The increased demand in the pulp & paper manufacturing is putting additional stress on equipment near or at capacity. Without the proper lubrication, this increase seen in production pressures can be the straw that breaks the camel’s back. Learn how the MOLYKOTE® Performance Lubricants can extend equipment life & improve plant efficiency.
As in any industry, downtime within pulp & paper manufacturing brings production to a screeching halt and is the bane of any operations manager. With equipment running at near constant capacity, it is critical to monitor key failure points and ensure the proper lubricant is being used to protect high stress components.
The MOLYKOTE® team understands the unique challenges in pulp and paper processing equipment and have developed a broad portfolio of general purpose & specialty lubricants, greases and compounds to help meet lubricant demands and keep your facility pushing paper at peak performance.
The MOLYKOTE® team understands the unique challenges in pulp and paper processing equipment and have developed a broad portfolio of general purpose & specialty lubricants, greases and compounds to help meet lubricant demands and keep your facility pushing paper at peak performance.
Why Use MOLYKOTE® for Paper Manufacturing?
Extended Equipment Life & Increased Production
The right lubricant decreases surface damage, wear, and can reduce the force required for proper movement & operation. Keeping expensive machinery running smoothly leads to longer & maximized production cycles while also reducing overall capital costs required in repair from failure.
Reduced Downtime & Wear
Paper demand is skyrocketing – in order to keep up with consumers, facilities are pushing equipment to the max. Even a few minutes of downtime can have a detrimental impact in lost value & missed quotas. By using the proper, formulated lubricant you can reduce the frequency of preventative maintenance (PM) cycles and keep equipment running longer.
Long Term-Lubrication & Run-in
By reducing frictional forces for equipment, the required energy to run & operate machinery can be significantly decreased. This optimization in efficiency can help facilities meet overall sustainability goals & reduction in overall spend.
MOLYKOTE® Gear Lubricant Solutions
MOLYKOTE® Solution | Temp Range °F(°C) | Application & Features/Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| M Gear Oil Additive | -30 to 275 (-35 to 135) | Gear Boxes & Speed Reducers Reduces friction & wear, extends equipment life, helps reduce power consumption, noise & temperature |
| G-n Metal Assembly Paste G-n Metal Assembly Spray | 0 to 750 (-15 to 400) | Overhaul, Open Gears, Assembly & Run-in Reduces start-up friction and wear, aids in press fit and assembly, good pre-coating for gears |
| 1122 Chain & Gear Grease 1122 Chain & Gear Spray | 32 to 320 (0 to 160) | Open Gears Operation Thick-tacky consistency sticks to gear teeth, provides extreme- pressure lubrication |
| P-1042 Adhesive Grease Paste | -13 to 932 (-25 to 500) | Open Gears Operation Super tacky with excellent adhesion especially to metal. Provides extreme pressure lubrication |
| P-40 Paste | -40 to 2000 (-40 to 1093) | Open Gears Operation Superior extreme pressure lubrication for metal to metal interfaces. Wide temperature range |
| D-321R Dry Film Lubricant | -325 to 842 (-200 to 450) | Dry Gears Does not collect dust, supplies metal-to-metal extreme-pressure lubrication |
MOLYKOTE® Chain & Conveyor Lubricant Solutions
MOLYKOTE® Solution | Temp Range °F(°C) | Application & Features/Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| BR-2 Plus High Performance Grease | -20 to 265 (-29 to 129) | Conveyor Rollers Reduces friction for sticking & stopping rollers. Reduces power usage & resists water washout |
| 316 Silicone Release Fluid 316 Silicone Release Spray | -40 to 390 (-40 to 199) | Guide Rails Reduces dust & build up on guide rails & slides. Prevents pulp sticking on sliding surfaces. |
| D-321R Antifriction Coating D-321R Antifriction Spray | -292 to 842 (-180 to 450) | Chains, Wheels and Sprockets Surface protection in dusty areas subject to high wear from movement & rolling. Easy to apply. |
| L-1428 High Temp Chain Oil | 5 to 842 (-15 to 450) | Chains, Pins & Bushings NSF H-2 Certified, prevents metal on metal contact, reduces wear & chain stress, cracking and failure |
MOLYKOTE® Valve Lubricant Solutions
MOLYKOTE® Solution | Temp Range °F(°C) | Application & Features/Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 3452 Chemical Resistant Valve Lube | -20 to 450 (-29 to 232) | Bleaching Process Valves NLGI Grade 3, resists chemical attack, water washout & chlorine bleaching, high load carrying capability |
| 111 Compound | -40 to 399 (-40 to 204) | Plug, Ball, Gate & Automated Valves (Water & Non-aggressive chemicals) Thick, Tacky grease-like compound with excellent sealing & protection performance. Compatible with rubbers & plastics |
| 55 O-ring Grease | -85 to 347 (-65 to 177) | Faucets, O-rings Resists water washout, non-metling performance, protects & lubricates valves |
Other MOLYKOTE® Lubricant Solutions for Pulp & Paper
MOLYKOTE® Solution | Temp Range °F(°C) | Application & Features/Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| 44 High Temperature Bearing Grease | -40 to 400 (-40 to 204) | Oven Dryer Fans & Bearings NLGI Grade 2, resists thermal degradation, oxidation & carbonization. Helps prevent bearing failure. |
| 41 Extreme High Temp Grease | -4 to 554 (-20 to 290) | Oven-Dryer Fans & Bearings NLGI Grade 2, for extreme high temp applications. Non-melting performance & protection |
| 3451 Chemical Resistant Grease | -40 to 450 (-40 to 232) | Bearings, High Temp & Aggressive Chemicals NLGI Grade 2, resists alkaline solutions in pulping process bearings and water washout stable. |
| 1000 Paste 1000 Spray | -22 to 1,202 (-30 to 650) | Threaded Connections Reduces surface friction, helps in assembly/disassembly processes. Effective sealing & seizure protective performance |
| Metal Protector Plus | -40 to 150 (-40 to 66) | Corrosion Protection Protect exposed metal parts from corrosive environments, extend equipment life & reduce start-up preparation & maintenance. |