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PEO PLE • P LAC ES • PRODUCTS • POTEN T IAL SKF introduces new entry level Tachometer – TKRT 10 T he TKRT 10 is SKF’s new entry level tachometer, enabling fast and accurate contact and non-contact speed measurement of rotating objects and surface speeds. Wide speed range and diverse measurement modes make the TKRT 10 suitable for measuring speed in many applications,” continues Gething. The TKRT 10 is equipped with a laser and a range of contact adapters. It is a versatile instrument and suits many different applications. Its laser can be used for safe and quick, non-contact rotational speed measurements at distances up to 0.5 m (20 in). “The SKF TKRT 10 tachometer uses either laser or contact measurement for determining rotational and linear speed,” states Steve Gething, SKF Business development manager Reliability Systems. The measurement range goes from 20,000 rpm for contact measurements using one of the three adapters supplied, up to 99,999 rpm in non-contact laser mode. “The laser optical system allows easy and quick measurement at a safe distance from rotating machinery. SKF South Africa - Celebrating 100 Years of Innovative Solutions Commercial Vehicle Solutions Since the birth of the trucking industry, SKF bearings have set the gold standard for performance in engines, gearboxes, drivetrains and wheel ends. SKF have pioneered many industry firsts, from unitised truck hubs to advanced sealing systems that have redefined expectations for component service life. Today, with extensive expertise, SKF is able to take a systems approach to design to keep you at the forefront of developing technologies. SKF South Africa is celebrating 100 years of innovative solutions during 2014. Drawing on five areas of competence and application-specific expertise (bearings and units, seals, lubrication systems, mechatronics and a wide range of services), SKF brings innovative solutions to OEMs and production facilities in every major industry worldwide. The Power of Knowledge Engineering SKF South Africa (Pty) Limited Tel: +27 11 821 3500, Fax: +27 86 677 7876 Email: [email protected], Web: www.skf.co.za | logistics in action 85 september 2014