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Reliable products for all bearing positions in precision applications

"The magic is always in the details."

Certain applications require slewing bearings to have a particularly high degree of precision under exceptional operating conditions. For example, they may be used in or for observing space, or for the safety of patients during a medical examination. In these forms of application, the focus is on precision as well as absolute reliability in operation, even under tough environments.

For the necessary development work, we have the world's largest research center for slewing bearings at Rothe Erde. The high quality and documentation requirements are ensured by a certified quality management system.

Applications in precision applications

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Machine tools and production technology

Machine tools and production technology require bearings that can withstand the high demands of the machines. Our products meet the requirements placed on bearing arrangements in faceplates, tool changers, turntables, and robotics.
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Medical technology

Machine tools and production technology require bearings that can withstand the high demands of the machines. Our products meet the requirements placed on bearing arrangements in faceplates, tool changers, turntables, and robotics.
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Aeronautics and aerospace

rothe erde® slewing bearings, slewing drives, and rings are among the most important components not only on land but also in the air. They are used, for example, in space shuttles or in civil aviation.

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Antennae and telescopes

To ensure safety on Earth, telescopes and antennas have to deliver flawless results, even in difficult weather conditions. It is therefore all the more important that the installed bearing solutions work precisely and reliably. You can rely on solutions from Rothe Erde.

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Scanners

Our slewing bearings are installed in medical scanners or even baggage scanners. Our solutions include double-row wire tilted roller bearings, crossed roller bearings, or radial roller bearings.
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Military engineering

Products in military technology must be particularly robust against extreme conditions. For this reason, we adhere to strict military norms and quality standards in the design and manufacture of our products.
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Nuclear engineering

In nuclear technology, Rothe Erde builds components for reactor covers, fuel handling systems, and also dismantling technology. Typical bearing solutions are four-point bearings, single-row wire-race ball bearings, and others.

Our product portfolio

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rothe erde® slewing bearings

a rothe erde® slee drive

rothe erde® slew drives

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rothe erde® rings

a rolling bearing

psl® rolling bearings

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