Vol. 3, No. 2June 2008

CapabilitiesINFORMATION FROM THE LEADER IN THE LUBRICATION INDUSTRY

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Automatic LubricationSystems forConstruction Equipment

Articulated TrucksBackhoe LoadersCold PlanersCompactorsConveyors: Crushers/GrindersCranesExcavatorsFeller BunchersForest MachinesHammer/BreakersLoaders (Wheeled and Track)Material HandlersMotor GradersMulti Terrain LoadersOff-Highway Tractors

Off-Highway TrucksOn-Highway TrucksPaving EquipmentPedestal BreakersPortable Asphalt PlantsReady Mix TrucksRoad ReclaimersSand ScrewsScrapersScreensSkid Steer LoadersTelehandlers

TrenchersUnderground MiningWashersWheel DozersWheel ExcavatorsAnd more . . .

Frequent lubrication not only maintains theproper lubrication film to reduce wear, but alsoacts as a means to purge the pins and bushingsof contamination. If rock dust, dirt, sand andwater are allowed to work their way into thesecomponents, they will form a “grindingcompound” that reduces bearing lifedramatically. This will cause downtimeand higher maintenance cost.

To do this properly with manual lubrication, itnormally takes at least 30 minutes per machineevery day.

Daily Manual LubricationIs Not Easy Due To:• Bad weather conditions

• Production demands—you don’t want toshut machinery down

• Safety concerns—climbing over machinery

• Logistics—such as lube truck availability and equipment location

• Many bucket and boom pins need to be lubricated in more than one position to evenly distribute lubricantand protect components under heavy load

• Manpower issues—not all employees perform lubrication properly

Failure to lubricate every lubrication point, on every machine, every day, can negatively affect your schedule,your maintenance costs and your “on time” performance.

The Cost OfImproper Lubrication• Increased spending for

repairs and parts

• Lost production due to dailymanual lubrication andunexpected repairs

• Contamination—wearingdown the pins, bushingsand other components

• Lower resale value forused equipment

• Waste of lubricant causedby excess lubrication

Daily Lubrication Is A“Required Maintenance Practice”

When manually lubricating a bearing, typically grease is not even spreadinside the bushing and is not completely purged

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that’s vital to the life of pins and bushings

Lincoln’s Recommendations1) Use automatic lubrication systems for all your daily and weekly lubrication points.

2) Use manual lubrication only for small equipment with few lubrication points or machines withbearings that require extended lubrication intervals (every 250 hours).

Benefits From Automatic Lubrication• Gain 30 to 45 minutes a day of increased productivity for each machine by lubricating “on the fly.”

• Substantially improve bearing life and reduce repairs by delivering frequent, smaller amountsof grease to each bearing.

• Cut grease consumption by delivering exact amount required.

• Improve safety by eliminating the daily practice of climbing all over machinery to lubricate.

• Proper lubrication no matter the environment or weather conditions.

• Increase resale value of equipment.

The Quicklub®

AdvantageThrough Lincoln’s uniqueQuicklub system, small,measured amounts of greaseare delivered to each bearingat specific time intervals(typically every 10 to 30minutes) while equipmentis operating. This methodproduces a grease “donut”seal around each pin andbushing . . . which acts as abarrier to keep contaminationout. Unlike manual lubrication,grease is spread evenly aroundthe pins and bushings.

You Need Automatic Lubrication ForDaily And Weekly Lubrication Points

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How Lincoln Quicklub® AutomaticLubrication Systems WorkSystem DescriptionA typical system includes an automated electric pump, metering valves, supply line and feedline hoses,mounting hardware and custom guarding.

Lincoln’s Quicklub Pump combines a lubricant reservoir, pump and control system into one unit.Available control options include the ability to notify the operator of system malfunction using aspecial light and buzzer in the cab.

The metering devices used in Lincoln’s system are the Quicklub SSV divider valves. The grease flow createdby the pump is proportioned in the SSV divider valve and distributed to each bearing according to their needs.

System Operation1. The Quicklub Pump is actuated automatically by an internal adjustable timer.

2. Grease flow starts and lubricant is delivered to the “Primary Divider Valve” through the supply line hose.

3. The Primary Divider Valve distributes grease in measured amounts to the secondary valves.

4. The secondary valves proportion the grease and deliver exact measured amounts to the bearings accordingto their specific needs through feed line hoses.

5. Typically, the pump shuts off after receiving a signal from a proximity switch located on a secondary valve.The proximity signal indicates a successful lube cycle. (Some systems do not use a proximity switch.Instead, a built-in timer turns the pump off).

Quicklub Pumpwith Controller

Optional Manual Push Button and Warming Light in Cab

Grease Fitting

Supply Line Hose to Master Valve

Feed Line Hose to Secondary Valve Feed Line Hose to Secondary Valve

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Quicklub® PumpAnd Divider Valve FeaturesThe Lincoln Quicklub PumpDesigned for the harsh environment of the construction andmining markets, Quicklub pumps are loaded with features:

• Available in 12 and 24 VDC and 120 VAC.

• Capable of dispensing #2 grease (oil systems available).

• Optional low-level alarms and system operation alarmswith warning lights in the cab.

• Reservoir (2-, 4-, 8- or 15-liter) can be refilled through agrease fitting, typically every 150 to 300 hours of operation.

• All pumps have high-pressure capability to ensure greaseis delivered to each component.

• A blocked lube point can be detected at the pump or in thecab with the optional alarm and warning light . . . a buzzercan be added.

• Pump controls run-time with built-in timer.

• Data Logger models available that store information on systemoperation history and can be connected to “Product Link®/GPS”to remotely notify if the system requires service.

Quicklub Divider ValvesThe heart of the Lincoln System is theQuicklub SSV Divider Valve. Thesevalves utilize unique internal pistonsto precisely “divide” the grease flow toensure each pin and bushing receives theproper amount of lubricant.

• Operating pressures of up to 4,000 psi.The valve delivers grease to everypoint, even under heavy loads.

• Standard SSV Valves can be “ported"to deliver more grease to specificlube points.

• If the pump is ever damaged, the system can be cycled from the greasefitting on the pump or primary valve.

• Valves are available with cycle indicator pins to provide visual indicationof operation.

• With advanced monitoring, a proximity switch sends a signal to thepump when the system has completed a lubrication cycle to each pinand bushing.

• Special Lincoln high-pressure hose (4,000 psi working pressure) is usedwith the Quicklinc fittings that work like a quick-coupler to facilitatesystem maintenance.

No replacementerrors possible

Quick plug-in connectionsthroughout entire system,up to 4,000 psi

-40°F to +212°FServiceable over broad temperature rangeLow end temperature depends on viscosity of the grease

No gaskets or O-rings to leak

Proximity switchsends a signal

to the pumpwhen the valve

has completedits cycle

Precision piston tolerancesensure exact amounts of greaseare delivered to each bearing

High-pressurefeedline hose–4,000 psi

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Lincoln Knows How ToTackle The Toughest Situations–Including ExcavatorsMany equipment OEMs offer Quicklub as afactory installed option. The Lincoln networkof qualified distributors can also custom designand install systems on most pieces of equipment…including plant equipment—conveyers, crushers,screens, etc.

High “Impact Areas”The H-link and bucket can be lubricatedautomatically with custom guarding installed.The OEM fittings for the stick and bucketconnections are relocated to the top sideand special guarding is added for protection.

VALVE #2Serving:Bucket cylinder foot pin,arm link pin, arm cylinder(rod end), boom arm pinand arm bucket pin

OEM fittings arerelocated to thetopside of the stickand bolt-on guardsare added

VALVE #3Serving: H-link and bucket linkage. The valve guard hasbeen added to the H-link.

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PRIMARY VALVEServing: Secondary valves 1, 2 and 3 as wellas right and left boom foot pins

VALVE #1Serving:Swing circle (2), rightand left boom cylinder(head end), right andleft boom cylinder footand arm cylinder foot pin

QUICKLUB PUMP8-liter Datalogger pump withintegrated timer, low-level andsystem alarms

The optional warning light alerts the operatorif the pump reservoir is low or if a lubricantline is blocked. This light also functions as amanual button to initiate a lube cycle.

Most Challenging Applications

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IN-CAB WARNING LIGHT

Both Factory-Fit & Locally Installed Systems Sold Through Distribution Are Available

On this loader, a Quicklub pump is mounted on the operator deck/fender near thecab for ease of visual monitoring and service

Quicklub® metering valves ensure more greaseis delivered to high-demand bearings

Ground level reservoir filling is made easy withoptional remote fill fitting

Lincoln system houses have experienceto ensure installations are clean and neat

Feedline hoses are protected in“high impact” areas with custombolt on guarding

Like Our Solutions For Excavators,Lincoln Offers Custom SystemsFor All Brands Of Wheel Loaders

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Keep both articulating and stiff-framedtrucks moving.Lincoln’s automatic lubrication systems createa consistent, properly greased donut that sealsout grit and grime from articulating joints, pinsand bushings. Lines going to high-impact zonesare consistently protected.

Note: The photo on the right shows a DataLogger Pump safely mounted on the deck level.This pump is connected to a “Product Link®/GPS”that will remotely notify if the system requiresservice.

Lincoln is the only company that offers threetypes of lubrication systems for hammers . . .even one that mounts directly on a hammer.

Lubricate Your Equipment WhileIt Is Running And SignificantlyReduce Your Downtime

Lincoln distributors have experience installingsystems on many types of of mobile andstationary construction equipment.

Other common applications include:

Haul Trucks Are A Popular Application Due To High Productivity Requirements

Demolition Hydraulic Hammers—Keep Your Hammer On The Job

Other Equipment

Quicklub divider valve mounted on a milling machine

Quicklub systeminstalled on aready mix truck

Typical Hydraulic ExcavatorHammer mountedHTL 429 Pump

• Graders, scrapers,dozers

• Drills (horizontaland vertical)

• On-road truckspaving equipment(milling machines)

• Trenchers

• Crushers, screens,conveyors

• Ready mix trucks

• Cement pumpers

• Recyclers

• Backhoes

• And many more

Quicklub® Pump orFlowMaster® Pumpmounted on carrier

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The Single Source ForAll Your Lubrication NeedsCentro-Matic® Automatic Lubrication(For Larger Mining Equipment)The system trusted by the mining industry world-wide is the samesystem you need for your largest equipment. Major original equipmentmanufacturers install Centro-Matic systems in their factories to ensuretheir customers get the best value and longest service possible. Thefamous SL-1 and the new SL-V injectors provide consistently reliable,large doses of grease to all critical lubrication points. Our latestFlowMaster pumps drive these system using either DC electric orhydraulic power sources.

State-Of-The-Art Lube TruckMany contractors rely on the services of a good lube truck to maintainequipment in the field. Our specialty distributors can help you build andmaintain the best lube trucks in the business. They feature on-boardpumps, reels, control devices and accessories that make quick work oflubricating equipment on-site.

Complete In-Shop Maintenance EquipmentOur comprehensive line of performance-proven pumps, hose reels,controllers, grease guns and fluid inventory control systems offers youeverything you need to build a fully functional lube station. From thetools used to pump and dispense to the ones designed to accuratelytrack the use of fluids, oils and greases, Lincoln offers dependablesolutions when designing your vehicle maintenance shop.

A Broad Range Of PumpsWhether you’re pumping grease, oil, antifreeze, windshield washer fluidor other vital solutions, Lincoln has the medium- or high-pressure pumpto get the job done. Choose from our new series of PMV pumps andPowerMaster® reciprocating pumps, diaphragms and transfer pumps, bulkoil systems, plus all the accessories you’ll ever need.

Hand-Held LubricationUsing a grease gun may never be the same. Our 14.4-volt, battery-powered PowerLuber® outperforms traditional lever-action grease gunsby generating as much as 7,500 psi of working pressure:

• Each battery dispenses two tubes of grease• Convenient whip hose allows for easy access on hard-to-reach points• Comfortable trigger makes one-hand operation easy

If you need extended battery time, order the 1444 in a case with twobatteries, or select the 1415 battery charger that plugs into the accessory/lighter receptacle of your construction machine.

Lincoln also carries a full line of the most dependable hand-operatedgrease guns in the business.

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A Lincoln Quicklub® SystemPays For Itself In Less Than a Year

Annual Costs to Manually Lubricate a Mid-size LoaderLabor Typical Your Anticipated

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30 minutes per 8-hour shift X $25/hour X 250 days $3,125.00

Lost Production30 minutes per 8-hour shift X $85/hour X 250 days $10,625.00

Manual Lubrication Cost $13,750.00

Annual Costs to Repair Failed ComponentsReplacement Pins and Bushings2 Pins X $500.00 each $1,000.00

Repair LaborOne Person X $60.00 X 2 Repairs X 6 hours each $720.00

Lost Production

2 Repairs X 6 hours each X $85.00/hr. $1,020.00

Repair Cost $2,740.00

Annual Manual Lubrication Cost $16,490.00

Estimated Savings with a Lincoln Quicklub Automatic Lubrication System% Savings $ Savings

Labor and lost production to manually lubricate 95% $ 13,063.00

Parts, labor and lost production to repairfailed components 50% $ 1,370.00

Total Annual Savings $ 14,433.00

System Cost and Return on InvestmentTypical installed Quicklub® System cost for a loader $ 7,600.00

with Data Logger Pump

Return on InvestmentSystem Cost / Annual Savings X 12 Months = R.O.I.

$7,600.00 / $14,433.00 X 12 Months =6.3 Months

Pay Back (ROI)

Calculate the return on your investment

Whatever the service––evaluatingyour lubrication needs, installingcustom-engineered systems, supplyingtop quality accessories or selling manuallubrication components, your Lincolndistributor gives you the best value onthe best products.

Lincoln’s Qualified DistributionOur distribution system houses offerthe highest level of expertise andservice levels:

• Custom design systems foryour equipment

• Custom guarding packages to protectfeedline hoses

• Turn-key systems for new andused equipment

• On-site installation, service andmaintenance contracts

• Training for your operators andmaintenance personnel

• Large backup parts inventory

For your nearest authorized salesand service representative call:

Americas:Lincoln Industrial Corp.One Lincoln WaySt. Louis, MO 631201-314-679-4200FAX: 1-800-424-5359FAX: 1-314-679-4359

Visit our web sitewww.lincolnbuilds.comfor international contact information.

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