Finding New Best Practices: Testing Ceramic Grease to Reduce Grease Consumption and Increase Efficiency in European and U.S. Pellet Mills

Abstract

Finding new best practices in wood pellet production is often a long and frustrating journey. Besides extensive testing and costly adjustments, time is a critical factor, since tests should not interfere with production plans. However, sometimes improvements approach fast. BVG AG Switzerland proved within months that it is possible to decrease lubricant consumption in pellet mills, and therefore reduce environmental impact, while increasing lifetime of components due to improved wear protection. The key to performance improvements is a solid lubricant based on ceramic.