Lubrication Engineers, a leader in the development and manufacturing of high-performance lubricants and reliability solutions, highlights Pyroshield® Syn Kiln Lubricant (9020). This non-asphaltic synthetic heavy-duty formulation offers an environmentally friendly alternative while meeting the demanding needs of the mining industry, which relies on large open gear systems in extreme conditions. The lubricant’s unique composition, featuring fine graphite and Almasol® solid additives, provides high load-carrying capacity and prevents metal-to-metal contact, ensuring optimal protection for mining equipment.
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Pyroshield Syn Kiln Lubricant boasts high film strength, enabling it to withstand high-load and heavy-shock applications even at elevated temperatures. Its impressive temperature reduction capability of 5-15% improves gear efficiency and extends equipment life, while the 95-lb Timken OK load rating ensures reliable performance under extreme pressure conditions commonly found in mining applications. The lead-free composition allows for disposal like standard petroleum oils without special handling, making it an environmentally responsible choice for mining operations seeking sustainable solutions.
The lubricant is suitable for versatile application methods, permitting manual or automatic spray system application without equipment shutdown, which is crucial for maintaining continuous mining operations. Users can expect a significant 25-50% reduction in lubricant consumption, leading to lower operational costs and reduced maintenance requirements. The proprietary Almasol additive offers remarkable temperature resistance up to 1,900 °F, maintaining protection even in extreme heat conditions often encountered in mining operations, while meeting multiple industry standards including ANSI/AGMA 9005-EO2 and major manufacturer requirements.
With a high viscosity index of 208, Pyroshield Syn Kiln Lubricant maintains consistency across wide temperature ranges, providing superior rust and corrosion protection as evidenced by passing both freshwater and seawater rust tests, which is particularly beneficial for mining equipment exposed to harsh underground conditions. The lubricant’s high Four-Ball EP Weld Point of 400 kgf demonstrates superior extreme pressure performance and wear protection, while its FZG Scuffing test rating greater than 12 proves exceptional resistance to gear scuffing under heavy loads typical in mining machinery.
Further enhancing its performance, Pyroshield Syn Kiln Lubricant achieves a Copper Corrosion rating of 1b, providing excellent protection against copper corrosion. Its Four-Ball EP Load Wear Index of 97.1 kgf and FZG Wear test results showing less than 2 mg/kWh weight loss demonstrate exceptional wear protection under extreme pressure and heavy load conditions commonly experienced in large open gears and other mining equipment. Available in quarter drums and drums to accommodate different volume needs, this lubricant’s black color with graphite content allows for visual confirmation of proper application and coverage, ensuring optimal protection for critical mining machinery.