Truck cranes play a crucial role in industrial and construction operations, lifting and moving heavy loads with precision.
These machines work in all weather conditions, stand outside overnight, and remain exposed to the elements. In addition, vibration, heavy mechanical loads, contamination and moisture pose real threats to proper operation over time. That is why lubrication plays a key role in keeping these giant machines in top condition.
Crane truck lubricants: why they are crucial
First, lubrication reduces friction between moving parts, minimizing wear and tear and prolonging the service life of cranes. Proper lubrication of cranes is critical to ensure that each moving part receives the right amount of product at the right time, improving reliability and reducing downtime. In fact, if done insufficiently or excessively, it can lead to machine failure, increasing maintenance and operating costs.
All the benefits of proper lubrication
As we have already mentioned, proper lubrication of cranes plays a key role. But let’s see all the advantages together:
- Reduction of friction between the moving parts of the crane truck, such as bearings, gears and guides. This decreases component wear, prolonging the life and improving the energy efficiency of the machine;
- Corrosion prevention. Lubricants provide a protective barrier against external agents, preventing rust and corrosion on the metal components of the crane truck. This is especially true when working in humid or saline environments;
- Performance improvement: as we have already seen, crane operations typically involve lifting and handling heavy objects and loads. In such operations, machine elements, such as telescopic segments, are subjected to immense stresses. Effective crane lubrication ensures smoother and more precise movements, improving the safety and reliability of lifting operations;
- Improved performance: effective crane lubrication ensures smoother and more precise operation, improving the safety and reliability of lifting operations;
- Heat reduction: friction between moving parts generates heat, which can lead to damage or premature deterioration of components. Lubricants help dissipate heat, keeping components at a safe operating temperature.
- Decreased maintenance and repair costs. By preventing wear and corrosion, in fact, the need for frequent repairs and component replacement is reduced, reducing long-term maintenance costs.
- Improved security. In fact, regular maintenance and lubrication of the crane truck helps prevent malfunctions and mechanical failures. This greatly reduces the risk of accidents and ensures a safer working environment for operators;
- Compliance with regulations: Proper maintenance and lubrication of cranes are often required by safety regulations and industry guidelines.
Special lubricants for truck cranes
The crane truck is composed of several key components that ensure its functionality, efficiency, and safety. Each of these parts plays an important role in the overall operation of the machine, enabling it to perform heavy and complex lifting operations with precision and reliability.
Here are the main components:
- Skids and Threads;
- Gearboxes and Hydraulic Circuits;
- Shoulders;
- Pins and Tie Rods.
Indeed, choosing the right, high-quality products plays a key role in ensuring proper lubrication.
For each of these components, Mascherpa has designed a specific and optimal product for its treatment and maintenance.
To learn more about the technical specifications of special lubricants for cranes, you can download the dedicated brochure:
High-performance industrial lubricants: which ones to choose?
An excellent example of high-performance industrial lubricants are Molykote lubricants, which help reduce friction and wear thus extending lubrication time and reducing maintenance costs. They have been formulated to withstand the stresses of high loads and environments contaminated by dust or chemical aggression.
Another good proposition are Petro Canada lubricants produced with PURITY HT base oils. These lubricants are more thermally and oxidation stable with the goal of lasting longer, extending oil change times, and reducing maintenance costs.
Finally, let’s look at Condat lubricants-a wide range of special lubricants with components that are readily biodegradable or otherwise classified as environmentally non-hazardous. These products allow long lubrication intervals and low consumption, having zero impact on ‘the environment.
