Wire Rope Lubrication
Precisely Grease and oil dispensing
Vivek Sawala
National Sales Manager
Wire ropes are vital components in lifting, hoisting, marine, and industrial operations. Continuous exposure to friction, moisture, and heavy loads makes lubrication essential for safety and durability. HENNLICH Wire Rope Lubrication Solutions, powered by Viper WRL, ensure superior protection, longer rope life, and reduced maintenance costs.
What is Wire Rope Lubrication?
Wire rope lubrication involves applying specialized grease or oil to protect steel wires from corrosion, wear, and internal friction. Effective lubrication must penetrate the rope’s core — not just coat the surface.
Inadequate lubrication leads to:
- Internal corrosion
- Increased friction
- Premature rope failure
- Higher operational risk
- Up to 2000 m rope lubrication per hour
Modern lubrication systems like Viper are designed to overcome these challenges.
What is Viper?
Viper is a globally recognized wire rope lubrication system that applies lubricant under pressure as the rope passes through the unit. Unlike manual greasing, Viper ensures complete strand-by-strand coverage, including the rope’s internal core.
The system is suitable for new and in-service wire ropes and works efficiently even in harsh industrial environments.
Applications of Viper Wire Rope Lubrication
- Cranes and hoisting systems
- Port and shipyard equipment
- Offshore and marine winches
- Mining and heavy industrial machinery
- Oil & gas platforms
- Shipping
- Defence forces
- Commercial Construction
- Food and beverage
- Automotive
- Aerospace
- Renewable energy sectors
Viper lubrication systems adapt to different rope diameters and operating conditions.
Reduce lubrication workload by up to 90%
Extend wire rope life by up to 300%
HENNLICH Lubrication System Range
Our wire rope lubrication solutions are designed to meet a wide spectrum of industrial requirements — from compact applications to large-scale continuous operations. Each system ensures uniform lubricant distribution for optimal penetration across all rope strands and surfaces.
Wire Rope Lubricator Mini - Range 6mm to 44mm
A compact yet effective solution for smaller machinery and limited-space applications. Perfect for periodic manual or semi-automated lubrication needs, delivering consistent oil or grease application with minimal waste.
Wire Rope Lubricator Mid – Range 6mm to 67mm
Engineered for medium-duty operations, the mid-range model balances power and precision. It supports higher feed rates and prolonged duty cycles — making it ideal for workshop environments, utility cranes, and maintenance fleets.
Wire Rope Lubricator Maxi – Range 50mm to 165mm
Our most robust system for heavy-duty industrial applications. With superior dispensing capacity and penetration performance, the Maxi model ensures deep core lubrication — crucial for high-load ropes in ports, mining rigs, and overhead cranes.
All models are built with quality components and engineered for durability, accuracy, and ease of integration into existing operations.
Key Benefits of Viper Wire Rope Lubrication
- Longer Rope Life: -Deep lubrication can increase rope lifespan by up to three times.
- Reduced Downtime: -Fast lubrication speeds allow maintenance without disrupting operations.
- Enhanced Safety: -Lower friction and corrosion reduce the risk of wire breaks and sudden failures.
- Cleaner & Greener: -Controlled grease application minimizes waste and environmental impact.
- Lower Maintenance Costs: -Fewer rope replacements and reduced labour requirements improve ROI.
How Does Viper Work?
- Rope enters the lubricator
- Scrapers remove contaminants
- High-pressure grease penetrates the rope core
- Rope exits fully lubricated and protected
Why Choose HENNLICH Wire Rope Lubrication Systems?
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Wire rope lubrication reduces internal friction, prevents corrosion, extends rope life, and ensures safe, reliable performance in demanding operations.
Lack of lubrication causes internal wear, corrosion, reduced flexibility, premature failure, higher downtime, and increased maintenance costs.
Proper lubrication protects internal strands, reduces fatigue and breakage risk, and ensures consistent load handling during continuous operation.
Yes, advanced wire rope lubricants penetrate deep into the core, protecting internal wires where most friction and wear occur.
Cranes, construction, mining, ports, elevators, material handling, and marine industries rely on wire rope lubrication for durability and uptime.
Lubrication intervals depend on load cycles, environment, and usage; expert assessment ensures optimal protection and longer rope life.
Effective lubrication extends rope service life, reduces relubrication frequency, prevents failures, and lowers overall maintenance expenses.
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