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perma Lubrication Systems for
Pumps

Pumps are one of the most important types of equipment in many  Mining industry
industries. A failing pump can stop the entire work or production  Chemical industry
process. One of the main factors for trouble-free operation is effective  Power generation
lubrication. A regular injection of fresh, clean grease provides extra  Food industry
protection against contamination of dirt and water and will extend the  Oil and gas production
service life of your pumps.  Paper industry
 Pharma industry
 Environmental technology
 Water and wastewater

Lubrication points

Drive shaft Drive motor Lubrication points (roller bearings) are located on the drive shaft between
bearing and drive motor and pump. Lubrication of gland and labyrinth seals prevents the
seal contamination of dirt or pumped media.

Bearings and bearing housing seals must be permanently supplied with
the right lubricant in the amount specified by pump manufacturers.
More information about drive motor lubrication on page 12/13
“Electric Motors”.

Challenges

Pumps are often operated under extreme conditions with heavy contamination
from slurry or dust and hazardous materials such as acids.

 Dirt, water or other contaminants must not enter bearing points

Many lubrication points can only be accessed with extreme protection measures
(safety gloves and protective masks). As a result, they are not lubricated as often
as required or are completely neglected.

Insufficient lubrication of bearings and seals results in accelerated bearing
wear and impeller gland leaks.

 Optimal and continuous lubrication with fresh lubricant during operation
 Operation in potentially explosive areas
 Workplace safety must be ensured

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