Why Use Proper Lubrication Storage and Handling?
Having lubrication storage and handling systems in place is important as well. Lubrication products are expensive, so they need to be handled in a fashion that maximizes the return on investment.
Make sure your storage and handling areas are clean, well organized, and climate controlled. You are responsible for ensuring the new oil and grease placed in your equipment is clean and dry, and has not been exposed to extreme temperature variations.
If you have oil storage racks, consider separate pumps and filters for each different lubricant. Furthermore, make sure your transfer containers are clean and be sure not to expose lubricants to contamination in route to the equipment.
Test all your oil for acceptance before placing it into your system for use. Doing so is especially valuable with bulk shipments, because you never know what was in the tanker before your load of oil.
Reasons for using proper lubrication handling and storage:
• Protect lube products from environment
• Protect from plant dirt/moisture/sunlight
• Filter new lubes or lubes as you use them
• Keep lubes separate from other plant chemical/products
