- Hydrodynamic Lubrication (HDL) – HDL conditions exist when a gas or liquid film completely separates moving surfaces and there is no solid-to-solid contact. Example: automotive main bearings.
- ElastoHydrodynamic Lubrication (EHL) In the EHL regime, a complete oil film remains between two surfaces in elastic deformation. High localized pressures cause the oil to ‘solidify.’ Examples: ball or roller bearings.
- Boundary Lubrication (BL) – Under conditions of high loads or temperatures, low sliding velocities and rough sliding surfaces, BL conditions prevail. Example: screw threads.
Each of these lubrication regimes imposes unique requirements on the lubricant. Understanding the interaction of the metallurgy, the nature of machined surfaces, wear mechanisms and the lubricant in use is critical to answering complex tribological problems industry faces every day! If the lubrication in your system is mineral or synthetic oil, solid or gas, GG can help you with your tribology needs.
Lubricant analysis is one of the most important methods to monitor the condition of your vehicle/machinery in identifying potential failures before they occur. Proper lubrication of machinery is the single most significant contributor to the long, problem-free life of your machinery. It is estimated that globally, 75% of all bearing failures are due to lubrication issues. Whether these failures are caused by contamination or just the wrong lubricant, the value of proper lubrication cannot be overstated.
Our lubricant condition monitoring (LCM) services will help you to avoid machinery failure by the utilization of our machine operation and lubrication performance program and compatibility studies, filter debris and deposit characterizations, tribology studies and root cause failure analysis program. We will assess your lubrication needs and set up your personalized lubricant analysis schedule. Thousands of companies rely on such in-depth testing and research capabilities. Identifying the fundamental source of lubricating related problems quickly and accurately saves you millions of dollars in needless downtime and expenses.
Analysis of lubricating oil, greases and hydraulic fluids gives a fast and accurate picture of what is happening inside vehicles engines, power generators, gear drives, chain drives, compressors, hydraulic systems and other critical machines. It also yields vital information on the condition of the oil itself. In vehicles/machinery, the beginnings of breakdown occur hundreds of operating hours before the breakdown itself. When components are misaligned, overloaded beyond recommended operating capacity, camshaft out of balance, improperly fastened, or running with contaminated or inadequate lubricant, minute particles of metal are generated as the moving parts start to be in contact. Lube analysis will detect these microscopic wear particles long before your equipment starts to vibrate, heat up, or show observable signs of wear. Analysis also evaluates the oils ability to seal, cool, clean and lubricate, as well as detect contamination by water, coolant, other fluids or particles. Effective monitoring of lube oil allows maintenance to be scheduled efficiently, minimizing the risk of damage to expensive plants and vehicles and avoiding unscheduled downtime.
We consider lubricant analysis to be an important part of any preventive maintenance program on vehicle/machinery fleet. Engine oil, transmission oil, gear oil, hydraulic oil, engine coolant, fuel and grease analysis reports including samples analyzed by our partners are seamlessly accessible from FleetMan® – our online fleet and asset management software for trending wear data and an “early warning” of potential issues.
A responsive, state-of-the-art lube condition monitoring service:
Testing combines the expertise of diagnostic engineers with the latest techniques for analyzing lubricating oil, grease and hydraulic fluids. Both the physical and chemical characteristics of oil are checked, yielding information on the wear of metals, contaminants and the oil itself.
We are able to outsource sampling for you through our partner laboratories. Samples can be couriered to our partner laboratories with routine turnaround time of 48 to 72 hours of receipt of the sample. We have partnered with industrial laboratories that comply with the latest QSHE standards and are all accredited industry leaders.
During fluid test analysis, GG lubricant condition monitoring (LCM) service will notify you immediately of any “alert” situations by phone, in order that you can take immediate action.
Our partners can provide state of the art tribology analysis for you to better understand the causes of component failure. Additionally, we can train your staff on how to use the LCM program. Discover how lubricant condition monitoring from GG can support more efficient maintenance of your equipment.
SPECTROCHEMICAL ANALYSIS
Spectrochemical Oil Analysis is a method used to analyze and identify trace metals. The identification of these trace metals contained in an oil sample taken from a piece of equipment is of prime importance in Condition Monitoring. These trace metals indicate the relative wear condition of lubricated equipment parts. Typically, an Atomic Emission Spectrometer is used to identify common wear metals, contaminants and inorganic additives found in lubricants. This analysis is typically both rapid and inexpensive.
COMMON SOURCES OF TRACE METALS WEAR METALS
Wear metals are the result of components in the system making contact and creating an undesirable wear regime. Common sources of wear metals are:
- Iron – Cylinders, liners, pistons, rings, valves, valve guides, anti-friction bearings, gear train, accessory gear drives, shafts, clutch plates, rust.
- Aluminum – Pistons, bearings, blower/turbos, pump vanes, thrust washers.
- Chromium – Compression rings, chromate from cooling system, antifriction bearings, shafts.
- Copper – Bearings, bushings, thrust washers, valve guides, injector shields, oil cooler core tubes, some clutches. Additive in some oils, antiseize and gasket compounds.
- Lead – Bearings, platings, leaded gear lubes, leaded gasoline.
- Tin – Bearings, platings.
- Nickel – Shafts, valves, anti-friction bearings.
- Silver – Silver solder, wrist pin bushings (EMD).
- Vanadium – By-products of heavy fuel oil and occasionally a wear metal.
CONTAMINANTS
Contaminants are usually the result of outside ingression of undesirable elements in the oil.
- Silicon – Sand, dirt, dust. Also contained as Silicone in new oil as anti-foam agent in low concentrations, as well as anti-freeze and gasket sealing compounds.
- Sodium – Contained in some new oils. Also contamination from antifreeze, salt water.
- Boron – A contamination from antifreeze. Is also used as an additive is some gear oil formulations.
ADDITIVE METALS
We also measure certain metallic elements that are found as additives in a variety of lubricating oils. The primary purpose of analyzing for these additives is to ensure that the appropriate additives are present and that there are no other inorganic additives that indicate that cross contamination has occurred. Performing an analysis on the fresh unused lubricant will show which additives are there and which are not. Subsequent oil samples can be compared to this baseline.
- Zinc – Is a component of the lubricant additive ZDDP (zinc dithiodialkylphosphate), which is an anti-wear (AW) additive for hydraulic oils, engine oils, transmission fluids and some circulating oils.
- Phosphorus – Is the other component of the lubricant additive ZDDP (zinc dithiodialkylphosphate), which is an anti-wear (AW) additive for hydraulic oils, engine oils, transmission fluids and some circulating oils. Phosphorus can also be present in some turbine type oils and gear oils as an anti-scuff additive.
- Calcium – Engine oils, hydraulic oils, transmission fluids and some circulating oils contain calcium in the form of calcium sulfonate or calcium phenate. It is formulated to act as a detergent /dispersant.
- Barium and Magnesium – These inorganic additives are sometimes used in place of/or combined with calcium for the same purpose.
- Molybdenum – Most often molybdenum is in the form of molybdenum disulfide, which is intended to act as a mechanical friction modifier.
- Cadmium – Contained in some new oils as an additive.
- Manganese – Contained in some new oils as an additive.
- Titanium – Contained in some alloys.
HOW IT WORKS
The oil sample is ionized in a control chamber; the light from this burning process is separated by a diffraction grating (much like a prism). Each element emits its own characteristic wavelength of light (energy). Photomultiplier tubes are positioned to collect this light from the specific metals. With the aid of a computer, the intensity of light is compared to a standard and converted to parts per million.
The value of emission spectroscopy is well known. With the results of this analysis, the laboratory can evaluate trends in wear rates, cross contamination with different lubricants (additives) and contamination from silicon (dirt) and coolant additives.
FERROGRAPHY
Condition Monitoring is imperative to proper machine functioning. The oils and lubricants in your machines constantly pick up particles, additives and contaminants as they course through the parts and gears. If enough of them accumulate, you could be looking at expensive maintenance or full replacement. That’s why proper Metals Analysis and Wear Particles Analysis is needed to accurately evaluate the condition of your oil.
Wear particle analysis is a powerful technique for non-intrusive examination of the oil-wetted parts of a machine. The particles contained in the lubricating oil carry detailed and important information about the machine. This is determined from particle shape, composition, size distribution and concentration. The particle characteristics are sufficiently specific to determine the operating wear mode within a machine, allowing the prediction of imminent problems. Action may be taken to correct the abnormal wear problem without overhaul. Alternatively, timely overhaul can prevent costly secondary damage and unexpected down-time.
DIRECT READING (DR) FERROGRAPHY
Experience shows that the entry point of the oil sample onto the ferrogram (where the largest particles are deposited) and a position some 5mm down from the entry (where 1-2 micron size particles are deposited) are the most sensitive locations for detecting a changing wear situation. The Direct Reading (DR) Ferrogram was designed to quantify particles in these two size ranges.
Analytical Ferrography – Detailed Morphological Wear Particle Analysis
Introduction
Analytical ferrography is among the most powerful diagnostic tools in oil analysis today. When implemented correctly it provides a tremendous return on your oil analysis money. Yet, it is frequently excluded from oil analysis programs because of its comparatively high price and a general misunderstanding of its value.
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t procedure is lengthy and requires the skill of a trained analyst. As such, there are significant costs in performing analytical ferrography not present in other oil analysis tests. But, if time is taken to fully understand what analytical ferrography uncovers, most agree that the benefits significantly outweigh the costs and elect to automatically incorporate it when abnormal wear is encountered.
Principle
In order to perform analytical ferrography the solid debris suspended in a lubricant is separated and systematically deposited onto a glass slide. The slide is examined under a microscope to distinguish particle size, concentration, composition, morphology and surface condition of the ferrous and non-ferrous wear particles.
This detailed examination, in effect, uncovers the mystery behind an abnormal wear condition by pinpointing component wear, how it was generated and often, the root cause.
Ferrogram
Analytical ferrography begins with the magnetic separation of machine wear debris from the lubricating oil in which it is suspended using a ferrogram slide maker (Figure 1). The lubricating oil sample is diluted for improved particle precipitation and adhesion. The diluted sample flows down a specially designed glass slide called a ferrogram. The ferrogram rests on a magnetic cylinder, which attracts ferrous particles out of the oil (Figure 2).
Due to the magnetic fluid, the ferrous particles align themselves in chains along the length of the slide with the largest particles being deposited at the entry point. Nonferrous particles and contaminants, unaffected by the magnetic field, travel downstream and are randomly deposited across the length of the slide. The deposited ferrous particles serve as a dyke in the removal of nonferrous particles. The absence of ferrous particles substantially reduces the effectiveness with which nonferrous particles are removed.
After the particles are deposited on the ferrogram, a wash is used to remove any remaining lubricant. The wash quickly evaporates and the particles are permanently attached to the slide. The ferrogram is now ready for optical examination using a bichromatic microscope.
Particle Identification
The ferrogram is examined under a polarized bichromatic microscope equipped with a digital camera. The microscope uses both reflected (top) and transmitted (bottom) light to distinguish the size, shape, composition and surface condition of ferrous and nonferrous particles (Figure 4). The particles are classified to determine the type of wear and its source.
Particle composition is first broken down to six categories: white nonferrous, copper, babbitt, contaminants, fibers and ferrous wear. In order to aid the identification of composition, the analyst will heat treat the slide for two minutes at 600ºF.
- White nonferrous particles, often aluminum or chromium, appear as bright white particles both before and after heat treatment of the slide. They are deposited randomly across the slide surface with larger particles getting collected against the chains of ferrous particles. The chains of ferrous particles typically act as a filter, collecting contaminants, copper particles and babbitt.
- Copper particles usually appear as bright yellow particles both before and after heat treatment but the surface may change to verdigris after heat treatment. These also will be randomly deposited across the slide surface with larger particles resting at the entry point of the slide and gradually getting smaller towards the exit point of the slide.
- Babbitt particles consisting of tin and lead, babbitt particles appear gray, sometimes with speckling before the heat treatment. After heat treatment of the slide, these particles still appear mostly gray, but with spots of blue and red on the mottled surface of the object. Also, after heat treatment these particles tend to decrease in size. Again, these nonferrous particles appear randomly on the slide, not in chains with ferrous particles.
- Contaminants are usually dirt (silica), and other particulates which do not change in appearance after heat treatment. They can appear as white crystals and are easily identified by the transmitted light source, that is, they are somewhat transparent. Contaminants appear randomly on the slide and are commonly dyked by the chains of ferrous particles.
- Fibers, typically from filters or outside contamination, are long strings that allow the transmitted light to shine through. They can appear in a variety of colors and usually do not change in appearance after heat treatment. Sometimes these particles can act as a filter, collecting other particles. They can appear anywhere on the ferrogram, however they tend to be washed towards the exit end.
Ferrous particles can be broken down to five different categories, high alloy, low alloy, dark metallic oxides, cast iron and red oxides. Large ferrous particles will be deposited on the entry end of the slide and often clump on top of the other. Ferrous particles are identified using the reflected light source on the microscope. Transmitted light will be totally blocked by the particle.
- High Alloy Steel – particles are found in chains on the slide and appear gray-white before and after heat treatment. The distinguishing factor in the identification between high alloy and white nonferrous is position on the slide. If it is white and appears in a chain, it’s deemed to be high alloy. Otherwise, it’s considered white nonferrous.
The frequency of high alloy on ferrograms is rare.
- Low Alloy Steel – particles are also found in chains and appear gray-white before heat treatment but then change color after heat treatment. After heat treatment they usually appear as blue particles but can also be pink or red.
- Dark Metallic Oxides – deposit in chains and appear dark gray to black both before and after heat treatment. The degree of darkness is indicative of the amount of oxidation.
- Cast Iron – particles appear gray before heat treatment and a straw yellow after the heat treatment. They are incorporated in chains amongst the other ferrous particles.
- Red Oxides (Rust) – polarized light readily identifies red oxides. Sometimes they can be found in chains with the other ferrous particles and sometimes they are randomly deposited on the slide surface. A large amount of small red oxides on the exit end of the slide is generally considered to be a sign of corrosive wear. It usually appears to the analyst as a “beach” of red sand.
OTHER TYPES OF WEAR IDENTIFIED
- Rubbing Wear
- Severe Sliding Wear
- Cutting Wear
- Rolling Element Fatigue (Rolling
- Element Bearings and Gear Systems)
- Fatigue Spalls
- Spheres
- Laminar Particles
These types of wear almost always precipitate out at the entry, and can range from 5 to 200 microns. Sources of roller bearing fatigue are often ultimately due to incidental abuse during installation or maintenance, poor lubrication, abrasive contamination, arcing, fretting, false brinelling or material / manufacturing defects. All of these cause deformations which cause fatigue. Some gear problems include high load / low speed, fatigue, misalignment, high speed / high load (sliding wear), abrasives and corrosion.
- Inorganic Contamination
- Organic Contamination
- Friction Polymers
- Solid Lubricant Additives
- Heat Treatment of Ferrous Metals
Our tribology experts can recognize which of many mechanisms of wear are occurring in a worn component and along with the analysis of the used lubricant will define the problem and suggest a solution.
Typical wear mechanisms include (but are not limited to);
- Scuffing
- Abrasion
- Corrosion
- Contact
- Fatigue
- Fretting
- Corrosion
- Electrical Damage
After classifying the composition of particles the analyst then rates the size of the particles using a micrometer scale on the microscope. Particles with a size of 30 microns or greater are given the rating of “severe” or “abnormal.” Severe wear is a definite sign of abnormal running conditions with the equipment being studied.
Often, the shape of a particle is another important clue to the origin of the wear particles. Is the particle laminar or rough? Laminar particles are signs of smashing or rolling found in bearings or areas with high pressure or lateral contact. Does the particle have striations on the surface? Striations are a sign of sliding wear. Perhaps generated in an area where scraping of metal surfaces occurs. Does the particle have a curved shape, similar to drill shavings? This would be categorized as cutting wear. Cutting wear can be caused by abrasive contaminants found in the machine. Is the particle spherical in shape? To the analyst, these appear as dark balls with a white center. Spheres are generated in bearing fatigue cracks. An increase in quantity is indicative of spalling.
Conclusion
Analyzing the size, shape, color, magnetism light effects and surface detail of wear particles, a skilled analyst can paint a picture above the nature, severity and root cause of abnormal wear. This information enables maintenance to implement effective corrective action.
GREASE ANALYSIS
Approximately 90 percent of all bearings are lubricated with grease. But how much do you know about the grease or greased bearings in your plant? A thorough analysis of the grease in question can prevent headaches and save money.
Through our industrial laboratory partners we offer complete grease analysis programs to monitor contamination levels, grease degradation characteristics and wear rates. These programs are designed to be rapid, thorough and economical. We offer the patented Grease Capture Tool for grease analysis. Grease Capture Tool offers incomparable benefits as a field tool and unmatched efficiency for grease sampling and analysis because it requires only one gram of grease. The small grease volume and innovative sampling methods ensure that operators can now include grease analysis as part of a complete predictive maintenance program. The non-Newtonian flow properties of grease make it difficult to collect representative, in-service samples. Historically, equipment operators were forced into expensive machinery disassembly to collect representative samples or to take readily available samples from locations that were not representative of lubrication conditions.
The Grease Capture Tool allows you to secure a repeatable, representative, in-service grease sample to submit for analysis. Grease analysis is a valuable diagnostic tool for condition monitoring. Samples of grease are either submitted individually for evaluation of a special problem or over time to establish a baseline for use as a predictive maintenance tool. The rates of contamination ingress, additive depletion, grease degradation and wear rates can be monitored when trending grease analysis results over time and comparing these results to new grease. Knowing these critical characteristics can assure you that you are taking the right steps in protecting your investment.
How does Grease Capture Tool capture grease?
- Grease Capture Tool has a 1/8” NPT thread that can be threaded into several different ports and drains.
What do I do with Grease Capture Tool after it is filled with grease?
- Remove it from the equipment and cap the open end. Place in the provided plastic tube and mail it for testing.
What does grease analysis reveal?
- Contamination
Contamination of grease is detrimental to the lubricating quality of the grease. Whether the contamination is from water, dirt, or an incompatible grease, the performance levels of grease are severely impaired. Contamination can cause serious bearing damage if gone undetected and thus uncorrected. The most common damage from contamination is abrasive wear followed by corrosive wear and contact fatigue. Early detection and correction of grease contamination problems will dramatically reduce the risk of bearing damage that would otherwise occur.
- Degradation
As grease is used, the beneficial additives that are blended into the grease to protect against base oil oxidation are depleted. Once these additives are depleted, the grease will become oxidized and the designed performance characteristics will be dramatically altered. One of the most important performance characteristics is the viscosity of the base oil. Base oil viscosity will increase when the antioxidants can no longer protect the oil.
- Wear
Measuring the concentration, metallurgy and topographical characteristics of wear metals in used grease not only gives the user a measurement of how much wear is occurring, but also the source and mechanisms of the wear. Wear rates can be compared over time for a single bearing and/or against like bearings to evaluate abnormal conditions. When coupled with other technologies such as vibration analysis (where applicable), metals analysis becomes an indispensable part of a complete condition monitoring program.
ADVANCED GREASE ANALYSIS
If any of the testing performed during basic analysis indicate un
usual or abnormal findings, the laboratory will select further analysis to define in more detail the specific abnormality and the extent of the problem.
Advanced analysis may be carried out after a discussion with the client and authorization to proceed. The client can customize advanced grease analysis, based on their situation, by calling GG and setting up a special program. Common analytical methods used in advanced grease analysis include Remaining Useful Life Evaluation Routine (RULER), Emission Spectroscopy, Wear Particle Analysis and Percent Oil and Filler. There are many other analyses available and the laboratory should be consulted if special analytical methods are required. Volume of sample required, fees and turnaround times will change when using advanced grease analysis methods.
SAMPLING
Grease Capture Tool can be purchased directly from GG. Samples submitted without Grease Capture Tool will require a minimum sample volume for basic grease analysis of 1 ounce (28 grams). When sampling, it is important to select grease that is representative of the grease that is actually providing the lubrication to the bearing and will contain those contaminates, wear metals and grease degradation characteristics that are meaningful to the actual lubrication and operation of the bearing. If non-representative samples are submitted, the laboratory should be advised since this will have an impact on the evaluation and trending of the data. On occasion, there may be a grease analysis required on a sample that is substantially smaller than the required volume. In these cases, contact the laboratory for modifications to the basic grease package.
Extended Oil Drain Program – GG can advise you on the benefits and approach to extending your oil drain intervals. Extended oil drains promotes sustainability by reducing the amount of oil consumed and waste oil disposal. With our GG Friction Antidote treatment, scheduled filtration program and periodic oil analysis, you may be able to extend mineral oil drain intervals by as much as 63,000 kilometers on-highway-use for vehicle fleets and 783 hours off highway use for power generator sets.
Lubricant behavior and its effect on uptime can be calculated using selective lubricant sampling and precise analysis. Menacing component failure or premature breakdowns can be thus prevented. A substantial analysis determines precisely the wear-particle content in the lubricant and provides information about running behavior as well as the operating conditions, without causing long machine downtime or time consuming machine disassembly. Contact us today and let’s get started.
Lubricant Storage & Handling – Why New Lubricants Are Not Clean
Are you under the impression that new lubricants are clean? Many people are. While most manufacturers claim to make quality products, not every manufacturing process is of the highest quality. It is these processes or lack thereof that are at least partially responsible for the poor cleanliness of new lubricants. The table below shows an example of particle count data for hydraulic fluids.
*Note: Some additives produce “ghosts” that register as particles using optical particle counting technology.
The process of making lubricants starts with the base oil. Additives are then added in the necessary concentrations to achieve the finished lubricant. Once blending is completed, the lubricant is tested to ensure the performance characteristics match those of the intended formulation.
If they do not, a correction is developed, and either base oils or additives are used to bring the lubricant within the required specifications.
Lubricant components are mixed together in a couple of different ways. Some manufacturers utilize what is basically a large, slow-speed blender, while others employ air to agitate the mixture. Even if the lubricant blender uses quality base stocks and additives, you must consider how these components are added to the blending vessel. Are the base stocks and additives filtered going into the blending vessel? Are adequate breathers installed? As with any tank, air is forced out when the tank is filled and drawn in when the tank is pumped out. If the air is not filtered, it will bring contaminants with it, which can affect subsequent blends.
As the finished lubricants are moved from the blending vessel to storage tanks, they should be filtered to remove any contaminants. The tanks used to store the lubricants should also have adequate breathers to provide protection from particles and moisture. Some tanks simply have a J-tube vent.
Find out whether your lubricant blender uses reconditioned drums or new drums and if there are specific cleanliness requirements for these drums. New drums are made in a metalworking environment with grinding and welding. The slag and grinding dust will end up inside the drums. In some cases, lubricant blenders just fill the drums without inspecting them for cleanliness. Even if the lubricant is packaged in buckets or bottles, there can be manufacturing debris in these containers. There is no universal standard for container cleanliness.
In the case of bulk deliveries, lubricants should be filtered prior to being transferred into the tank. Also, research the manner used to clean the tank. Was it steam-cleaned or flushed with diesel fuel? Both of these methods can cause cleanliness or purity issues with the finished lubricants. Are the tanks dedicated to specific products to eliminate the possibility of cross-contamination? These are questions that you should ask your lubricant supplier. The illustration on the left provides an example of the typical process lubricants undergo before reaching customers.
With grease manufacturing, the saponification process (soap thickener production) is more complex than simply blending base stocks and additives. If the temperature and timing are not controlled properly, the process is hampered, and the grease thickener quality can be affected. In some instances, the effects may be negligible, but in others, the entire batch will be ruined.
While grease is “cooked,” the blending kettles should be kept closed to keep out contaminants. Also, be sure to inquire about the measures taken to prevent contaminants from entering the grease when it is being transferred from the kettle to the storage tank or the final packaging. Keep in mind that the drums used for grease are no cleaner than those used for oils if there aren’t specified cleanliness standards.
Depending on the practices of the grease manufacturer, large batches of thickener are often made and kept in storage tanks for additives to be added at a later date. This raises some concerns, such as what protections are in place to keep airborne contaminants from entering the tank as the grease is pumped out. Are the transfer lines dedicated to a specific product? What are the pigging procedures used to mitigate cross-contamination? It is difficult, if not impossible, to filter grease at the high temperatures used in the manufacturing process. Although it is possible to pump grease through a strainer and remove some of the larger debris, this offers no real protection from the clearance-sized particles that damage your equipment.
Of course, many lubricant manufacturers are diligent about the cleanliness of their final lubricants, including listing cleanliness levels on product data sheets. Some even have strict requirements for their distributors. If you have the opportunity, visit your blender’s plant and check out their processes. See if they are putting the same emphasis on keeping lubricants clean as they are on blending and formulation specifications. You may be surprised at the conditions in which the oils and greases you purchase are manufactured and transported. Once you are aware of how your lubricants are made and packaged, you should be even more diligent in ensuring that they are sampled and tested prior to being placed in your equipment.
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Profitability:
Switching over to a high-performance lubricant pays off although purchasing costs may seem higher at first, less maintenance and longer vehicles/machinery parts lifecycle may already mean less strain on your budget in the short to medium term.
Continuous production processes and predictable maintenance intervals reduce production losses to a minimum. Consistently high lubricant quality ensures continuous, maintenance-free long-term lubrication for high plant availability. Continuous supply of fresh GG Friction Antidote treated lubricant to the lubrication points keeps friction low and reduces energy costs.
Safety:
Longer lubrication intervals reduce the frequency of maintenance work and the need for your staff to work in danger zones. Lubrication systems can therefore considerably reduce occupational safety risks in work areas that are difficult to access.
Reliability:
GG Friction Antidote treated lubricants ensure reliable, clean and precise lubrication around the clock. Plant availability is ensured by continuous friction reduction of the application. Lubrication with GG Friction Antidote treated lubricants help to prevent significant rolling bearing failures.
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