How the Right Lubrication Can Increase Machine Life Expectancy
19 June 2019
Lubrication helps take care of machinery so that it performs at its best for a longer period of time. Taking the time to ensure you’re using the right lubricants will make certain that your machinery performs under any conditions, saving you time, money and effort further down the line.
Friction is the force that resists relative motion between two bodies in contact; without it, nothing would ever stop moving. Heat is generated by friction within machinery, so lubrication is needed to avoid failure. Lubricating machines minimises the resistance to movement and therefore decreases the amount of heat that is produced from the friction. Any heat that is produced by the machinery is transferred to the oil within the lubricant, which can be removed.
Reducing friction and heat are only a couple reasons why lubrication is needed in machinery. As two surfaces move across each other, pieces of material that is weaker will eventually break off and create smaller, abrasive particles. These smaller particles then result in more broken off pieces, which go on to create further abrasion. It’s a vicious cycle that could ultimately lead to a machine that is no longer in working order. However, it can be prevented from occurring with a lubrication film.
Most industries that use lubrication are not completely unaffected by humidity within the workplace. When water and air encounter metal, corrosion can quickly occur, which is not good for the working operation of machines. Additives are found within lubricants, which can help with this issue, as they prevent metal surfaces from encountering water. In turn, this prevents rust from occurring and prevents any damage to the surface of the metal machinery.
Lubricants are a substance used in order to reduce friction, heat and general wear. Using the correct lubricant created more efficient and reliable machines, thus helping to maximise the life expectancy and save money, time and manpower.
With a basic understanding of lubrication, you will quickly notice the advantages with your machines. Here at Ind Lub, we can provide your business with the food grade lubricants you need. For more information on the products we offer, get in touch with a member of the team by giving us a call on 08701 632933 or via our contact page.
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