Automated Lubrication

GreaseMax is a chemically operated automatic lubricator that is designed to be screwed into the bearing grease nipple seating, or onto an extension line and to feed lubricant at a CONSTANT RATE for a SET PERIOD of time.

GreaseMax is designed to operate for a set period of time.  There are four operating periods: 1; 3; 6 and 12 months.  After the service time has elapsed, the empty unit is replaced with a new unit. Because it is self regulating it should be used in conjunction with the plant maintenance scheduling.  Therefore changeovers of the GreaseMax can be planned and carried out at set periods.

GreaseMax operation is simple and trouble free.  Quite frequently its capabilities are not at first appreciated because of its simplicity. The product can be used anywhere on most applications, both large and small, even underwater. Importantly, GreaseMax has no electrical or mechanical components and has only one moving part, which is the piston.  For this reason it is extremely reliable.

Cost Savings

Because it is an automatic lubricator, it offers direct cost savings over manual greasing by reducing the necessity to stop machinery and production for lubrication. Indirect cost saving are also delivered with reduced maintenance and down time from bearing failures caused by incorrect or missed lubrication.

Maintenance Advantages

Because the GreaseMax unit is under constant pressure, lubrication occurs while the plant is in operation, exactly when it is of the most benefit. It delivers constant replenishment of new grease, which minimises bearing wear, as the bearing is sealed while GreaseMax is in use. Dust and moisture are also prevented from entering the bearing. Lubrication is fully automated and changeovers can be programmed into the plant maintenance schedule. GreaseMax ensures that as a warm or hot bearing cools, the slight vacuum normally created does not draw in foreign material. Instead, a continuous supply of fresh lubricant flushes out any foreign matter, moisture or harmful chemical substances, which may otherwise accumulate in the bearing if it is unused for some time. In addition, a constant grease supply ensures that seals are always lubricated and more effective in preventing contamination.  This is particularly the case with labyrinth seals.