Why Lubrication Is a Key Issue for Commercial Vehicles
In industrial vehicle technology, lubrication determines performance, longevity, and operating costs. Whether truck fleets, municipal vehicles, waste disposal companies, special transporters, or emergency vehicles – all of these machines are exposed to high mechanical stress every day. Inadequate lubrication can not only increase wear, but also lead to costly breakdowns or even safety risks.
Objectives of Vehicle Lubrication
A functioning lubrication system performs several essential functions simultaneously:
- Reducing friction between moving parts such as bearings, axles, bolts, or gears.
- Reducing wear by forming a protective lubricating film.
- Providing corrosion protection against moisture, dirt, salt, and other aggressive media.
- Heat dissipation, especially in systems subject to heavy use.
- Transporting contaminants and particles from the friction zone.
Typical lubrication points in commercial vehicles
Examples of particularly stressed components include:
- Steering knuckles and steering
- Spring brackets and suspensions
- Cardan shafts
- Lift arms and hydraulic systems
- Pivot bearings and coupling points
Advantages of automatic central lubrication systems
Manual lubrication is often time-consuming, inaccurate, and often neglected – especially for hard-to-reach lubrication points. This is where automatic lubrication systems come into play: They supply all relevant points with the exact amount of grease required at set intervals.
Advantages at a glance:
- Reduction in lubricant consumption through demand-based dosing
- Consistent supply even under load or in motion
- Lower maintenance costs for your repairs
- Extension of machine service life and avoidance of costly downtimes
Future-proof solutions
Modern systems enable targeted control – either via time control, position sensors, or machine control. Combined with diagnostic functions, vehicle lubrication can now be digitally monitored and evaluated. This ensures additional safety and sustainably optimizes maintenance processes.
Vehicle Lubrication
For companies with commercial vehicles, professional lubrication is not a minor issue, but a strategic cost factor. Automatic central lubrication systems offer efficiency, protection, and clear economic advantages – especially in fleets, specialty vehicles, or municipal applications.