Mike Page, Editor, writes:
We see from your search that you're looking for information on the term "Lubricant",
and we have a large number of manufacturers' news releases and technical articles here on Manufacturingtalk which will be of interest.
Let me be your guide.
Start with
the news release Cutting lubricants shop floor safety highlighted from
Houghton Plc, which we summarised at the time by saying "A supplier of industrial production lubricants and fluid management services will be majoring on worker health and Safety associated with shop floor use of lubricants".
Earlier in the week,
we featured the news release Transmission roller chain offers longer life from
Wyko, an Eriks Company: "Transmission roller chain has solid rollers, manufactured to achieve an extremely high surface hardness, and to ensure high wear resistance in hostile environments as well as improving chain life".
In February 2008, we covered the news from Batoyle Freedom Group
concerning its Typhon V150 rotary vane compressor lubricant
- take a look at Lower lubricant consumption on compressors
which says: "An enhanced high performance rotary vane compressor lubricant has excellent oxidation, corrosion and foam resistance characteristics and extends oil change periods".
Take a look also at the news release from AV Technology, Predictive maintenance is a benefit, not an evil,
as well as Water soluble metalworking fluid meets HSE guide from Fuchs Lubricants (UK) Plc,
and Coolant testing kit checks HSE compliance from Fuchs Lubricants (UK) Plc.
See also:
Power press feeder can be networked
(January 2008)
PLC operated power press feeder has strip positioning, electronic cams, die safety monitoring and a DP-PROFIBUS communication network combined in one terminal
Metal cutting coolants optimise machining
(January 2008)
A range of coolants is designed to offer optimum machining performance and surface finish, especially when used in modern CNC machines, as well as provide the best machine cleanliness
Automatic system controls lubricants precisely
(January 2008)
An automated lubrication system that controls precisely the amount of lubricant released without overspill to rotating and moving parts is a standard feature on packaging machines
News on the 'Tufcut' metalcutting lubricants from CRC Industries UK
(January 2008)
Metal cutting fluids, described as 'ready to use', cover metal cutting, tapping, reaming, drilling and turning and their performance is claimed to be exceptional
Automatic lubricators on robots save EUR 45,000
(January 2008)
A coatings company has installed automatic lubrication systems on its electroplating robots and saved EUR 45,000 over three years by ensuring bearings and guideways were well lubricated
Lubricant oil cleaning module cuts disposal costs
(January 2008)
An oil cleaning module removes water and sludge from mineral-based lubricating and hydraulic oils to improve their efficiency, extend their working life and cut replacement and disposal costs
Greaser for linear guides and bearings is compact
(December 2007)
Compact greasing unit for repacking linear guides and rolling bearings in machines and systems automatically supplies as many as five lubrication points with lubricant
Lubricant increases SS/alloy grinding productivity
(December 2007)
Cutting lubricant has been formulated to increase the productivity of grinding machines working aerospace metals and alloys such as titanium and stainless steel
Cleaning agent keeps compressors efficient
(December 2007)
An advanced, non-intrusive, fast action air compressor cleaning agent has been formulated to assist in maintaining the system's performance and efficiency
Lubricants overcome spline forming problem
(December 2007)
A super high performance lubricant containing 100% synthetic additives, but significantly was combined with special solid lubricants, is used to solve broaching and spline forming problems
Bearings are maintenance-free
(December 2007)
Plain bearings are designed to meet the highest performance requirements in automotive and industrial applications and offer low wear sliding characteristics and high load carrying capacities
Play a major role in preseving natural resources
(December 2007)
Rolling bearings are indispensable to machinery and equipment; their function is crucial in the role of transferring rotational energy with minimal energy loss: i e, energy conservation
Multi-purpose lubricant cleans and protects
(December 2007)
From cleaning, protecting, lubricating and driving out moisture - a multi-purpose lubricant is regarded as a 'must-have' tool by the home user and trades person alike
Screw jacks have wide range of types
(December 2007)
Two ranges of screw jacks for vertical lift and positioning use cover a broad selection of standard configurations based upon load and speed requirements with a comprehensive choice of options
Specialised drills save machining costs
(November 2007)
Six drilling developments shown by Kennametal at EMO 2007, included hole making in SS and carbon-fibre reinforced polymers, deep-hole drilling and a modular drilling system, reports Mike Page
Some bearing developments reviewed
(November 2007)
All engineers, whether in production, design or process industries, should keep a watch on bearing developments, as their reliability can determine plant efficency, writes Mike Page
Bearings on conveyors are lubricated for life
(November 2007)
Mauntenance-free conveyors for a a wide variety of uses feature bearings that are lubricated for their operating life and avoid contaminating transported products
Avoiding electric currents from damaging bearings
(November 2007)
The growing use of variable frequency drives is leading to bearing damage caused by the affects of electrical currents and Phil Burge explains how the latest bearings avoid the problem
Synthetic lubricants efficient and economical
(October 2007)
Synthetic lubricants increasingly meet the demands for energy efficiency and economy in severe conditions, says Stephen Harris, Sales Manager at Batoyle Freedom Group
Lubricant spray in value pack
(October 2007)
A pack containing three 450ml cans of WD-40 from the WD-40 Company, is available exclusively from Costco
Growing use of variable frequency drives
(October 2007)
The growing use of variable frequency drives is leading in many cases to bearing damage and failure caused by the affects of electrical currents, according to Phil Burge, Marketing Manager at SKF
Compressor lubricants offer improved life
(October 2007)
Choosing a high performance lubricant will have a sizeable impact on the lifetime of a compressor, its efficiency as well as service routine, filter and separator life
Using cooling lubricant stream to detect signals
(September 2007)
A fluid acoustic emission sensor can detect acoustic emissions directly from the machining process, opening up a wide range of completely new monitoring opportunities
Deep hole solid carbide drills penetrate faster
(September 2007)
When compared with gun or HSS drills, deep hole solid carbide drills increase penetration rates by 100% when producing holes up to 30xdiameter in steel and iron
Condensate separator complies with standards
(September 2007)
A compressed air systems condensate separator does not rely on the oil coming out of suspension, nor does it require a settling tank, which frequently propagate harmful bacteria
UV light device detects oil leaks
(September 2007)
A portable, easy to use UV light source helps operators find oil leaks and identify their location to help to improve process, reliability, safety and food safety
Centralised lubrication programmed for production
(August 2007)
A ready-to-install centralised multiple-point lubrication system can be remotely programmed to feed lubricant to multiple positions on production lines at regular intervals
Hygienic cylinder resists wash-downs
(August 2007)
Stainless steel pneumatic round cylinder offers corrosion resistance when used in 'wash-down' areas and has smooth, cavity free surfaces for easy cleaning
Drilling - why use up too much time?
(August 2007)
According to a leading cutting tool supplier, some 36% of machining hours in Europe are spent in making holes, maybe not all shops are aware of the benefits of carbide tooling, writes Mike Page
Centralised lubrication benefits food manufacture
(August 2007)
A centralised lubrication system will mprove performance and reduce operating costs in a wide range of food and beverage machinery and equipment applications
Synthetic lubricants improve efficiency
(July 2007)
In complex bearing and gear applications in extreme pressure situations, many plant managers using synthetic oil lubricants to improve plant efficiency and performance
Plastics chain belt conveyors are longer, faster
(July 2007)
Latest faster plastics chain conveyors are being supplied in longer lengths and over longer distances than normal flat belt conveyors
US synthetic lubricant account manager named
(June 2007)
Anderol, manufacturer of speciality synthetic lubricants, has appointed Dr Gary Babic as Senior Account Manager in North America
Grease for lubrication of electrical contacts
(June 2007)
RW Greeff has introduced Dow Corning's polyalphaolefin-based Molykote G1050 grease for the lubrication of electrical contacts and plastic and metal parts