Constant lubrication
Reproducible dosage for bearings, guides and chains.
Fewer downtimes
Automatic relubrication reduces unplanned downtime.
Clean processes
Targeted application avoids contamination and overdosing.
Can be retrofitted
Solutions for new and existing systems – can be integrated quickly.
Regulations and what they mean
The value of automatic lubrication on a packaging line is not the lubricant saved but three other quantities: availability, provability and cleanliness.
| Criterion | Manual | Automatic, metered |
|---|---|---|
| timing | line stands, guards open | in the running cycle |
| quantity | depends on the operator | set per point |
| proof | entry in a list | pressure, stroke or flow signal |
| surplus | drips onto product and floor | limited by design |
| access | the point must be reachable | the line goes to the point |
The proof is the real gain
On a line with product proximity it is not enough to have lubricated — it must be provable. A pressure switch proves the system built pressure; a cycle sensor proves the divider actually indexed. Only the second proves delivery — a running pump and standing pressure do not.
Sizing: the cycle sets the quantity
On cycled machines, couple lubrication to the machine cycle rather than to the clock: if the line runs slower, demand falls in the same proportion, while a time-based system would over-grease exactly then — and the surplus lands where it belongs least. For setting the amounts per point use the metering template (PDF, German): start conservatively and fine-tune from the trends after one to two weeks.
Knowledge
Further content
Frequently asked questions about automatic lubrication
Which investment areas benefit the most
Conveying elements (chains/belts), linear guides, bearings of gripping and feeding units as well as cam discs in forming, filling and sealing machines.
How is the dosage controlled
As required via timer, clock/sensor pulses or control signals – can be parameterized precisely for each lubrication point.
Is retrofitting economical
Yes – fewer downtimes, less lubricant consumption and longer downtimes lead to a short amortization period.
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