Lubrication for poultry chilling tunnels and shock coolers
Chilling tunnels and shock coolers are critical for preserving poultry after cutting and processing. Equipment here operates in extremely cold, humid and heavily cleaned environments. Failures in chains, bearings and gearboxes are common, leading to stoppages, high energy use and hygiene issues.
Documented benefits
- 2–3× longer lifetime of chains and bearings in chilling tunnels
- Frozen bearing failures eliminated (Belgium case)
- No gearbox oil changes → less downtime and lower cost
- Improved hygiene: no oil or rust dripping in cold zones
- Reduced energy use in cold storage gearboxes
Failures and Interflon solutions
- Chains and conveyors – corrosion and stiff operation due to condensation and low temperatures.
→ Interflon Food Lube G220: fortified with MicPol® technology, penetrates chain links and leaves a strongly adhesive dry film resistant to water, steam and disinfectants. Prevents rust and stiff operation, proven to extend chain life. - Bearings – grease washout and premature seizure in cold, wet zones.
→ Interflon Food Grease LT2: specially designed for low-temperature environments. Water-resistant and stable under washdowns, LT2 extends bearing lifetime and reduces relubrication in chilling tunnels. - Gearboxes – oil thickening, leakage, overheating, frequent oil changes, contamination risk.
→ Interflon Food Grease HD00: replaces conventional oils in cold storage gearboxes. Eliminates oil thickening, prevents leakage, lowers operating temperature and saves energy. - Hygiene risks – lubricant dripping or rust water contaminating product, causing audit non-conformities.
→ IInterflon Metal Clean F, Interflon Degreaser EM30+ and Power Wipes: remove frozen grease, residues and rust without harmful deposits. Support hygiene and HACCP/BRC audits.
All lubricants are PFAS-free and NSF H1 certified (Halal & Kosher). Cleaning products are PFAS-free and carry the appropriate NSF cleaner categories (e.g., A1/K1/K3). See product pages for the exact category.
Contact us for a proven lubrication solution for poultry chilling tunnels and shock coolers. Prevent frozen failures, extend component lifetime and cut unplanned stoppages in your plant.
