Why do steelworks need special lubrication systems?
They combine extreme heat, cooling water and the highest dosing accuracy for product quality; lines, pumps and distributors must be heat- and water-resistant and dose precisely.
What pressure and temperature must the system handle?
Up to about 400 bar system pressure and around 200 °C operating temperature, across 200-plus lubrication points per plant.
Which system architecture is used?
A dual-line system with two alternately pressurised lines, a heavy-duty barrel pump and a VIP5 PRO control unit, designed for many points over long distances.
Why does dosing accuracy matter for quality?
Under- or over-lubrication at continuous-casting guide rolls directly affects surface quality, so reproducible, precise dosing is a production requirement.
How does the system resist cooling water and scale?
Water-resistant components and a defined, sealed dose at each point keep water and scale out of the bearings, protecting them in the wet, hot environment.
