Lubrication solutions, one of SKF's five technology platforms, provides automated, distributed lubrication systems for process machinery and industrial plants. Vincent Correia, SKF's product specialist - Lubrication Systems, says: "The benefits of correct, regular, measured lubrication as part of a fully managed maintenance programme can never be overstated."
"Around 30% of premature failures in mechanical equipment are caused by poor or inadequate lubrication. Automating this aspect ensures replenishment at the correct interval, at all points where it is required and with the correct quantity. Automatic centralised lubrication can have major cost benefits and offers substantial environmental benefits over less precise traditional techniques," continues Correia.
The SKF Vogel FF grease-lubrication pump was the chosen solution to offer to a manufacturer of carbon paste and high carbon coke in the Witbank area because of the harsh conditions in which their machines perform. This system ensures that grease is purged to the bearings on a continuous basis. Continuous lubrication means that dirt is kept out and bearing life increases. The multi-outlet pump is simple in arrangement and in most cases skilled labour is not required to install it.
The Vogel FF pump series is suitable for small- and medium-sized systems. The lubricant is fed into the lubrication points directly or via a progressive distributor. Pumps are available with various motor voltages, come with a 4 or 10 kg grease reservoir, and can be supplied with or without filling level controls. The pumps are capable of handling operational pressures of up to 350 bar, and have up to 12 individually adjustable pump elements or outlets with various delivery volume and pipe connection options.
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