Automated lubrication for maximum efficiency

Automated lubrication systems supply all relevant lubrication points needs-based and reproducible. This reduces maintenance costs, reduces downtimes and increases machine availability - especially in multi-shift operations. Loud VDMA Modern lubrication systems are considered the key to increasing efficiency in production.

Why automate?

Manual lubrication is prone to errors: uneven amounts, missed points and inappropriate intervals. Automated systems deliver defined volumes at the right time - regardless of staff availability.

• Constant lubrication quality → less wear
• Plannable maintenance instead of ad hoc deployments
• Less lubricant consumption through dosing as needed

Core components of a system

Depending on the application, oil or grease systems (NLGI 00-2) with suitable distribution principles are used.

• Pump/unit: Performance and pressure according to line routes and number of lubrication points
• Doser/distributor: Single/dual line, progressive or circulation (oil circuit)
• Sensor technology: Pressure, flow and stroke sensors
• Steering: Messages/alarms to HMI/PLC, trend data

Advantages in numbers

Practical values ​​vary, but downtimes can often be reduced by double digits and maintenance times can be significantly shortened. In addition, lubricant and cleaning costs are reduced thanks to precise dosage.

Implementation steps

• Analysis: Lubrication points, environmental conditions, target specifications
• Interpretation: Quantities/intervals, pressure losses, selection of pump/doser/lines
• Commissioning: Parameterization, functional testing, training
• Documentation: Amounts per point, intervals, maintenance instructions

Best practices

• Selection of lubricant based on viscosity/temperature window; H1 for food-related areas
• Define limit values ​​and time windows for OK/warning/alarm
• Regular visual inspection + trend monitoring (pressure/stroke/flow)

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