(August 16, 2011)



F.L.T.R: Malcolm Williams - Machined Seals Technician, Gail Taylor - Machine Seals Sales Representative and André Weyers - Product Manager - Seals

SKF acquired Economos, the recognised global market leader in machined seals technology, in May 2006. Their unique market knowledge-driven business model, coupled with material, design and product portfolio, have since become a significant complement for a stronger SKF seals platform product and solutions portfolio.

The resultant success stories of providing a wide range of product offerings and effective sealing solutions to customers globally have contributed to the growth and competitiveness of SKF's five technology platforms - bearings, lubrication systems, seals, mechatronics and services - stronger than ever before.

After almost five years, it is now the appropriate time to transition to the next vital yet fundamental competitive step. As a global and leading knowledge engineering company, SKF likes to offer easy access to the company's expertise in machined sealing solutions, under the SKF brand and identity - hence, from mid 2011, ECONOMOS products, services and solutions are sold under the SKF brand only.

The benefits customers have come to appreciate while working with Economos will not change. They can still rely on SKF to apply the highest service quality standards, products and solutions. Established Economos contacts will continue to provide customers in South Africa with consultation, application and product selection support. In addition, the following benefits can be highlighted:

Easy access to combined offers with integrated design from SKF's technology platforms. This includes consultancy to identify the optimised machined sealing solutions for your business needs.
One global provider of expertise for many essential and critical industry applications, ranging from machine tools, food & beverage, oil & gas and off-highway vehicles to wind energy turbines and heavy industrial machinery, among others.

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