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Case Study: How Overseas Clients Cut Bearing Costs by 40%
August 1, 2025
Overseas operators often hesitate to switch bearing suppliers—until they see the numbers. From South African mines to U.S. rental yards, Dongye Yulin Bearings has delivered measurable savings by focusing on durability and low maintenance. Here are 2 client stories with verified data.
The Problem: A 50t excavator’s boom bearings failed every 3 months due to rock impacts, costing $8,000/month in downtime and parts. The Solution: Switched to Dongye’s Y-Series spherical roller bearings with:
2. U.S. Rental Fleet: 40% Less Maintenance Labor
Pre-filled long-life grease (lasts 4,000 hours)
Self-lubricating seals (no manual greasing needed)
Compatible with Cat/Volvo mounting specs The Result:
Eliminated 80 hours/month of lubrication labor
Reduced grease purchases by $6,000/year
Equipment availability increased by 15% (more rental days)
“For small fleets, labor savings make all the difference,” says the fleet owner. “We’re now standardizing on Dongye for all new units.”