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Waukesha Bearings Unveils Innovative NordAlign Bearing for Wind Turbine Main Shafts

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  • Waukesha Bearings, part of Dover Precision Components & Dover, announced the launch of the NordAlign™ bearing designed for wind turbine main shafts.
  • The technology aims to enhance turbine reliability, reduce maintenance costs, & streamline installation.
  • Tilt pads dynamically adjust to radial & axial shaft movements to optimize load distribution & extend lifespan.
  • Bearing pads can be replaced uptower, eliminating the need for expensive jack-up vessels & cranes.
  • The modular design scales for larger turbines & features an optimized pad shape for easy integration in retrofits or new applications.
  • Waukesha Bearings utilizes its TruTech® engineered polymer to maximize wear resistance in harsh operating environments.
  • NordAlign bearings perform across various conditions including assembly, low-speed idling, & extreme events.
  • Waukesha Bearings is a global leader in fluid film bearings, magnetic bearing systems, & seal technologies serving oil & gas, power generation, & industrial markets.
  • Dover Precision Components provides performance-critical solutions through brands including Waukesha Bearings, Bearings Plus, Inpro/Seal, FW Murphy, & Cook Compression.
  • Dover is a diversified manufacturer with over $8 billion in annual revenue, headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois, trading on the NYSE as DOV.