Eco-friendly bearings lubricant

Klüber Lubrication has developed an eco-friendly, multi-purpose grease for rolling and plain bearings. The new Klüberbio BM 32-142, is a high-performance lubricating grease for multi-purpose maritime applications. It complies with the requirements of Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EAL) as defined in Appendix A of the 2013 Vessel General Permit so can also be used for components in contact with sea water. Dirk Fabry, Business Development Manager Marine at Klüber Lubrication, said: “Our new high-performance lubricating grease contains special additives which reduce wear, protect against corrosion and enable smooth operation even at extremely low temperatures.” Moreover, he said that its readily biodegradable base oil ensures high environmental compatibility, making Klüberbio BM 32-142 a real multi-purpose product for the marine industry. Mr Fabry explained that rolling and plain bearings in cranes, fairleads, winches and rudder systems of ships are often exposed to extremely harsh environmental conditions. Hence, the requirements to be met by lubricants used for these bearings are very high. The new grease can be used in a wide temperature range from minus 40 °C to plus 120 °C. Besides its excellent corrosion and wear protection, the new operational lubricant offers a very good load-carrying capacity, thus extending the components' service life and maintenance intervals.