Key points of the article
- The Brescia Dairy Plant has optimized safety and production efficiency through a twenty-year collaboration with Mascherpa.
- The blow molding machine was upgraded with PURITY™ FG Synthetic Heavy 220 food-grade lubricant, ensuring high performance and reduced machine downtime.
- For labeling, the BAMFutura 803 hot melt adhesive was implemented, achieving greater precision, line cleanliness, and operational continuity.
- Mascherpa provided constant technical support, analyzing plant-specific issues and proposing targeted and certified solutions.
- The project confirms the value of integrated management of lubricants and adhesives, in full compliance with food industry regulations.
In the dairy industry, productivity and safety are two sides of the same coin. Every component of the production line, every technical choice, and every single product used, from food-grade lubricants to hot melt adhesives, must meet extremely high standards to prevent contamination, ensure operational continuity, and protect final product quality.
This is the context of the long-standing collaboration between Mascherpa and the Brescia Dairy Plant, a reference point for milk and dairy production and distribution in Italy. For over twenty years, Mascherpa has been providing the plant with customized solutions in food machinery lubricants and hot melt adhesives for labeling, contributing to concrete improvements in plant efficiency.
Choosing the Right Food-Grade Lubricant: the Blow Molding Machine Case
In packaged milk production, one of the most critical machines is the blow molding machine used to create bottles. This equipment operates under particularly demanding conditions: high temperatures, rapid cycles, and heavy loads require a lubricant capable of ensuring stability and consistent performance without compromising food safety.
Mascherpa identified PURITY™ FG Synthetic Heavy 220 food-grade lubricant by Petro-Canada Lubricants as the ideal solution. This product was selected for its ability to:
- Maintain effective lubrication even under extreme conditions
- Reduce component wear, extending their lifespan
- Minimize machine downtime, promoting production continuity
- Offer complete food certifications, including NSF H1, ISO 21469, Kosher, and Halal
The introduction of this food-grade lubricating oil has led to concrete results in reducing maintenance and improving operational efficiency, fully meeting the requirements imposed by food lubricant regulations.
Optimized Labeling: Fewer Strands, more Reliability
The other strategic intervention area involved the labeling machine. Here too, the objective was twofold: optimize the production process and ensure impeccable hygiene levels.
The previously used hot melt adhesive caused problems such as stringing, irregular bonding, and label alignment difficulties. Mascherpa responded by introducing BAMFutura 803, an adhesive from the H.B. Fuller range, designed for high-speed labeling.
The improvements observed were immediate:
- Elimination of stringing and improved line cleanliness
- More effective label adhesion to bottles, even on difficult materials
- Precision in alignment, with a more orderly and professional visual result
- Reduced maintenance interventions and greater stability over time
This type of adhesive has proven particularly useful in production environments like the Brescia Dairy Plant, where the aesthetic and functional performance of the label are integral to the quality perceived by consumers.
Constant and Targeted Technical Support
The success of this project is based not only on the quality of the products used but also on a structured consultative approach. Mascherpa goes beyond simply supplying food machinery lubricants or industrial adhesives: the added value lies in constant support to technical managers, on-site problem assessment, and identification of customized solutions.
The collaboration included:
- Analysis of plant-specific issues
- Selection of suitable food-grade lubricants for each specific application
- Consultation for integrating hot melt adhesives in the labeling phase
- Results monitoring and technical validation support
This approach has allowed the Dairy Plant to achieve tangible benefits, including greater plant efficiency, reduced downtime, improved line hygiene, and enhanced regulatory compliance.
Lubricants and Adhesives: Two Levers for Operational Continuity
In high-intensity food production, the benefits of optimal management of lubricants and adhesives extend beyond individual line phases: they have a systemic impact on overall productivity.
PURITY™ FG Synthetic Heavy 220 has ensured safe lubrication and high performance on the blow molding machine, with reduced downtime and increased component longevity.
BAMFutura 803 has enabled more precise labeling, with less waste, less maintenance, and better visual results on shelf.
“For us, safety and efficiency go hand in hand. Mascherpa’s solutions have allowed us to improve productivity and work with greater reliability across the entire line.”
— Raffaele Bombardieri, Technical Maintenance Director
A Proven Solution for the Entire Food Industry
The case of the Brescia Dairy Plant is just one example demonstrating the effectiveness of Mascherpa’s approach to the food industry. The company offers a complete range of certified and reliable solutions for food lubrication and packaging:
- PURITY™ FG food-grade lubricants: formulated to ensure high performance, resistance to loads and washing, and regulatory compliance.
- H.B. Fuller hot melt adhesives: designed to provide secure bonding, line cleanliness, and adhesion on complex surfaces.
With a complete portfolio of food industry lubricants and technical adhesives, Mascherpa can meet the most complex requirements in the food processing machinery sector.
Conclusion
The collaboration between Mascherpa and the Brescia Dairy Plant is an emblematic case of how choosing the right food-grade lubricants and hot melt adhesives, combined with precise technical support, can generate concrete value: enhanced safety, improved efficiency, and guaranteed production continuity.
Mascherpa proves to be the ideal partner for all companies seeking to:
- Improve the reliability of food processing machinery
- Reduce downtime and simplify maintenance
- Operate in compliance with food regulations
- Achieve measurable results, even on complex systems
Contact us to receive personalized consultation and discover how our food-grade lubricants and hot melt adhesives can improve your plant’s performance.
