Schaeffler showcases wind-turbine bearings and 20 MW test rig at Hamburg expo
At WindEnergy Hamburg 2026, Schaeffler presents wind-turbine bearings, greases, and a test rig for 20 MW-class systems to boost reliability and efficiency.
- >20 MW
- 2025
- more than a decade
What Happened
Schaeffler will present its wind energy portfolio at WindEnergy Hamburg 2026, held September 22–25, at Hall B5, Booth 333. The company says its components, system solutions, and services support the entire wind value chain, and it highlights its strong position in the global wind power bearing market. Schaeffler's technologies are designed for maximum reliability, high power density, and sustainable operation.
“As wind turbines continue to grow in size and power, reliability is crucial. What matters is not the next record-breaking machine, but excellence in innovation, technology, manufacturing and logistics – capabilities that drive sustainable economic success and enable our customers to succeed.”
Schaeffler introduces the global Wind Power Standard (WPOS) to ensure consistent quality for wind bearings.
Schaeffler commissions a high-performance test rig for rotor bearings in Lindø, Denmark, capable of testing bearings for systems over 20 MW.
Schaeffler exhibits its wind energy solutions at WindEnergy Hamburg in Hall B5, Booth 333.
- Robust X-life quality bearings for spur gear stages in parallel-shaft gearboxes, ensuring efficient operation under changing wind and load conditions.
- Adjusted bearing arrangements for compact multi-megawatt rotor bearings, supported by the Premesy preload measurement system to maintain correct preload.
- G-series deep groove ball bearings for generators with a steel cage instead of machined brass, reducing friction and improving relubrication capability and grease capacity.
- Arcanol LOAD400 and LOAD460 greases for main bearings, protecting against wear, corrosion, and moisture.
“We support our partners along the entire value chain – from the first product sketch through development and production to maintenance during operation. We are a wind turbine bearing supplier with a truly global footprint. This unique characteristic ensures global availability for customers while securing shorter delivery and response times in every market worldwide, at the same time considering r”
Schaeffler's Closed Loop Engineering approach supports wind turbine and gearbox manufacturers through state-of-the-art system simulation, realistic test-bench testing, and field measurement campaigns. The Lindø test rig allows bearings to be tested in their original size and surrounding structure, including lubrication and sealing, even for systems exceeding 20 MW. The company also notes that its global production footprint and the Wind Power Standard help secure availability and delivery reliability in every region.
Why this matters
As wind turbines grow bigger, their bearings must handle higher loads without failing. Schaeffler's testing and product innovations aim to prevent breakdowns and extend service life, which can lower maintenance costs and make wind energy more reliable and affordable. This affects turbine and gearbox manufacturers, wind farm operators, and ultimately electricity customers, as dependable components help wind power compete with other energy sources.
Terms in This Story
- Closed Loop Engineering
- A development process that uses feedback from real-world monitoring, testing, and simulation to continuously improve a product's design and performance.
- X-life quality
- An enhanced quality standard for bearings that aims to provide longer service life and higher load capacity.
- Preload
- The force applied to a bearing to remove internal clearance, ensuring stable operation and proper load distribution.
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