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News Release from: Kluber Lubrication GB | Subject: Grafloscon B-SG 00 Ultra, Kluberfluid C-F 3 Ultra
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 01 April 2008
Lubricants keep winches working at sea
If the lubricant fails winch gears will suffer premature wear, fretting or corrosion, with the ultimate risk of winch failure.
Speciality lubricants made by Kluber Lubrication enhance the reliability of winches on AHTS vessels while reducing operating costs Whether they tow oil rigs, supply them with goods or provide emergency services: for the operators of AHTS (anchor handling tug supply) vessels, the operational reliability of their winches is of vital importance
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 29 Jan 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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These winches must be ready to work anywhere, at any time.
The lubricant used for the winches' open gears plays a major role.
If it fails the winch gears will suffer premature wear, fretting or corrosion, with the ultimate risk of winch failure, resulting in extremely high repair costs.
Kluber Lubrication products are tailored to meet the requirements of the gear materials used and the demanding conditions encountered at sea.
Rolls-Royce has been highly satisfied with the use of lubricants made by Kluber for their low-pressure hydraulic motors for deck machinery and consequently recommends them to their customers.
Grafloscon B-SG 00 Ultra is used for running in the tooth flanks, while Kluberfluid C-F 3 Ultra is recommended for subsequent operational lubrication.
The adhesive lubricants developed for open gears by Kluber Lubrication meet the demanding requirements of anchor handling winches and have proven successful on such vessels for many years.
The company offers a range of priming, running-in, operating and repair lubricants.
Kluberfluid, for example, is a series of highly viscous, transparent adhesive lubricants enabling a long component life by protecting tooth flanks against wear and corrosion.
The fluids' good adhesion allows long relubrication intervals and reduced operating costs.
Disposal of these lubricants after use is unproblematic since they are free of bitumen, heavy metals, solvents or chlorine.
The quantity of Kluberfluid required for reliable lubrication is up to 50% lower than with operating lubricants containing graphite. Request a free brochure from Kluber Lubrication GB ...
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