to get the best life possible out of 
the component.
Most manufacturers will provide a 
warranty, but it varies depending on 
the remanufacturing programme being 
used and should be confirmed as part of 
the quotation.
For example, bearings remanufactured 
through SKF or Schaeffler are currently 
supplied with a 24-month warranty.
Which bearing types can be 
remanufactured?
Remanufacturing is usually most 
commercially attractive for larger, 
higher-value bearings, specialist designs 
and bearings with long replacement 
lead times.
A small, readily available standard 
bearing will rarely make economic sense 
to remanufacture. In contrast, a large 
bearing with a lengthy manufacturing lead 
time could be an excellent candidate. 
Suitability is not determined by size alone. 
Bearing design, condition, application, 
previous damage and the cost of the 
required work must all be considered.
More than a replacement part
Remanufacturing gives 
distributors another option when 
a new bearing can’t meet the 
customer’s budget or timescale. 
It can help retain valuable business, 
demonstrate technical expertise and 
strengthen customer relationships 
through practical problem solving.
It also provides customers with a 
credible alternative to waiting for a new 
bearing or relying on an uncontrolled 
repair. By combining product supply with 
manufacturer-approved remanufacturing 
and technical support, distributors 
can help customers reduce costs and 
downtime while working towards their 
sustainability goals.
 
For ACORN®, this means giving 
distribution partners the products, 
expertise and support needed to find the 
right answer for their customers, even 
when buying new is not the best option.
Contact here:
+44 1709 789 999 
sales@acorn-ind.co.uk 
www.acorn-ind.co.uk
Suitability is not determined by size alone
Bearing remanufacturing in progress
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