Industrial chain lubrication: an application example

How to preserve chains and products

The longevity of chains is an increasingly important issue in the industrial field, given the widespread use of conveyor belts that can be made of different materials, from steel to plastic.

At the same time, containers and products that occupy the conveyor belts can also be made of glass, plastic, metal and so on. This is why it is important that industrial chain lubrication also guarantees compatibility with all such elements, so that production is not affected.

It is thus necessary to choose the most suitable lubricant for your field of application.

The 4 characteristics of the best lubricants for industrial use

what should the perfect lubricant look like?

With the technological and engineering innovations leading to increasingly complex and automated machinery, the issue of industrial lubrication is becoming ever more critical and the common denominator is always the same: finding the best lubricants!

Whether they are synthetic-based mineral lubricants, the goal is only one: to increase the performance and durability of the components! So how can we be sure that our choice falls on the best lubricants out there?

Here are some good indicators!

Corrosion protection: testing lubricant effectiveness

Testing effectiveness against corrosion

Damage to ferrous metals is often an inexorable process that can irreversibly affect and ruin components, with consequent repercussions on your project or machinery.

When we talk about corrosion of a metal, we refer to chemical oxidation corrosion, a process that leads to the formation of rust on the surface of the metal component, making it unsuitable for its functions.

However, this process can be avoided with a good protective lubricant solution.

Classification of lubricating oils: properties for every need

How to classify lubricating oils

Lubricating oil classification is the first thing to know about in order to provide your mechanical system with the correct solution for its needs.

Oil viscosity, oil density, oil gradation and all the characteristics of greases and oils in general all contribute significantly to the lubrication of your machinery. Indeed, getting even just one aspect wrong can lead to major structural damage.

How to reduce the wear of rolling bearings

Rolling bearing lubricants

Rolling bearings require careful lubrication and filtration of the lubricating fluids, so that they do not get damaged and deteriorate over time.

A detailed analysis of the lubricant used - or that you want to use - can make a big difference to the functioning and longevity of your mechanical system. The most frequent cause of damage (and often breakage) of rolling bearings is wear, followed by other phenomena such as corrosion.

Silicone lubricating grease: when is it really needed?

"The advantages of a silicone lubricant"

The silicone lubricating grease is one of the most used solutions in the design of mechanical devices, thanks to its versatility and to some incomparable characteristics: limiting friction at high temperatures, reducing noise and mechanical wear between plastics and rubber in contact .

Reducing mechanical vibrations in machinery

How to reduce mechanical vibrations

For those who deal with industrial machinery every day, the inconveniences that mechanical vibrations bring to the machines are well known - the noise of the gearmotors, the wear of bearings and chains during their operation, the operation of an upgrade and so on.

But the problems that a mechanical designer is forced to face and often spends much time trying to solve, we also encounter in our daily life. Just think of the annoying vibrations of the dashboard of our car or the noise of the photographic lens or a microscope, for those who are passionate about astronomy.

What may seem like a "minor issue" can actually turn out to be very serious threats to the mechanical components that present such vibrations and which require complex design manoeuvres with high costs to be solved.

Industrial Assembly: 2 problems and 2 solutions

How to lubricate rubber seals

Assembly is often underestimated as a possible cause of damage to mechanical components.

In fact, it is a crucial moment for the future seal of your machinery, as the use of an unsuitable lubricant during industrial assembly can really reduce the functionality and life of the component itself.

Do you want to easily assemble your rubber components? Are you looking for a lubricant that avoids the risk of the sealing rings of your project being damaged during assembly on the shaft?

Choosing the correct lubricant for your needs is a very important choice for your business, so it is essential to have a clear understanding of your needs and to intervene accordingly with the most suitable solution: one that does not leave a trace, is odourless, colourless, biodegradable, approved for food contact and so on.

Coefficient of Friction: What happens with high loads

Frictional wear? Here's how to reduce it!

Wear caused by friction represents the progressive and continuous loss of material from solid surfaces, in mutual movement and contact, for mechanical reasons.

If not suitably equipped with a uniform lubricating film, any mechanical device can meet such a fate.

This is because friction is the force that opposes the movement of two bodies in mutual contact. Yet, if we interpose a lubricating fluid between them, two different types of friction may be generated.

How and when to use a synthetic lubricant

When to use synthetic lubricants?

All mechanical systems require constant lubrication in order to maintain high performance over time. Correct lubrication can be ensured by products of different types, which vary according to the mechanism and its functionality.

Each industrial sector has different needs, as does each product, depending on the functionality and characteristics, so it is important to use specific lubricants for your needs. Today, we are going to look at how and when to use a synthetic lubricant.