The automatic lubrication portfolio from SKF can enhance reliability across the key machinery in quarries.
Heavy machinery is the driving force of quarrying operations, and unplanned downtime can have serious consequences. In today’s high-pressure construction and mining environments, automatic lubrication systems are becoming essential to meet tight deadlines and maintain consistent machine productivity.
Machine failure due to friction, wear, dirt, or poor lubrication is a common — and costly — problem. Inadequate lubrication or defective seals can grind production to a halt, leading to delays and significant downstream costs. Automatic lubrication systems offer a reliable, proven solution by delivering the right amount of lubricant to the right points, at precisely the right time.
These systems eliminate the need for manual greasing, reducing human error and maintenance time. Lubrication points are connected via a network of metering devices, hoses, and a central pump equipped with a reservoir. Optional control units ensure consistent operation and monitor lubricant levels, issuing alerts when refilling is needed — all while the machine is running.
SKF’s automatic lubrication portfolio includes electrically or hydraulically driven pumps, control and monitoring devices, and tailored solutions to suit environmental and operational conditions.
Among the most popular options are the P203 and KFG pumps. These versatile, electrically operated pumps can service up to 150 lubrication points and support a wide range of output volumes. Compact yet powerful, they can be equipped with multiple pump elements, low-level detection, and optional control boards for application-specific programming.
Automatic lubrication improves machine reliability, reduces CO₂ emissions, lowers operating costs, and contributes to safer maintenance practices.
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