Enhancing Gearbox Performance with Azure 2 Ultra PB Grease
About the company
A leading metal manufacturing plant operating heavy-duty industrial gearboxes.
The Challenge
The plant faced high maintenance overheads due to frequent gearbox lubrication. Their existing grease required frequent re-lubrication every 45 days, with a consumption of nearly 10 kg, driving up both downtime and operational costs. This impacted efficiency and increased maintenance overheads. The client was looking for a high-performance grease that could provide longer life, better protection, and reduced consumption.
The Solution
Lubeco Futuristic Greases introduced Azure 2 Ultra PB, a premium high-temperature, water-resistant grease designed for demanding industrial applications. A 5 kg trial sample was initiated on one gearbox unit. The grease was applied under actual working conditions, with close monitoring of gearbox performance, consumption rate, and lubrication interval.
The Results
- The gearbox has been running smoothly with no reported issues since the trial began.
- The lubrication cycle extended beyond the usual 45 days, showcasing superior stability and longevity.
- Trial product consumption was only 6.13 kg, compared to the earlier 10 kg, marking a 38% reduction in grease usage.
- At ₹550/kg, Azure 2 Ultra PB delivers higher value by cutting down grease consumption and reducing re-lubrication frequency.
Testimonial
We reduced our grease consumption by nearly 40% per gearbox. We usually needed 10 kg of grease. With the new solution, we use just over 6 kg and can run significantly longer between maintenance cycles. This has helped us reduce grease costs while also saving valuable maintenance time and labour.
Maintenance Head, Metal Manufacturing Plant