Lubricating Bottle Conveyors
GlassLube2.0 offers food and beverage manufacturers a water-free means of lubricating stainless steel packaging lines conveying glass bottles. This dry lubricant is formulated to provide optimum glide and friction characteristics with no adverse impact on packaging quality or conveyor hygiene. Benefits include improved temperature control and decreased power consumption.
The manufacturer, Dry Lube, formulated the product without water as part of its effort to conserve that resource. The company says GlassLube2.0 is made with natural materials and that it also contains no silicone or PTFE.
Soy-Based PVC-processing Lube
Clariant has introduced a soy-based lubricant to replace lead-stabilized PVC processing compounds. Licocare SBW11 TP is a chemically modified wax for use in processing rigid PVC compounds, especially calcium/zinc- and tin-stabilized polyvinyl film and extrusions. The company says the lubricant is an external and internal lubricant that provides efficient and consistent production.
The company says that benefits include good release and nonsticking effects, no mold deposits, and excellent thermal stability for good color stability. Licocare SBW11 TP can also be used as a lubricant in PVC injection molding where it is said to improve flowability and improve dimensional stability.
Smart Phone App Selects Grease
Matrix Specialty Lubricants BV is offering a free Smart Phone application that helps users and distributors select grease based on specific applications and circumstances. The company says the Grease Choice App considers parameters such as temperature, speed, vibration, water and chemicals when making a recommendation. Users enter the data into the program which then recommends a suitable grease.
www.lubes-portal.com
An Oil for Japanese Cars
Triple R 0W-20 is designed specifically for high-performance Japanese gasoline-powered cars. The supplier, Carlube, claims that it delivers outstanding engine protection and enhanced fuel economy. Made with 100 percent synthetic base stocks, this oil is formulated to provide excellent thermal stability and protection against wear.
Triple R 0W-20 meets the requirements of API SN, ILSAC GF-5 and Dexos 1. It is available in one- and five-liter containers.
www.carlube.co.uk