Steel Plant Reduces Relubrication Frequency by 65% with Speciality Bearing Grease
About the company
A steel manufacturing facility operating heavy-duty equipment in demanding production conditions. Reliable lubrication is essential to keep bearings running smoothly and reduce maintenance interruptions.
The Challenge
The company was using conventional EP2 grease for stand bearings, which required daily greasing. Around 50 kg of grease was consumed every day, creating a high maintenance burden and requiring frequent manual intervention.
The Solution
Lubeco introduced Azure 680 SR ECO, a speciality grease designed for heavy-duty industrial applications, and monitored its performance under real operating conditions.
The Results
- Greasing interval extended from daily to once every 2–3 days
- Resulting in an estimated ~65% reduction in greasing frequency
- Good water-repellent properties, supporting stable lubrication
- Overall performance rated better than the previously used grease
Operational Impact
- Lower lubricant consumption - Reduced maintenance effort - Fewer lubrication-related stoppages - Improved bearing reliabilityTestimonial
Moving to Azure 680 SR ECO has made our bearing maintenance much easier. The extended lubrication intervals have reduced our maintenance workload while keeping the equipment running reliably.
Maintenance Manager, Steel Manufacturing Plant