HCP Sense
is the first manufacturer to offer an economical sensor solution for real-time collection of crucial data for process monitoring and predictive maintenance. The sensor measures and analyzes the load and the lubrication condition of rolling bearings.
Our unique technology lets your standard bearing turn into a sensor!
Our products are already being implemented for various customer applications and successful test phases have been completed.
Our sensor does not require any design changes: it is a non-invasive measurement method for measuring loads and lubrication in rolling bearings.
Read more about the successful collaboration with our partners
Cause of damage - unknown
Measurements on the test bench often do not reflect the real application. Thus, the causes of roller bearing damage often remains unknown.
High costs and reconstruction efforts
Conventional force sensors are difficult to integrate into machines and require hardware adjustments. This in turn is associated with a long project duration and high costs.
Loss of energy
20 % of global energy consumption is lost through friction. Taking Germany as an example, this equates to the electricity generated by all coal-fired power stations. One reason for this is losses due to incorrect lubrication.
Our solution
The HCP Sense sensor monitors forces, lubrication and damage in bearings by measuring electrical impedance.
Our technology works with any bearing, from small deep groove ball bearings to plain bearings and spherical roller bearings for heavy industry.
The processing and visualisation of the data is customer-specific. There is no “one size fits all” here, because every application deserves an individually optimised data analysis.
The challenges of our customers are our opportunity
Determinate the actual
load and lubrication
Reduce energy consumption
while fighting climate change
Optimisation of the operating strategy
Protect machinery and improve quality
Prevent bearing damage
and save maintenance costs
Predict remaining lifespan
Improve configuration
and
validate simulation models
Simple and economical:
our sensor is the best integrable solution for your system.
With HCP Sense technology you get the following advantages:
Low construction effort
Easy integration into both existing and new machinery programs
Damage prevention instead of just damage prediction
Increase availability and efficiency in all types of processes. Increase in machine and plant safety
Low engineering effort
The use of standard bearings does not change the basic design
Low complexity
Only the electrical contacting must be integrated. Basically, a thin cable with a tip is laid
High economic efficiency
Reduce costs by preventing damage and extending lubrication intervals
Increased quality
By monitoring lubrication conditions and loads
No design changes
From standard bearing to sensor
Stationary measurement technology
The HCP Sense pillow block with integrated LubSecure technology allows you to continuously monitor the lubrication in your pillow block bearings. Lubrication failure is the cause of 80% of bearing damage. Hence, we help you to prevent cost-intensive downtime through timely and needs-based relubrication. Thus, you can be able to reduce your lubricant consumption and the number of maintenance interventions without having to accept the risk of bearing damage.
Your
advantages
Reduce downtimes
by up to 80%
Reduce lubrication costs
Relubricate only when needed
Reduce maintenance and repair costs
Lubrication is an important means of optimising the durability and energy consumption of machines. With our technology, you can monitor lubrication directly in your products, prototypes and test stands during operation. Thus, you can be able to draw conclusions for optimisation with regard to load capacity and durability. Our service includes project planning, installation, as well as carrying out and analysing the measurements. Optimising the choice of lubricant and operating strategy reduces friction and energy consumption. Hence, it leads to a significant increase in the product’s lifespan.
Your
advantages
Increasing efficiency through optimised lubrication configuration
Monitoring of initial surface changes
Qualification of lubricants
Understanding of damage causes
Optimisation of the lubricant selection
Optimisation of the operating strategy
Together, we transform your standard bearings into sensors for lubrication, load and condition. No additional – and therefore vulnerable – measurement technology and no redesign. Your application-specific expertise paired with our technology results in the best possible customised solution, precisely tailored to your needs.
Your
advantages
Minimise the risk of failure
Reduce maintenance costs
Increase efficiency
Avoid lubricant waste
The HCP Sense pillow block with integrated LubSecure technology allows you to continuously monitor the lubrication in your pillow block bearings. Lubrication failure is the cause of 80% of bearing damage. Hence, we help you to prevent cost-intensive downtime through timely and needs-based relubrication. Thus, you can be able to reduce your lubricant consumption and the number of maintenance interventions without having to accept the risk of bearing damage.
Your
advantages
Reduce downtimes
by up to 80%
Reduce lubrication costs
Relubricate only when needed
Reduce maintenance and repair costs
Lubrication is an important means of optimising the durability and energy consumption of machines. With our technology, you can monitor lubrication directly in your products, prototypes and test stands during operation. Thus, you can be able to draw conclusions for optimisation with regard to load capacity and durability. Our service includes project planning, installation, as well as carrying out and analysing the measurements. Optimising the choice of lubricant and operating strategy reduces friction and energy consumption. Hence, it leads to a significant increase in the product’s lifespan.
Your
advantages
Increasing efficiency through optimised lubrication configuration
Monitoring of initial surface changes
Qualification of lubricants
Understanding of damage causes
Optimisation of the lubricant selection
Optimisation of the operating strategy
Together, we transform your standard bearings into sensors for lubrication, load and condition. No additional – and therefore vulnerable – measurement technology and no redesign. Your application-specific expertise paired with our technology results in the best possible customised solution, precisely tailored to your needs.