simalube – the automatic single-point lubricator Technical information for the food industry

The lubrication experts Reduce costs and lengthen the life of systems with simalube Machines and systems in the food industry must function perfectly even under extreme conditions of use. Dampness, contamination, high temperatures and high relative humidity stress the parts of the system and have a considerable adverse effect on the working life of bearings and chains. In most cases in the food industry, this involves mass production systems, where any downtime means high production losses. Reliable lubrication is essential to withstand these extreme conditions and to avoid unplanned downtime....

Lubrication of the flange bearing in the drive unit of an ascending conveyor. Lubrication of the rotary table of a filling unit for canned food. The lubricators are protected by a safety hood. Bearing lubrication of the drive roller of a conveyor belt in the production of chips (crisps). In the food industry special brushes with blue bristles are used, as they can be detected more easily by monitoring cameras.

Applications and advantages simalube areas of application in the food industry: • Preparation processes (peeling, grinding, pressing, cutting machines) • Processing operations (washing units, cooling and freezing units) • Filling and loading processes (conveyor systems, slicers, filling systems) • Packing machines (packing, shrink-wrapping labelling) • Palletizers We would be glad to inform you about the use of simalube products in the food sector. Our highly-qualified specialists have an in-depth technical knowledge and will show you how automatic lubrication can reduce costs and extend the...