Proper lubrication of your wire rope, chain and cable equipment can safely extend operational life regardless of application.
Cranes, elevators, shovels, drilling rigs, suspension bridges and draglines are some of the many applications that use wire rope, chain or cable to perform work such as pulling, dragging or hoisting. These applications often are exposed to harsh environmental conditions, including extreme weather.
Most wire ropes are lubricated during the manufacturing process, but this lubricant will not last the entire life of the rope.
When looking for a lubricant to relubricate your wire rope, choose one that contains no acids or alkalis, possesses the adhesive strength to stay on the rope, can penetrate between wires and strands, has high fluid film strength, resists oxidation and remains pliable.
Most wire ropes fail from the inside out. Corroded rope can be a safety hazard, as there is no way to determine its remaining strength and life. Proper lubrication helps prevent deterioration of wire rope due to rust and corrosion.
Lubrication Engineers’ line of Wirelife® products can help your wire rope, chain and cable equipment last longer and operate safely.
Lubrication Engineers recommends a combined regimen in which a penetrating lubricant is used to saturate the core, followed by a coating Lubricant to seal and protect the outer surface.
LE offers several penetrating and coating type wire rope lubricants to suit your specific needs. LE’s penetrating lubricants include: Wirelife Monolec Penetrating Lubricant, and Wirelife Low Tox Penetrating Lubricant.
LE’s coating lubricants include: Wirelife Almasol Coating Grease, Wirelife Almasol Coating Lubricant, and Wirelife Almasol Syn Coating Lubricant. Knowledgeable consultants and technical experts from Lubrication Engineers can advise you on the right lubricant for your needs.
Learn more about protecting your equipment with LE’s Wirelife lubricants at www.LElubricants.com