The Special Valve Grease is suitable for use on valve and bearing lubrication systems that come into contact with food during production.
Attributes: Hot water resistant, long-term lubricating, silicone-free
Temperature range: – 20 to + 120 °C
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Frequently asked questions about Special Valve Grease ALM
ALM Special Valve Grease is a food-grade multi-purpose grease for the food and beverage industry. It is suitable for lubricating:
- valves and fittings
- plain and rolling bearings
- chain drives and gear units
- slides
- guides
- lubrication points where incidental food contact may occur
The grease provides excellent wear protection and long-lasting lubrication.
The grease complies with FDA regulation 21 CFR 178.3570 (H1) and is suitable for applications in the food industry where technically unavoidable incidental food contact may occur. In addition, it is physiologically harmless and non-toxic.
Key properties include:
- high wear protection
- long-lasting lubrication
- resistant to hot water
- suitable for heavy-duty applications
- wide operating temperature range
- non-toxic
These characteristics make the grease suitable for demanding lubrication tasks in food-related environments.
The recommended operating temperature range is from -20 °C to +120 °C. The dropping point is 260 °C, providing excellent stability even at elevated temperatures.
Its hot-water-resistant properties make the grease particularly suitable for valves, bearings and lubrication points that are regularly exposed to warm water or moisture.
Under proper storage conditions, the shelf life is:
- at least 3 years in unopened containers
- at least 1 year after opening
Typical applications include:
- food processing industry
- beverage industry
- breweries
- dairies
- bottling plants
- production facilities with food-related lubrication points
