded without providing further value.

Two options for dealing with end-of-life bearings are outlined below.

1-Reconditioning

ZWA offer a reconditioning service for larger bearings. A used bearing is thoroughly cleaned and a detailed report prepared on its condition and the required work required to bring it back to an as-new functional condition. Generally a reconditioned bearing will consist of a combination of remachined components of the original bearing and new components to give the correct clearances.

Reconditioning is generally more economical than manufacture of new bearings, depending upon the amount of work required to the subject bearing, for the following bearings:

01 Series: 320mm bore size and over

02 Series: 320mm bore size and over

03 Series: 160mm bore size and over

04 Series: all sizes

Thrust bearings: all sizes

ZWA are also able to recondition radial and thrust cylindrical bearings of non-ZWA manufacture.

2-Failure analysis

ZWA offer a failure analysis service for all sizes of bearing, of any age. Where appropriate, we will offer advice on fitting practices, lubrication regime, or modifications to the mounting arrangements to help improve future bearing life.

Bearings sent for analysis may be reconditioned, recycled or returned as appropriate.

Please inform ZWA if you wish to use this service, before returning bearings to one of our sites. A small charge may be made depending on requirements.