Lubricant analysis is a vital part of a predictive maintenance strategy. However, until now, this has been almost completely related with oils, despite the fact that around 80% of bearings are l lubricated with grease.
After years of research, SKF has developed a new methodology to evaluate grease condition directly in the field. In order to perform this methodology, the new SKF Grease Test Kit TKGT 1 has been launched as the latest addition of its extensive range of bearing greases, automatic lubricators, lubrication tools, lubrications systems, and so on included in the SKF Lubrication Platform.
By using the methodology and performing quick and easy tests, users will be able to assess the condition of fresh and used greases directly in the field.
Three different tests are included in the protocol: consistency (patent applied for), oil bleeding, and contamination evaluation. By this means, they will have a good understanding of the conditions of the grease and will have the possibility to take decisions directly in the field The TKGT 1 includes guidelines for a proper interpretation of the results of the tests.
This is not the first time that SKF generates innovation in grease testing procedures. Other previous SKF inventions have become the standard in industry, like SKF EMCOR, SKF V2F, SKF ROF, SKF ROF+, SKF R2F, SKF Be Quiet, SKF Low temperature torque, and so on.
For additional information please contact your local SKF