Article: Lubricants – The Unsung Heroes of Sustainability
Authored by John Sander, Vice President of Technology, Lubrication Engineers, Inc.
When it comes to improving sustainability in industrial operations, lubricants often don’t get the attention they deserve. Yet, they play a critical role in reducing energy consumption, cutting emissions, and increasing equipment efficiency. In this article, John Sander, Vice President of Technology at Lubrication Engineers, discusses how optimizing lubrication practices can lead to meaningful environmental and financial benefits.
What You’ll Learn
As sustainability initiatives continue to reshape manufacturing, plant managers are under increasing pressure to meet energy and emissions goals without sacrificing performance. While investments in new technologies often dominate the conversation, one of the simplest and most cost-effective improvements comes from something already used daily: lubricants.
High-performance lubricants, combined with proper application and reliability practices, can dramatically improve equipment efficiency. By reducing friction and wear, they lower energy usage, extend equipment life, and reduce maintenance frequency. These savings add up – especially in large facilities where even minor improvements in efficiency can yield significant bottom-line results.
This article explores the often-overlooked connection between lubrication and sustainability, offering insights for facilities looking to reduce their environmental footprint while improving operational performance.
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