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Initial lubrication and re-lubrication of chains - optimised

Illustration: A transport chain in a cardboard packaging factory, before lubrication (left) and after lubrication (right). 

The criteria for initial lubrication 
• Initial lubrication is carried out by the manufacturer. The main focus here is on corrosion protection, as the chain may be stored for a long time before it is installed.
• Adhesive lubricants are generally used. 
The consequences 
• Such lubricants form a sticky lubricating film that also binds dirt and dust.
• They oxidise or resinify and the surface becomes sticky.
• This creates a dirt barrier. 
The problem 
• Fresh lubricant is applied to the dirty surfaces. 
• During re-lubrication the lubricant is not able to penetrate the chain’s inner bearings.
• The inner bearings remain without lubrication.
• The chain wears out. 
The (possible) solution 
• Start re-lubricating the chain as soon as it is put into operation! 
• It is essential to clean the chain before each lubrication! 
The criteria for OPTIMAL re-lubrication 
• Cleaning, lubricating and protecting in (only) one operation!
• A stable, long-lasting lubricating film!
• A dry surface which therefore stays clean for longer! 
Not possible? Of course it is! With the newly developed innotech tricomplex-Technology® and innofluid® additive technology these criteria for successful re-lubrication are fulfilled in every respect. 
Welcome to innotech - innovative maintenance chemistry!