Annual savings of € 12,480
Gearbox lubrication for moving sliding wheels of a tower crane
Initial situation
In a cement factory, the gearbox responsible for moving the sliding wheels of a tower crane has been experiencing overheating issues and oil leaks, which are polluting the surface water.
Our solution
To address these challenges, we recommended using Interflon Grease MP00.
Advantages
Implementing Interflon Grease MP00 offers the following advantages:
- Elimination of leaks: The use of this grease resolves the issue of oil leaks, preventing further pollution of the surface water.
- Temperature reduction from 70°C to 30°C: Interflon Grease MP00 effectively reduces the operating temperature of the gearbox, mitigating the overheating problem.
- Environmentally friendly: By preventing oil leaks and reducing pollution, the environmental impact is significantly lowered.
- Longer life of fluid grease compared to oil: Interflon Grease MP00's superior longevity contributes to extended gearbox performance.
- Elimination of stick slip: The grease's properties eliminate stick slip, promoting smooth and noise-free operation.
Result
Following the implementation of our solution, the reduction piece works more smoothly and quietly. The overheating and environmental pollution problems have been successfully resolved. As a result, the customer has calculated an annual saving of €12,480. This substantial cost saving showcases the effectiveness of our solution, which not only enhances performance but also promotes a greener and more efficient operation for the cement factory.
