— FOOD-GRADE LUBRICANTS — NSF H1 CERTIFIED
Safe. Compliant.
Running Reliably.
In food and beverage manufacturing, the wrong lubricant is not a maintenance issue — it is a product recall. NSF H1 certified food-grade lubricants are the only acceptable choice for applications with potential food contact. We supply, specify, and support the full Klüber food-grade range across East Africa.
— THE REAL CHALLENGES
Food Production Demands
More Than Standard Lubrication.
“Standard industrial lubricants are not designed for food environments — and using them in one creates risk that goes far beyond equipment failure.”
Food and beverage manufacturing environments present lubrication challenges that standard industrial products cannot address. The consequences of using the wrong lubricant extend beyond maintenance — into food safety, regulatory compliance, and brand reputation.
Contamination Risk
Any lubricant in incidental contact with food must be NSF H1 certified. Using an uncertified product — even unknowingly — creates contamination risk that can trigger a product recall and audit failure.
Frequent Washdowns
High-pressure water, steam, and aggressive cleaning chemicals wash out standard lubricants rapidly — leaving equipment unprotected and requiring constant reapplication.
Wide Temperature Ranges
Food plants operate across extreme temperature ranges — from refrigerated storage to high-temperature ovens and pasteurisers. Standard lubricants fail at either extreme.
Audit & Compliance Demands
HACCP, BRC, ISO 22000, and FDA audits require documented evidence of compliant lubrication — including product certificates, SDS sheets, and application records.
— WHAT FOOD-GRADE LUBRICATION DELIVERS
Four Outcomes.
All Non-Negotiable.
Correct food-grade lubrication delivers simultaneously across compliance, safety, reliability, and protection — not as separate priorities but as a single integrated outcome.
01
FOOD SAFETY & COMPLIANCE
NSF H1, ISO 21469, FDA, Halal, and Kosher certified — meeting HACCP and audit requirements with full documentation. Contamination risk eliminated at the lubricant level.
02
MICROBIOLOGICAL SECURITY
Formulated to prevent microbial growth and biofilm formation — even in humid, wet, and washdown environments where standard lubricants create biological risk.
03
ADVANCED COMPONENT PROTECTION
Non-toxic EP and anti-wear additives protect bearings, gears, and drives for up to 300% longer component life — without any compromise to food safety certification.
04
CORROSION RESISTANCE
Reliable protection against water, steam, and cleaning chemicals that cause premature corrosion and component failure in food processing environments.
— FOOD-GRADE PRODUCT RANGE
The Right Food-Grade Lubricant
For Every Application.
Every food-grade lubricant in the Klüber range is NSF H1 certified. Selection is based on the specific application — not a single product applied across all points.
NSF H1 CERTIFIED
Food-Grade Greases
High-performance greases for bearings, motors, shafts, mixers, and washdown areas — maintaining lubrication under water exposure, temperature cycling, and cleaning chemical contact.
- Bearings and rolling elements
- Motors and shafts
- Mixers and agitators
- Oven and high-temperature bearings
- Washdown area components
NSF H1 CERTIFIED
Food-Grade Oils
Specialty oils for gearboxes, hydraulic systems, compressors, vacuum pumps, pneumatic systems, and chains — providing full lubrication performance with complete food safety compliance.
- Gearboxes and drives
- Hydraulic systems
- Compressors and vacuum pumps
- Pneumatic systems
- Chains and conveyors
NSF H1 CERTIFIED
Food-Grade Sprays & Pastes
Maintenance sprays, assembly pastes, anti-seize compounds, and rust prevention products for spot lubrication, assembly work, and protection of exposed components in food environments.
- Spot lubrication in tight spaces
- Assembly and fitting work
- Anti-seize on threaded connections
- Corrosion and rust prevention
- Seals and valves
— FULL KLÜBER NSF H1 RANGE
Every Application.
Covered.
The Klüber NSF H1 range covers every lubrication application point in a food or beverage plant. The table below maps product categories to their specific applications.
| Product Category | Typical Applications |
|---|---|
| General-purpose food-grade greases | Plain and roller bearings across a wide range of speeds and loads |
| Food-grade gear oils | Spur, bevel, worm, and helical gear systems throughout the plant |
| High-temperature food-grade greases | Applications up to 250°C — ovens, dryers, and pasteurisers |
| Food-grade chain oils | All chain types including high-temperature oven and conveyor chains |
| Air compressor & refrigeration oils | Rotary screw, vane, and reciprocating compressor equipment |
| Hydraulic & pneumatic oils | All hydraulic system components and pneumatic actuators |
| Vacuum pump oils | All vacuum pump technologies used in food processing |
| Sugar dissolving oils | Systems exposed to sugar crystallisation in confectionery and beverage plants |
| Silicone-based greases and oils | Seals, valves, plastic components, and rubber contact applications |
| Maintenance products | Sprays, assembly pastes, cleaners, and rust protection for all maintenance work |
— PACKAGING OPTIONS
Right-Sized for
Your Operation.
Food-grade lubricants are available in a range of packaging sizes — from precision applicators for small maintenance tasks to bulk quantities for high-volume operations. Not all sizes are available for every product — our team will advise the best option.
GREASES
Grease Packaging
- 60g packs — precision applications
- 370g / 400g cartridges — standard lubrication guns
- 1kg cans — medium-scale maintenance
- 25kg buckets — large-scale operations
** Cartridge sizes suit standard grease guns used in most maintenance programmes.
OILS
Oil Packaging
- 1L bottles — small applications and trials
- 5L pails — medium-scale operations
- 20L pails — high-frequency applications
- 200L drums — high-volume industrial use
** Drum quantities available for operations with high lubricant consumption across multiple lines.
SPRAYS & PASTES
Spray & Paste Packaging
- 250ml cans — precise application in tight spaces
- 400ml cans — general maintenance use
- Paste tubes and cartridges — assembly applications
** Aerosol sprays are designed for controlled application where excess lubricant must be avoided near food contact surfaces.
Note: Not all sizes are available for every product — our team will advise the best option for your operation.
— SECTOR APPLICATION
Food-Grade Lubrication Across
Every Food Sector.
Every food sector has specific lubrication requirements. The application, the compliance standard, and the operating environment determine which product is correct — and we engineer the selection for each one.
DAIRY PROCESSING
Dairy & Milk Processing
NSF H1 greases with high washdown resistance for separators, homogenisers, filling lines, and CIP-compatible components in high-hygiene dairy environments.
BAKERY & CONFECTIONARY
Bakery & Food Processing
High-temperature chain and oven lubricants for conveyor chains, oven bands, and baking equipment operating under continuous high heat with food contact risk.
MEAT & POULTRY
Meat & Poultry Processing
Moisture and bacteria-resistant greases for slaughter, processing, and packaging equipment under continuous water exposure and rigorous washdown protocols.
BEVERAGE PRODUCTION
Beverage Manufacturing
Gear oils for bottling lines and conveyors, chain lubricants for high-speed filling lines, and bearing greases resistant to sugar, water, and cleaning agents.
PHARMACEUTICAL & COSMETICS
Pharmaceutical & Cosmetics
Cleanroom-compatible lubricants meeting pharmaceutical-grade purity requirements — with full regulatory documentation for GMP and FDA audit compliance.
GENERAL FOOD MANUFACTURING
Other Food Sector
If your sector is not listed — your food-grade lubrication requirements are equally specific. We apply the same structured approach to every application we encounter.
— BEYOND PRODUCTS
Structured Support for
Compliant Lubrication.
Effective food-grade lubrication requires more than product selection. The right lubricant in the wrong application — or applied incorrectly — still creates risk. We provide the engineering support that ensures food-grade lubrication is implemented correctly and maintained reliably.
01. Lubrication Assessments & Audits
A full review of your current lubrication programme — identifying non-compliant products, incorrect applications, and contamination risks before your next audit.
02. Application-Specific Selection
Product selection based on your exact equipment, operating conditions, and compliance requirements — not a standard recommendation applied across all points.
03. Programme Development
A structured food-grade lubrication programme — documented, scheduled, and aligned with your HACCP plan and food safety management system.
04. Technical Training
Lubrication training for your maintenance team — correct application, contamination control, and the documentation required for food safety audits.
— GET STARTED
Improve Food Safety and Equipment Reliability.
Let us assess your lubrication programme and recommend the exact NSF H1 solutions for your operations — aligned with your compliance requirements, your equipment, and your audit schedule. No obligation.