We develop and manufacture high-precision special bearing systems and precision components for aircraft engines, helicopters and space applications, as well as for special applications with high performance requirements (such as turbochargers) or high reliability requirements (such as medical technology). In addition, we offer customers bearing diagnostics and repair services, enabling them to benefit from lower life-cycle costs and high reliability equivalent to that of new bearings.

System supplier for a wide range of bearing applications

Our products are widely used in the aerospace industry. Our global customer base, including renowned manufacturers of components for aircraft engines, helicopters, turbopumps, space systems and medical technology, appreciates not only the quality of our manufactured products, but also the innovative solutions we propose for new developments. In terms of the materials and designs used, we are a highly reliable system supplier for special bearing applications. In addition to developing special bearings, Schaeffler Aerospace also provides complex, highly integrated bearing systems and mechatronic units, including the associated sensor systems.

● Aircraft engines

● Airbus helicopters

● Turbopumps for space propulsion

Extremely high reliability under extreme conditions

Our rolling bearing systems with associated integrated components are used in the manufacture of aircraft and aerospace vehicles, improving performance, safety and reliability while reducing costs. These components can also withstand extremely low or high temperatures, weightlessness and strong acceleration forces: 

● Various jet engine bearing designs

● Helicopter bearings

● Aerospace bearings

● Thin-section bearings