Klüber Lubrication unveils VGP-compliant grease
Germany’s Klüber Lubrication has introduced its new environmentally-friendly adhesive lubricant for open gears and steel cables, Klüberbio AG 39-602.
Based on ester oil and selected adhesives, the grease complies with the requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs) as defined in Appendix A of the US Environmental Protection Agency’s 2013 Vessel General Permit (VGP).
“This specialty grease is targeted for applications that require adhesion, corrosion protection, resistance to water washout, and protection from wear,” said Ben Bryant, marine market manager for Klüber Lubrication North America L.P.
It contains more than 60% of renewable raw materials, resulting in reduce environmental impact in the event of discharge into water. Klüber says Klüberbio AG 39-602 also has good adhesion to surface and water resistance, leading to long re-lubrication intervals.
In addition, it’s anti-corrosion and anti-wear additives also ensure longer component life and reduced wear.
“Protection of wire rope and open pinion gears on winches is the primary target application, but plain bearing applications, such as rudder posts and lifeboat davits, are also good uses for Klüberbio AG 39-602. Its high base oil viscosity of 600 cSt provides excellent film thickness leading to reduced wear of components,” he added.
Klüberbio AG 39-602 meets the biodegradability, minimally toxic and non-bioaccumulative standards established by the 2013 VGP.
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