Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease

Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease is a high-quality lubricant specifically designed for use in food and beverage processing environments where there's a chance of incidental food contact. What sets it apart is its formulation from natural seed oils, making it significantly bio-based, biodegradable, and an environmentally friendly alternative to traditional petroleum-based greases.

Absolutely, this grease is designed with food safety in mind. It's formulated in accordance with U.S. FDA regulation 21 CFR 178.3570 for "Lubricants With Incidental Food Contact," and it's also registered with the NSF Nonfood Compounds Registration Program as an H1 category lubricant, meaning it's approved for applications where incidental food contact might occur.

This grease is incredibly "green," containing an impressive 96% USDA certified biobased content. This high percentage of renewable natural seed oils, combined with its biodegradability and non-toxicity to plants, truly makes it a sustainable choice for your lubrication needs.

The Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease comes in two NLGI grades: #1 and #2. The #1 grade is typically better suited for lower-speed bearings, oscillating machinery, and applications operating in ambient or cooler temperatures, while the #2 grade is generally preferred for bearings, gears, and machine slides, offering slightly higher consistency.

This bio-based grease offers superior lubricity compared to many conventional petroleum-based greases. Beyond that, it provides excellent environmental benefits due to its natural seed oil base and biodegradability, helping you move away from potentially hazardous mineral oil products without compromising performance.

Yes, it certainly does. In addition to providing superior lubrication to moving parts, Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease is formulated to protect ferrous metals from rust and also helps protect equipment and gears under heavy shock loads.

While the product description primarily highlights its general lubrication and corrosion protection, it's designed for use on metals found in food processing machinery, offering protection for ferrous metals and suitable for multi-metal applications.

You can use this grease effectively wherever an H1 category lubricant is needed within food and beverage processing industries. This includes, but isn't limited to, low-speed bearings, oscillating machinery, gears, and machine slides.

Yes, one of the key advantages of Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease is its ability to perform well across a wide range of operating temperatures, ensuring consistent lubrication even in varied conditions.

Absolutely. This grease contains extreme pressure additives, making it well-suited for demanding lubrication applications and providing robust protection for equipment and gears that operate under heavy shock loads.

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Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease demonstrates good adhesion properties, which helps it resist water washout, ensuring your critical machinery remains lubricated even in damp or washdown environments common in food processing.

While it's specifically designed and certified for food machinery where incidental contact with food is possible, its high performance and bio-based nature mean it could be used in other general industrial applications where a sustainable, high-quality lubricant is desired, although its primary benefit is in food contact scenarios.

Machinery with moving metal parts, particularly those in food and beverage processing facilities that require H1 category lubricants, will benefit immensely. This includes conveyors, mixers, packaging equipment, and any other mechanical components that require reliable, food-safe lubrication.

Typically, you would want to ensure the surfaces are clean and free from old, incompatible greases or contaminants to maximize the performance of the new lubricant. However, specific preparation instructions would depend on the machinery's maintenance guidelines.

While the product is designed for excellent performance on its own, it's generally best practice to avoid mixing different types of greases unless compatibility is explicitly confirmed by the manufacturer. For optimal results and to maintain its H1 certification integrity, it's recommended to thoroughly clean out old grease before applying the Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease.

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When stored properly in its sealed containers, this grease has a good shelf life of up to 24 months, giving you flexibility in managing your inventory.

To avoid separation and ensure the best product performance, it's recommended to store Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease in a cool, dry area. The ideal temperature range for storage is typically between 32-86°F (0-30°C), and it should always be kept in a sealed container.

This grease is conveniently available in a few different packaging sizes to suit various needs: 14-ounce (396g) cartridges (usually sold in cartons of 12), 5-gallon (19 L) plastic pails, and larger 55-gallon (208 L) metal drums.

While it's designed to be environmentally friendly and less hazardous than traditional greases, it's always wise to follow standard industrial hygiene practices. This typically includes wearing appropriate personal protective equipment like gloves and eye protection, and referring to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for detailed safety information.

Absolutely. By providing superior lubricity, reducing friction and wear, and offering protection against rust and heavy shock loads, this grease contributes significantly to extending the operational life of your valuable food processing machinery.

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Its formulation with 96% USDA certified biobased content from renewable natural seed oils means you're choosing a product with a lower environmental footprint. Being biodegradable and non-toxic to plants further enhances its sustainability, aligning with eco-conscious operational goals.

Yes, by utilizing a USDA BioPreferred® Program qualified product like Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease, your facility can contribute to mandatory federal purchasing initiatives for biobased products, which can aid in meeting broader environmental compliance goals.

By providing excellent lubrication and protection, this grease helps prevent premature wear and corrosion of machinery components, which in turn can lead to fewer unexpected breakdowns and ultimately reduce maintenance downtime.

While not directly a "cleaner," its consistent performance and resistance to water washout can help maintain cleaner machinery and reduce the need for frequent cleaning due to grease degradation or displacement, contributing to a tidier and safer workspace.

NLGI (National Lubricating Grease Institute) grades indicate the consistency of the grease. A #1 grade is softer, suitable for lower speeds and temperatures, while a #2 grade is firmer, often used for higher speeds and heavier loads. Having both options allows for precise application based on machinery requirements.

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This certification means that an independent third-party has verified the percentage of renewable biological ingredients in the product. For Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease, the 96% content indicates a very high proportion of materials derived from natural sources, rather than petroleum.

This grease is a qualified product under the mandatory federal purchasing initiative of the USDA BioPreferred® Program because of its high USDA certified biobased content, signifying its alignment with the program's goals for promoting biobased products.

Yes, the formulation of Cortec EcoLine® Bio-Based Food Machinery Grease includes biodegradable components, meaning that if it were to be released into the environment, it would naturally break down without causing significant harm to plants or aquatic life.

Beyond its lubricating properties, this grease is specifically formulated with corrosion inhibitors that effectively protect ferrous metals from rust, adding a crucial layer of defense for your equipment.

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The product is registered with the NSF Nonfood Compounds Registration Program as an H1 category lubricant. For precise registration numbers for both the #1 and #2 grades, you would typically find them on the product's official technical data sheet or Safety Data Sheet provided by the manufacturer.