End of Life Solution for Used Grease with SKF

Currently, customers are handling the grease disposal phase themselves through conventional waste management practices, specifically incineration. It is classified as hazardous waste and provides no value for the customers, with the burning of the residual grease from bearing lubrication also posing negative environmental consequences. There is an opportunity for SKF to create value by offering a solution that addresses the disposal or reuse of used grease, either on or off-site, increasing the comprehensiveness of SKF service proposition. The goal of the requested solution is to expand the service offering while minimizing the environmental impacts. For example, solutions that focus on reconditioning the grease for reuse through e.g., conditioning processes, additives, batch treatments, or even conversion into other raw materials are of interest. 

The sought-after solution aims to create value for customers by more effectively managing the disposal of used grease or extending its life span through reuse or alternative methods. Rather than only enabling the technology, the infrastructure of the solution should also be considered. Innovations in this function would contribute to reducing the CO2 footprint and offer cost savings in hazardous waste management. This would open up new opportunities to extend the service offering of SKFs business and have a positive impact on the environment & the brand. 

SKF is the world’s largest bearing manufacturer, with 17,000 distributors in 130 countries. As a leader in our field, we can offer you a significant reference for your solution and a chance to make a real impact at a large scale. Collaborating with SKF in addressing the challenges with grease waste disposal not only presents an opportunity to contribute to a greener future but also to expand your company’s market presence and industry knowledge. We want to work together and provide you with valuable learnings, enabling your company further opportunities within the industry.