When lubrication makes the difference

Where steel, salt and gravity collide, lubrication determines performance, safety and service life.

In ports, on quaysides and offshore platforms, cranes operate under conditions that no other system would tolerate. Salt, moisture, dirt, vibration and extreme load changes attack every centimetre of steel – especially where movement occurs: on rails, wheel flanges, slewing rings and wire ropes. This is exactly where lubrication determines efficiency, safety and service life.
The Crane Rail Lubricator CRL‑101 ensures that even slow‑moving gantry cranes run quietly, cleanly and with minimal wear. Two precisely guided lubrication rollers apply the lubricant evenly to both flanks of the crane rail – with no brush wear, no unnecessary consumption and no environmental impact. A P205 multi‑line pump and a progressive SSV6 metering device deliver exactly the amount required. No more. No less.
While the crane continues to operate, the system protects rails and wheels, reduces noise emissions in populated harbour areas and noticeably lowers operating costs. Robustly designed and suitable for all common greases – including biodegradable lubricants.
But the rail is only the beginning.
Wire ropes that lift tons deserve the same protection. The Lincoln Wire Rope Lubricator drives lubricant deep into the core of every strand – up to 90% faster than manual methods. The result: ropes last six to eight times longer, corrosion is stopped and safety increases significantly. The matching Groove Cleaner removes dirt and old grease beforehand so the new lubricant can penetrate optimally.
For drum‑based supply, the Lubrigun is ready: a powerful, air‑operated pump that delivers reliably even under the toughest conditions.
Together, these systems form an invisible protective layer for every movement of the crane – from the wheel flange to the last wire strand. Less wear, less downtime, less risk. More efficiency, more safety, more service life.

Crane with CRL-101

3D rendering of a crane with two CRL-101 systems mounted. The system consists of a P205 pump, SSV-K metering devices, the CRL lubricator and all necessary hoses and fittings.

CRL‑101 – Crane Rail Lubricator

The CRL‑101 lubricates the wheel flanks of slow‑moving cranes evenly and precisely using two lubrication rollers. It reduces wear, noise and lubricant consumption and operates almost maintenance‑free since no brushes are used.

P205 Multi‑line Lubrication Pump

The P205 is a robust multi‑line pump that reliably delivers lubricant over long distances. It supplies the CRL‑101 or other systems with accurately metered quantities.

Lincoln Wire Rope Lubricator

This device lubricates wire ropes quickly and deeply, pressing lubricant into the core of each strand. It extends rope life by six to eight times and reduces lubrication time by up to 90%.

Groove Cleaner

The Groove Cleaner removes dirt and old grease from wire rope grooves before lubrication, ensuring optimal penetration of fresh lubricant and effective corrosion protection.

Lubrigun 82050

The Lubrigun is a powerful air‑operated pump for drum‑based lubrication. It delivers high pressure reliably even in harsh industrial environments.

ZPU Dual‑line Pumps

SKF’s dual‑line systems provide reliable, high‑pressure lubrication for large industrial installations by alternating between two main lines to ensure continuous supply even under blockage conditions.

P253 Smart with eLube app on phone

Progressive automatic lubrication systems consisting of progressive pumps, metering devices and control and monitoring devices are very common solutions for most reliable grease lubrication. The SKF eLube App makes pump setup, monitoring, and maintenance effortless by giving you realtime insights, easy configuration, and seamless Bluetooth connectivity—all from your mobile device.