RotaLube, a leader in conveyor lubrication technology, has launched the RotaLube ECO Lubrication Kit, which includes everything needed for targeted lubrication using a handheld spray can.
The solution brings the precision of RotaLube’s patented sprocket-shaped applicator to a handheld format, which the company said brings benefits in both cost and operational efficiency for a wide range of industries.
David Chippendale, director of RotaLube and an experienced conveyor engineer, developed the original sprocket-shaped applicator to address the prevalent issue of inefficient lubrication in conveyor systems.
Ineffective chain lubrication leads to costly production downtimes, excessive wear, unnecessary oil consumption and product damage due to oil contamination, according to the company.
Traditional lubrication methods often miss the crucial pins and bushes where friction and wear occur, by applying lubricant indiscriminately and inefficiently, it added.
Chippendale's solution was to design an applicator that ensures lubricant is applied precisely where needed. This applicator, initially part of an automated lubrication system, proved highly successful across various industries. stated the organisation.
Recognising the need for an alternative solution, RotaLube has now adapted this technology for use with a handheld spray can.
“The automated RotaLube system, while effective, isn't suitable for all customers due to space constraints, low lubrication frequency needs, or budget limitations,” Chippendale explained. “Our goal was to make precise lubrication accessible to a broader spectrum of customers.”
The kit consists of a RotaLube applicator, mounting bracket, flexible tube, aerosol can adapter, connectors and a restrictor to control lubricant release.
It is compatible with various chain pitch sizes, from 3/8” to 1 ½”, and works with any appropriate lubricant, although RotaLube recommends its biodegradable chain lubricant for optimal performance.
“The ‘ECO’ in the name highlights both the economic and ecological benefits of the kit,” Chippendale said. “It's a cost-effective alternative to automated systems and supports environmental care by reducing oil consumption and spillages. The flexible tube design also promotes safe and efficient maintenance by enabling technicians to apply lubricant from a distance, without removing safety guards.”
The RotaLube ECO Lubrication Kit aims to extend the benefits of precise lubrication to all conveyor operators, helping them reduce operational costs and improve efficiency.
Chippendale expressed his excitement for the market’s response to the new kit and looks forward to feedback from customers: “The development of this kit showcases our commitment to understanding and addressing market challenges,” he said.
“We are dedicated to continuous innovation to ensure our solutions meet the diverse needs of our customers. The RotaLube ECO Lubrication Kit is a testament to this commitment, bringing the advantages of precise lubrication to more operators and enhancing the efficiency of their operations.”
RotaLube introduces ECO Lubrication kit
