Speciality lubricants for the food-processing industry

Lubricants for the food-processing industry are subject to a multitude of requirements: they have to comply with food regulations, be physiologically inert, neutral in taste and odour and internationally approved. They also have to reduce friction and wear, protect against corrosion, dissipate heat and have a sealing effect. 

Food-processing manufacturers face many challenges. One of the challenges is to avoid contamination of food products during manufacturing and meeting food safety requirements. In addition they need to maintain machine efficiency and productivity without sacrificing the performance of the machine. Therefore, we strongly recommend using NSF H1 lubricants in the food-processing plant.

ISO 21469 standard defines hygiene requirements for the formulation, manufacture and use of H1 lubricants that could have unintentional product contact. Using ISO 21469 certified lubricants can help manufacturers reduce their risk of contamination. ISO 21469 ensures lubricant ingredients are safe in the event of incidental food contact. The ISO 21469 certification process also reviews the level of quality control applied to the formulation, manufacturing, distribution and storage of the lubricant to ensure it complies with the highest standards of hygiene.
Klüber Lubrication was amongst the first few companies that were able to comply with the stringent requirements of this standard and has more certified production plants than any other. Not only our products but the entire manufacturing process of our H1 lubricants is certified with ISO 21469. This ensures complete protection against contamination during lubricant manufacturing.