Auxiliary equipment
Auxiliary equipment is not essential for every bottling line, but when it's present, it's critical to the process. Think about machines dedicated to inspection or can turners.
These machines operate under demanding conditions, facing potential contamination from water, product residues, and packaging remains. Efficiency and precision are paramount to maintaining product quality. Moreover, lubrication standards must meet rigorous criteria for food safety and operator protection.
Interflon offers specific solutions to ensure reliable and long-lasting operation of auxiliary equipment, supporting the integrity of the production process.
Challenge 1: Reduce lubricant leaks in the gearbox of inspection equipment
The gearbox generated high operating temperatures, resulting in lubricant leaks.
Our solution
We recommended applying Interflon Food lube G220, our heavy-duty, multi-purpose CLP oil.
The result
Thanks to Interflon Food Lube G220, the following was achieved:
- Reduced temperature by 12%
- Reduced lubricant leaks
- Reduced lubricant consumption by 90%, from 25 litres per year to 2.2 litres per year
- Extended lubrication intervals by 200%, from 6,000 hours to 18,000 hours
- Reduced labour
Challenge 2: Lubricate the bearings of the inspection equipment without stopping production
The bearings of the customer's inspection equipment are located in hard-to-reach areas. When these bearings need to be lubricated, production needs to be stopped.
Our solution
We recommended implementing automatic lubrication and applying Interflon Food Grease 1.
The result
Thanks to Interflon's solution, the following was achieved:
- Lubrication of the bearings without the need to stop the operation
- Reduced lubricant consumption by 50%
- Reduced lubrication time by 90%
- Reduced labour
Challenge 3: Prevent premature failure of bearings in the can turner due to water contamination
The lifespan of the bearings in the can turning machine was affected by high water contamination. To address this issue, excessive grease was applied for lubrication.
Our solution
We recommended installing centralized lubrication and applying Interflon Food Grease MP2
The result
Implementing a centralized lubrication system, that continuously applies minimal amounts of grease helped to:
- Prevent excessive lubrication and contamination of the final product
- Avoid premature bearing failure and extend their lifespan
- Reduce lubricant consumption by 50%
