With so many zerk fittings and lubrication points on a truck and trailer it can be tempting to seek out a one-size-fits-all grease. In many cases, grease consolidation is not only acceptable, it's a ...

In a study conducted by a major component manufacturer, improper lubrication accounts for 53% of all bearing failures, a major cause of equipment downtime and significant maintenance costs. The ...

Longer component life is the main reason to invest in an automatic lubrication system. "The owner is assured that all components are being lubricated," says Drew Cherven, manager, national accounts, ...

Every contractor running a cold milling machine knows the grind isn’t just under the cutter drum. A Wirtgen W-220 XFi milling machine has 63 grease points, and each one needs to be hit with various ...

Assisting in heat dissipation out of the bearing elements. Grease lubrication is the method most commonly used on small- and medium-size electric motors in the range of 1 to 500 hp for horizontal ...

Greases help sleeve bearings operate with less maintenance. Understanding bearing oscillation angle, temperature, friction, and grease replenishment requirements will keep bearings working longer.