Open Gear Lubrication & Girth Gear Spray Systems
Protect your critical gears from wear, failure, and costly downtime with a complete lubrication and reliability approach.
Why Open Gear Lubrication Fails
- Lack of condition monitoring
- Poor spray patterns
- Incorrect lubricant selection
- Misalignment and uneven load
Open Gear Lubrication & Protection
Phase A – Priming (Surface Protection)
Protects gear tooth flanks before first rotation and during installation.
Benefits:
- Prevents corrosion and surface damage
- Ensures proper initial contact conditions
Phase B – Running-in (Surface Conditioning)
Optimizes contact pattern and load distribution during early operation.
Benefits:
- Reduces risk of scuffing and premature wear
- Improves load sharing across the gear
Phase C – Operation (Long-Term Protection)
Ensures stable and efficient performance under full operating conditions.
Benefits:
- Lower friction and reduced energy consumption
- Reduced vibration and temperature
- Optimized lubricant consumption
- Consistent protection under high loads
Phase D – Gear Repair (Surface Reconditioning)
Restores damaged gear surfaces and extends service life.
Benefits:
- Reduces asperities and surface roughness
- Improves contact pattern
- Extends usable life of existing gears
Recommended Lubrication Solutions
We supply and support high-performance open gear lubricants from Klüber Lubrication:
- Priming and protection greases (Klüberplex AG 11-462, Grafloscon A-G 1 Ultra)
- Running-in lubricants (e.g., Klüberfluid B-F series)
- Operational lubricants (e.g., Klüberfluid C-F series)
- Repair lubricants (e.g., Klüberfluid D-F series)
We ensure the right selection, application, and ongoing optimization.
Open Gear Spray Lubrication Systems
Reliable lubrication requires more than the right product—it requires precise and consistent application.
We design and install automated spray lubrication systems that ensure:
- Uniform lubricant distribution across the gear
- Correct spray timing and dosage
- Reduced lubricant waste
- Improved safety by eliminating manual application
These systems are critical for achieving consistent performance and long-term gear protection.
Girth Gear Protection & Reliability Services
Lubricant selection alone does not guarantee reliability.
We provide comprehensive inspection and optimization services to ensure your system performs as intended.
Inspection & Diagnostics
- Vibration measurement on pinion bearings
- Tooth flank temperature monitoring
- Spray pattern and system performance analysis
- Silicone tooth flank impressions
- Visual inspection and load distribution assessment
Reporting & Recommendations
- Detailed inspection reports with photo documentation
- Root cause analysis of wear and damage
- Lubrication optimization recommendations
- Alignment with OEM standards
Repairs & Optimization
- Surface reconditioning using repair lubricants
- Spray system calibration and adjustment
- Lubricant consumption optimization
- Central lubrication system servicing and upgrades
Built for Cement & Mining Operations
This solution is ideal for:
- Large open gear drives
- Kiln girth gears
- Ball mills
- Vertical roller mills
From Lubrication to Reliability
At Droplex, we go Beyond The Engineering — engineering reliability where it matters most.
This is how we help your plant run reliably — every single day.
Request a Gear Inspection
And get a structured assessment of your open gear system.