Why Lubricant Contamination is a Silent Threat to Your Machinery

Overlooking lubricant contamination can lead to significant operational hurdles. Here’s why addressing this issue is critical:

• Abrasive Wear on Gear Teeth: Contaminated lubricant acts as a catalyst for abrasive wear, diminishing the efficiency and lifespan of gear systems.
• Excessive Vibration: The presence of foreign particles can induce unnecessary vibration, compromising machinery stability.
• Equipment Failure: Gear teeth wear and corrosion, triggered by contamination, can lead to catastrophic equipment failures, increasing repair costs and downtime.
• Improper Meshing: Accumulation in the gear tooth root may prevent proper meshing between the pinion and gear, further hindering performance.

Solution? CleanSolv for Preventative Maintenance

Implementing CleanSolv as part of your weekly maintenance routine can significantly mitigate these risks.

Here’s how:

• Routine Application: Regular use of CleanSolv helps maintain optimal lubrication quality, reducing contamination.
• Automated Gear Cleaning System (AGCS): Incorporate CleanSolv into your AGCS protocol, spraying between lube cycles while the mill operates, ensuring minimal disruption.
• Selective Removal: Our approach targets only the contaminated top layer of lubricant, allowing the lube cycle to replenish clean lubricant, ensuring continuous protection.

Impact on Downtime

By adopting CleanSolv for preventative maintenance, you can significantly reduce unscheduled downtime, protecting your bottom line and enhancing equipment longevity.