The World of Automatic Lubrication

 

perma single point lubricators perma single point lubricators perma-tec has been providing innovative and creative lubrication solutions for more than 45 years. Our single- and multi-point lubrication systems can be found in all types of industries and applications around the world perma-tec's leadership in single-point lubrication is based on many patents and specially certified products. All perma products meet "Made in Germany" quality standards because they are developed, tested and manufactured at our German headquarters. perma-tec'sknow-how and the network of subsidiaries and competent partners around the world result in lubrication solutions that meet the highest technical requirements.

 

Today, anyone looking for safe, effective and long-term economical lubrication of equipment takes advantage of automatic lubrication. perma offers an optimal solution for any lubrication point in terms of technology, economy, and workplace safety aspects.

 

Lubricant selection is an important factor for achieving extended bearing service life. To increase the process safety of your machines and equipment you must select the right lubricant, the right place, the right time and the right amount.
perma-tec's lubricant selection program helps you to select a lubricant that is especially suited for a specific application and for use in perma lubrication systems.

It has never been so easy to integrate automatic lubrication systems in existing production processes. Our expertise is based on many years of experience and global know-how. perma customers obtain all necessary components from a single supplier and also benefit from service and support to implement customised lubrication solutions.

 

Types of Accessories

Lubricant selection is an important factor for achieving extended bearing service life. To increase the process safety of your machines and equipment you must select the right lubricant, the right place, the right time and the right amount.

perma's lubricant selection program helps you to select a lubricant that is especially suited for a specific application and for use in perma lubrication systems.

perma has the right lubrication system for every industry. Depending on requirements, single- or multi-point lubrication systems are used, which have been proven in practice for more than 50 years.

Continuous product developments help to meet individual requirements on site. Since 1964 more than 55 million perma lubrication systems have been sold worldwide in all industries.

Operating Instructions and Manuals

Advantages at a Glance

Every 11 seconds, a perma lubrication system is installed or exchanged, worldwide. Manual lubrication is a thing of the past! Today, anyone looking for safe, effective and long-term economical lubrication of equipment takes advantage of automatic lubrication. perma offers ideal technical and economical solutions for any lubrication point.

 

Technical Aspects

perma simplifies maintenance work

It's easy to change from manual lubrication to perma lubrication systems: perma lubrication systems can be used wherever there are lubrication points. The product portfolio ranges from the robust single-point lubrication system to the individual supply of up to 600 different lubrication points.

  • Discharge periods from 1 day to 36 months
  • Lubricant volumes from 30 cm³ to 7,000 cm³
  • Operating temperatures from -40 °C to +60 °C
  • Lubrication systems with high-performance lubricants up to NLGI 2


Manual vs. automatic lubrication

Over-lubrication (too much lubricant)

  • Increase in operating temperature
  • Damage to contact seals
  • Excessive lubricant consumption

 

Lubrication starvation (too little lubricant)

  • Increase in friction and wear
  • Risk of dry runs

>> Automatic lubrication with perma lubrication systems ensures constant supply of the ideal lubricant quantity. Unlike manual lubrication, over-lubrication or lubrication starvation can be prevented.

 

Equipment Availability

perma helps prevent up to 75 % of roller bearing failures

Premature wear causes unwanted downtimes. Well-thought-out lubrication strategies have a great influence on extending the service life of greased bearings. Lubrication with perma lubrication systems can prevent up to 75 % of all bearing failures. The diagram below highlights the causes of premature bearing failures.

  • Reliable supply of fresh lubricant to lubrication points
  • High equipment availability with permanent relubrication
  • Reduction in maintenance costs and unscheduled machine downtimes


 

perma prevents contamination from liquids and dirt particles

Contamination due to water and solids speeds up wear and shortens bearing service life. By applying fresh lubricant, perma automatic lubrication systems prevent ingress of liquids, dirt and dust, thus increasing bearing service life.

  • Permanent lubrication prevents ingress of dirt particles and liquids into bearings
  • Protection against friction and wear in the bearings
  • Increase in bearing service life


 

Causes of failure in roller bearings

  • Insufficient lubricant quantity
  • Aged lubricant
  • Unsuitable lubricants
  • Solid contamination

Sources: Internal calculations: Material, time and maintenance requirements / Figures from the roller bearing industry and insurance companies.

 

 

Cost Effectiveness

perma reduces costs by up to 25 %

 

perma lubrication systems help to reduce costs significantly. Constant automatic lubrication minimises premature wear and downtimes. Expensive repair and maintenance costs are reduced.

  • High equipment availability through automation
  • Maintenance intervals can be scheduled during downtimes
  • Reduction in repair and maintenance costs
  • Management of lubrication points with lubrication systems using free perma MLP Software


 

Cost savings with automatic lubrication

Comparing manual lubrication with perma lubrication shows savings potential in different areas.

The following areas have the biggest savings potential:

  • Reduction in downtimes
  • Machine repair costs

Sources: Internal calculations: Material, time and maintenance requirements / figures from the roller bearing industry and insurance companies.

The perma quality management system is certified to DIN EN ISO 9001 and EN ISO/IEC 80079-34.

Workplace Safety

 

perma reduces the risk of accidents by up to 90 %

Using perma lubrication systems increases workplace safety. perma lubrication systems minimise contact between human and machine and make an important contribution to workplace safety.

  • Reduction of time spent in hard-to-access dangerous areas
  • Lubrication systems prevent direct contact with hazardous lubricants
  • Reduction of slipping accidents caused by lubricant contamination


Environmental Protection

 

perma – certified environmental management system

The perma environmental management system is certified to DIN EN ISO 14001. Lubricant consumption is reduced by matching the lubricant quantity to the respective application. Reusable, environmentally friendly components will help to minimise energy and material costs in your company.

  • Reduction of lubricant consumption with needs-based metering
  • No lubricant contamination thanks to enclosed systems
  • Reusable components help minimise energy and material costs


The perma environmental management system is certified to DIN EN ISO 14001.


Extended equipment service life with the right lubricant

Lubricant selection is an important factor for achieving extended bearing service life. To increase the process safety of your machines and equipment you must select the right lubricant, the right place, the right time and the right amount.

perma-tec's lubricant selection program helps you to select a lubricant that is especially suited for a specific application and for use in perma lubrication systems.

 

 

 

Overview of all standard lubricants from perma

 
 

Download lubricant data sheets

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Reducers / Oil throttles

 
Reducers / reducer coupling                                                                        Part number
Reducer R1/2o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 1
26.0011.500  
Reducer G1/8o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 2 26.0011.501
Reducer G1/8o x G1/4i, Stainless steel 1.4571 / Fig. 3 26.0012.501
Reducer G1/4o x G1/8i, Brass / Fig. 4 26.0011.503
Reducer R3/4o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 5 26.0011.504
Reducer R3/8o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 6 26.0011.505
Reducer M6o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 7 26.0011.511
Reducer M6o x G1/4i, Stainless steel 1.4571 / Fig. 8 26.0012.511
Reducer M8x1o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 9 26.0011.514
Reducer M8x1o x G1/4i, Stainless steel 1.4571 / Fig. 10
26.0012.514  
Reducer M8o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 11 26.0011.515
Reducer M8o x G1/4i, Stainless steel 1.4571 / Fig. 12
26.0012.515  
Reducer M10x1o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 13 26.0011.518
Reducer M10x1o x G1/4i, Stainless steel 1.4571 / Fig. 14 26.0012.518
Reducer M10o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 15 26.0011.520
Reducer M12o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 16 26.0011.524
Reducer M12x1o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 17 26.0011.525
Reducer M12x1.5o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 18
26.0011.526  
Reducer M14x1.5o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 19
26.0011.528  
Reducer M14o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 20 26.0011.529
Reducer M16o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 21 26.0011.530
Reducer M16x1,5o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 22 26.0011.531
Reducer 1/4“o x G1/4i, Brass / Fig. 23 26.0011.533
Reducer coupling G3/8i to G1/8i
for tube oØ 8 mm, nickel plated / Fig. 24
27.005.081

 

 
 
Oil retaining valves                                                                                                Part number
Oil retaining valve up to +60 °C (plastic valve), Brass / Pic. 1 26.001.653
Oil retaining valve up to +60 °C (plastic valve),
Stainless steel 1.4571 / Pic. 2
26.0012.810
Oil retaining valve up to +150 °C (metal valve), Brass / Pic. 3 26.0011.811 
 
Accessories stainless steel                                                                        Part number
Bracket 26 0012 150
Insert for Bracket 26 0012 151
Tube connection for perma 26 0012 202
Tube connection G1/4
26 0012 203  
Angle 45° G1/4 (see pic. above right) 26 0012 300
Reducer G1/8 26 0012 501
Reducer M6 26 0012 511
Reducer M8x1
26 0012 514  
Reducer M8 26 0012 515
Reducer M10x1 26 0012 518
Extension G1/4 45 mm 26 0012 701
Extension G1/4 75 mm 26 0012 702
Oil throttle (up to +60° C) 26 0012 810

 

 

Tube connections / Tubes

 
Tube connectors / tubes - Standard: oØ 8 mm x iØ 6 mm            Part Number
Tube connector for perma G1/4i, Standard / Pic. 1 26.001.202
Tube connector for perma G1/4i, Brass / Pic. 2 26.0011.202
Tube connector for perma G1/4i, Stainless steel 1.4401 / Pic. 3 26.0012.202
Tube connector G1/4o, Standard / Pic. 4
26.001.203  
Tube connector G1/4o, Brass / Pic. 5 26.0011.203
Tube connector G1/4o, Stainless steel 1.4401 / Pic. 6 26.0012.203
Tube connector G1/8o, Standard / Pic. 7
26.001.204  
Tube (PA) up to +80 °C oØ 8 mm x iØ 6 mm (per meter) / Pic. 8
26.001.250  

 

 
 
Tube connectors / tubes                                                                                     Part number
Tube connector G1/8o straight for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter Pic. 1
26.003.904  
Tube connector G1/8o straight for tubes with 8 mm outer diameter Pic. 2 27.008.0101
Tube connector G1/8o 90° - rotary type for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 3 26.003.907
Tube connector G1/8o 90° - rotary type for tubes with 8 mm outer diameter / Pic. 4 27.008.011
Tube connector G1/4o straight for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter Pic. 5 26.003.905
Tube connector G1/4o straight for tubes with 8 mm outer diameter Pic. 6
27.005.011
Tube connector G1/4i straight for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 7 27.005.038
Tube connector G1/4i straight for tubes with 8 mm outer diameter / Pic. 8
27.005.026  
Tube connector G1/4o 90° - rotary type for tubes with 8 mm outer diameter / Pic. 9 27.005.012
Tube connector G3/8o straight for tubes with 8 mm outer
diameter Pic. 10
27.005.013  
Tube connector M5o straight for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 11 26.003.906
Tube connector M6o straight for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 12
27.005.036  
Tube connector M6o 90° - swivel type for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 13 27.005.042
Tube connector M6x0.75o 90° - swivel type for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 14
27.005.043
Tube connector M8x1o straight for tubes with 6 mm outer
diameter Pic. 15
27.005.044
Tube connector M10x1o straight for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 16 27.005.037
Tube connector M8x1o 90° - rotary type for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 17
27.005.034
Tube connector M10x1o 90° - rotary type for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 18
27.005.035
 
Y-connector for tube for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 19
27.005.041
 
Y-connector for tube for tubes with 8 mm outer diameter / Pic. 20
27.005.040
Extension for tube oØ 6 mm to oØ 8 mm for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 21
27.005.039
Tube prefi ll adapter for tubes with 6 mm outer diameter / Pic. 22
27.005.066
Tube prefi ll adapter for tubes with 8 mm outer diameter / Pic. 23
27.005.058
Tube black (per meter), oØ 6 mm x iØ 4 mm for perma ECOSY / Pic. 24
27.005.016
Tube black (per meter), oØ 8 mm x iØ 5 mm for perma PRO / Pic. 25
27.008.009
Tube translucent (per meter), oØ 6 mm x iØ 4 mm for perma ECOSY
Pic. 26
27.005.008

 

 
  Copper pipe / fittings                                                                                           Part number
Copper pipe oØ 8 mm x iØ 6 mm (per meter) / Pic. 27 27.005.033
Cutting ring coupling R1/4i for copper pipe / Pic. 28
27.005.045
Cutting ring coupling R1/4o for copper pipe / Pic. 29
27.005.046
 

Brushes

 
Oil brushes                                                                                                             Part number
Oil brush Ø20 mm G1/4i
Brush with horsehair up to 80 °C / Pic. 1
26.001.400
Oil brush 40 x 30 mm G1/4i thread on top
Brush with horsehair up to 80 °C / Pic. 2
26.001.410
Oil brush 40 x 30 mm G1/4i thread on top
High temperature brush with PPS-bristles up to 180 °C / Pic. 3
26.001.420
Oil brush 40 x 30 mm G1/4i thread on top
High temperature brush with stainless steel bristles up to 350 °C / Pic. 4
26.001.430
 
Oil brush 60 x 30 mm G1/4i thread on top
Brush with horsehair up to 80 °C / Pic. 5
26.001.411
Oil brush 60 x 30 mm G1/4i thread on top
High temperature brush with PPS-bristles up to 180 °C / Pic. 6
26.001.421
Oil brush 60 x 30 mm G1/4i thread on top
High temperature brush with stainless steel bristles up to 350 °C / Pic. 7
26.001.431
Oil brush 100 x 30 mm G1/4i thread on top
Brush with horsehair up to 80 °C / Pic. 8
26.001.412
 
Oil brush 100 x 30 mm G1/4i thread on top
High temperature brush with PPS-bristles up to 180 °C / Pic. 9
26.001.422
Oil brush 100 x 30 mm G1/4i thread on top
High temperature brush with stainless steel bristles up to 350 °C / Pic. 10
26.001.432
Oil brush 40 x 30 mm G1/4i lateral thread
Brush with horsehair up to 80 °C / Pic. 11
26.001.447  
Oil brush 60 x 30 mm G1/4i lateral thread
Brush with horsehair up to 80 °C / Pic. 12
26.001.448

 

 

Angles
Angles                                                                                                                                                                Part Number
Angle 45° G1/4o x G1/4i, Brass / Pic. 1
26.0011.300
Angle 45° G1/4o x G1/4i, Stainless steel 1.4401 / Pic. 2
26.0012.301
Angle 45° M6o x G1/4i, Brass / Pic. 3
26.0011.304
Angle 45° M8x1o x G1/4i, Brass / Pic. 4
26.0011.305
Angle 45° M10x1o x G1/4i, Brass / Pic. 5
26.0011.306
Angle 90° G1/4o x G1/4i, Brass / Pic. 6
26.0011.350
 
Angle 90° G1/4o x G1/4i, Stainless steel 1.4401 / Pic. 7
26.0012.350
Angle 90° M6o x G1/4i, Brass / Pic. 8
26.0011.353
Angle 90° M8x1o x G1/4i, Brass / Pic. 9
26.001.204  
Angle 90° M10x1o x G1/4i, Brass / Pic. 10
26.0011.355
 

 

 

Others

Special solutions for special applications – designed by perma

CWL-System

OGL-System

Lubrication Box 

Rail oiler with felt / brush insert

CWL-System (Crane Wheel Lubrication)

Reduces crane downtime caused by unscheduled maintenance

 

The perma CWL kit is an automatic lubrication system designed for the lubrication of wheel flanges on cranes.   The set consists of a perma STAR VARIO with Lcunit 250cc and the CWL applicator assy.

CWL-System Function

The lubricator perma STAR VARIO pushes lubricant through a tube into the CWL applicator assy. The spring loaded applicator applies it to the wheel flange.
 
 When the crane wheel turns, the special lubricant is transported from the wheel flange to the side of the sliding rail. This reduces the wear on the wheel flange and extends the crane's operating time.

CWL-System - Product characteristics - Applications - Your advantages

Characteristics 
  • works fully automatically,
  • works independent of temperature, precise discharge
  • perfect fit with flexible tube
  • systematic wheel flange lubrication

Applications
 
The system is designed for use on wheel flanges (cranes, etc.)and comes with a perma STAR VARIO LC 250 filled with a special lubricant.
 
Advantages
  • Reduces unscheduled crane downtime
  • Reduces maintenance costs by increasing crane service life
  • Simple installation
  • Comes as a complete kit: lubricator, CWL-Assy, tube and connection parts.
  • Verify able references available
  • Reduces rail wear
  • Remote mounting makes LC-unit exchange simple

CWL Lubrication System Part numbers

CWL Lubrication System                                                                     Part number
CWL mounting set without 400 g cartrige
27 0006 300
CWL mounting set with 400 g cartridge
27 006 381
 
  CWL re-order parts                                                                            Part number
CWL Applicator Assy
27 006 001
CWL Applicator insert-replacement
27 006 002
STAR VARIO Drive unit
21 002 381
LC-unit L250 filled with S250
162 250 380
STAR VARIO Battery pack
21 000 000
 

OGL-System (Open Gear Lubrication)

Flexible lubrication for open Gears

 

The OGL system is a special solution for applying grease to open gears. An elastic rubber applicator (paddle) is mounted between the teeth.

OGL-System - Mode of operation

An elastic rubber applicator (paddle) is mounted between the teeth. The connected perma lubricator pushes grease into the rubber applicator. When the wheel turns, the paddle applies grease to the flange of each tooth.
   Since the OGL only applies small grease amounts, it is both economical and environmentally friendly. The no-wear and maintenance-free OGL system offers ideal lubrication for open gears.

OGL-System - Product characteristics - Applications - Your advantages

Characteristics

  • works fully automatically, temperature independent, precise discharge
  • flexible rubber applicator
Applications
 
The OGL system is a special solution for applying grease to open gears. The elastic rubber applicator (paddle) is mounted between the teeth. 
 
Advantages
  • The OGL works in any direction and with many module sizes
  • Lubricant effects the complete contact area
  • Easy installation and permanent discharges of small lubricant doses saves time and lubricant

OGL Lubrication System Part numbers

OGL Lubrication System                                                                     Part number
OGL mounting set with 400 g cartridge
27 007 381
 

Lubrication Box

The ideal accessory for chain lubrication.
 
Oil lubrication box with oil reservoir for chain lubrication (e. g. on transport chains), where lubrication must be done from underneath.

Lubrication Box Part numbers

Lubrication Box                                                                                      Part number
Chain lubrication box
26 002 955
Rotating brush for chain lubrication box
26 001 957
 

Rail oiler with felt / brush insert

The ideal accessory for sliding guide lubrication   To be used for oil lubrication of sliding guides
(e. g. on elevator guides, high lift guides).

Rail oiler with foam insert - part numbers

 
  Rail oil with felt / brush insert                                                        Part number
Rail oiler – brush
gap width 8 - 16 mm
On request 5-16 mm
Rail oiler – brush
gap width 16 - 28 mm
On request 16-28 mm
Rail oiler with felt insert
gap width 5 mm
27 003 001
Rail oiler with felt insert
gap width 9 mm
27 003 002
Rail oiler with felt insert
gap width 16 mm
27 003 003
 

Reliability, cleanliness and maximum productivity, even under the most extreme conditions

 
The smallest malfunction, even if it only affects one component of the equipment, can cause machine breakdowns resulting in high repair costs.
Production downtimes that are caused by incorrect lubrication can be prevented with automatic perma lubrication systems. On electric motors, pumps, blowers and in hard to reach places,
 
 

 

perma lubrication systems guarantee uninterrupted, maintenance-free, long-term lubrication from 1 to 24 months. They also prevent contamination caused by dust, moisture and others by hermetically sealing lubrication points.

Automotive industry

 
At every manufacturing stage of the vehicle, specially suited automatic lubrication systems from perma reliably supply all types of lubrication points with the correct amount of lubricant.
 

High-end solutions like perma NET ensure that each lubrication point – even in long production lines – is individually lubricated.

Mining

 
Rough conditions, as in the cement, quarrying, and mining industries, require maintenance-free, precise and permanent lubrication. At the same time it is extremely important
  that all lubrication points and seals (between shaft and bearing housing) are totally protected against environmental influences.

Conveyor belts

  Application details:                                                     
Machine part
    Roller bearing
Problem
Extreme dust.Lubrication points are hard to access (high safety risk).Bearing lubrication only possible during machine stand-still.
Solution
perma CLASSIC - lubricant SF01 – discharge period 3 months
Advantages with perma lubrication
Lubrication takes place while the machine is running.Lubrication points are sealed and protected against contamination from dust and dirt. Reduces the risk of accidents.
 

Fans

  Application details:                                                     
Machine part
Roller bearing
Problem
Extreme dust and noise.Bearing lubrication only possible during machine stand-still Time consuming removal of housing for lubrication.
Solution
perma STAR VARIO - LC-unit 250 cm³ - lubricant SF01 – discharge period 12 months
Advantages with perma lubrication
Lubrication takes place while the machine is running.Reduced maintenance costs.Eliminates the time consuming housing removal.
Automatic lubrication for up to 12 months.

 

 

Chemical industry

 
Safety – one of the most important factors in all areas of the chemical industry. perma automatic lubrication systems guarantee the required safety and cleanliness. 

 
  They prevent contamination of equipment with drops of excess lubricant and ensure uninterrupted, maintenance-free, long-term lubrication.

Application area - E-motors, pumps, compressors

 
High capacity, well kept motors and engines are extremely important for a smooth operation. Automatic lubrication systems from perma provide uninterrupted, maintenance-free lubrication to pumps, motors and compressors
  for a pre-set period of 1 to 24 months. They offer safe lubrication even at hard to reach places and prevent contamination caused by dust, moisture and others by providing a lubricant seal between harsh operating conditions and machinery components.

Power plants

 
Safety and economic efficiency are two of the most important aspects for power plant operators. perma automatic lubrication systems
  minimize equipment failures caused by incorrect lubrication. This increases safety and reliability of power plants and prevents power outages.

Coal Crusher

  Application details:                                                     
Machine part
Sliding bearing
Problem
Lubrication is not possible during normal operation because of moving machine parts.
Maintenance staff must crawl under the machine in order to manually lubricate (danger of falling rocks).
Solution
perma CLASSIC – lubricant SF01 – discharge period 6 months
Advantages with perma lubrication
Automatic lubrication for 6 months. Lubrication possible during regular operation.Drastically increases workplace safety.
 

Fans

 

  Application details:                                                     
Machine part
Roller bearing
Problem
Lubrication points must be lubricated regularly and in short cycles.
Solution
perma STAR VARIO - LC-unit 250 cm³ - lubricant SF04 -discharge period 12 months
Advantages with perma lubrication
Extented machine life through consistent lubrication in small doses. Maintenance work is drastically reduced.