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Bio Graphite EP Grease - NLGI 1

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United Bio Lube's Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is a biobased Extreme Pressure (EP) grease specially formulated for sliding surfaces and applications where extreme pressure exceeds the fluid film. This product provides exceptional performance where a Solid Film Lubricant is required.

The Extreme Pressure (EP) performance is supported from the over-based Lithium Thickener.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 contains no heavy metals, such as zinc, antimony, barium and lead, or other harmful or environmentally undesirable additives.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is non-hazardous, worker friendly, and safe for the environment.

United Bio Lube's Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is reliable, affordable, and available in all quantities today.

To purchase, simply call (650) 213 - 9979 or sign-up to open your Green Purchasing Account.

 
Made From Renewable National Resources

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is an Ultimate1 biodegradable Biobased Lubricant made from High Oleic Base Stocks, HOBS2 and processed with stabilized technology for ultra performance and longevity.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is formulated with Anti-Corrosion, Anti-Wear, Anti-Oxidation, and Extreme Pressure additives. The sticky HOBS base stock formula adheres to metal surfaces better than petroleum oils, while delivering unparalleled Lubricity and Surface Protection.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is specially formulated and engineered to replace petroleum based EP greases. Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 outperforms petroleum and synthetic based products.  The natural oily film of this product has shown in laboratory and field tests to out perform petroleum base oils in terms of Lubricity and Load Carrying Capacity.

Extensive performance testing data shows this High Temperature Biobased Grease is a truly outstanding multi-purpose grease with excellent high temperature properties and good cold temperature mobility.

 
Numerous High Performance Indoor/Outdoor Applications

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is recommended for slow moving Rollers and Bearings where a Hydrodynamic lubricating fluid can not be developed. An example would be a bearing continually reversing under load in one direction and then another.

The NLGI 1 Grade Lithium Thickener provides for excellent pumpability in automatic lubricating equipment.

 
Typical Heavy Duty EP Grease Applications

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is designed for heavy duty industrial applications:

Rail Road Track Components

Fifth Wheel Hitches

Construction Equipment

Chassis

Slideways

Cables

Chains

King Pins

Hinge Pins

Rollers

 
Typical High Temperature Applications

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is also recommended for high temperature applications. The graphite solid film has been known to perform up to 538 °C (1000 °F).

Oven Chains & Rollers

Kiln Support Rollers & Bearings

 

 
Advanced Tribological Properties

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 made from HOBS show performance improvements over petroleum in nearly all physical properties:

 
Superior Lubricity

United Bio Lube's Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is formulated to OUTPERFORM petroleum based products. The natural oily fluid film of these high viscosity products has proven in laboratory and field tests to outperform petroleum base oils in terms of Lubricity.

Greater lubricity leads to:

  • Less Wear
  • Less Energy Consumption
  • Lower Operating Temperatures

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 has a very high Viscosity Index, VI = 191 on par with leading synthetic grease formulations. The differences are many; one key difference is Bio Greases are renewable and sustainable products.

 
Superior Oxidation Stability - #1 Leading Brand!

Advanced Stabilized HOBS chemistry keeps Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 from breaking down and forming acidic residues that harm rubber seals and other elastomers.

Bench tests measuring Oxidation Stability indicate United Bio Lube's Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is superior in comparison with Mineral Oils in terms of resistance to oxidation, or decomposition of biobased grease.

This enhanced chemical stability ensures long lasting performance.

 
Mechanical Shear Stability

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 retains its physical properties under shear force at all temperatures subjected to during use.

Its shear stable viscosity will not breakdown under high mechanical shear conditions and varying temperatures.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is highly resistant to thermal degradation.

 
Load Carrying Capacity

United Bio Lube's Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 demonstrates a high level of wear protection against Galling and Welding in heavily loaded gears, as measured by an EP Weld Point of 270 kg.

 
Anti-Wear Extreme Pressure

Third party, independent test data validates that United Bio Lube's Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is superior to conventional mineral oils in Extreme Pressure Anti-Wear and Accelerated Wear tests.

Extreme Pressure performance is obtained from a Lithium Complex Thickener.

 
Advanced Thermal Stability

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 withstands high and low temperature variations.

  • High Flash Point = 280 C, 536 F
  • Low Pour Points = -36 C, -32.8 F
  • Advanced Cold Flow Mobility
  • Superb cold temperature Pumpability

 
Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI™)

Patented Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI™) provide advanced surface protection against corrosion and rust in both fresh and sea water environments.

BCI™ chemistry effectively inhibits both Corrosion of Yellow metals and Rusting of Ferrous metals.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is engineered to prevent corrosion and rust from occurring on the surface of metals in both fresh and sea water environments.

No other competitive lubricant company has this advanced BCI™ chemistry offering.

 
Adhesion/Cohesion properties.

Tackifiers provide Adhesion/Cohesion properties.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 will remain in contact with, lubricate, and protect moving surfaces.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 will not leak out under gravity or centrifugal action.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 will not squeeze out under pressure.

Resistant to pound out and splatter.

 
Dropping Point

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 will not melt down under normal operation.

Very High Dropping Point = 337 C, 640 F.

 
Water Resistance

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 with BCI™ chemistry is a water resistant grease.

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1's outstanding Hydrolytic Stability protects equipment and continues working even when exposed to water.

This is a critical attribute considering the constant need for wash downs, or the wet nature of many plant processes.

0.0 % Loss in Water Washout testing @ 79 C, 174 F.

 
Low Volatility

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI is safe to work with. There is No Off-Gassing of harmful vapors and fumes to contaminate workspaces or eco-systems.

  • Low evaporation means fewer re-applications, less make-up grease.
  • Low volatility leads to higher Flash Points and protection against fire.
  • Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is durable and long lasting.

 
Chemically Compatible

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is chemically compatible with various materials.

  • Compatible with all types of Seals.
  • Compatible with all types of Coatings.
  • Compatible with all types of Rubbers and other Elastomers.
  • Compatible with existing greases.

 

 
UBL's Quadruple Bottom Line

1.  High Performance

 

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is engineered for sliding surfaces and applications where Extreme Pressure exceeds the Fluid Film.

 

Patented Stabilized2 chemistry for superb Anti-Oxidation protection.

Patented Stabilized chemistry prevents the build-up of insoluble gum, sludge, and lacquer deposits the cause sluggish operations, increased wear, and reduction of tolerances.

 

Excellent pumpability in automatic lubricating equipment.

 

Super High ASTM D-2270 Viscosity Index = 191.

 

Superior Mechanical Shear Stability.

 

Superior Load Carrying Capacity.

 

Meets and exceeds Extreme Pressure and Anti-Wear qualities as measured by 4-Ball Wear test methods ASTM D-2266, ASTM D-2596.

 

Excellent Adhesion/Cohesion properties.

 

Excellent Thermal Stability. Wide operating temperature range.

 

Superb Cold Flow Mobility.  Pour Point @ -36 °C, -32.8 °F.

 

Superb cold temperature Starting and Pumpability. Pressurized Bio Grease easily flows through lines, nozzles, and fittings of grease dispensing systems.

 

Safe. Low Volatility.  No Off-Gassing, or Evaporation of Base Oil.

 

Safe. Fire Resistant.  High Flash Point @ 280 °C, 536 °F.

 

High Dropping Point @ 271 °C, 520 °F.

 

Resistant to base oil Bleeding, Migration, and Syneresis.

 

Resistant to water washout and water spray off.

 

Resistant to pound out, splatter, and squeeze out.

 

Resistant to acidic compounds.

 

Prevents Corrosion and Rust in both Fresh and Salt water operating conditions.

 

Meets ASTM D-130 Copper Corrosion Test.

 

Meets ASTM D-1743 Rust Prevention Test.

2.  Health & Occupational Safety

 

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 do not contain any chemical listed as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA, IARC Monographs or National Toxicology Program.

 

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 has no known hazards.  This product is considered Non Hazardous when handled properly and used for intended purpose.

 

The extremely Low Volatility of HOBS increases this product's flash point and fire safety features.  Flash Point = 280 C, 536 F.

 

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is Worker Friendly and Safe.

NFPA CODE:   HEALTH: 1  FIRE: 1  REACTIVITY: 0

HMIS CODE:   HEALTH: 1  FIRE: 1  REACTIVITY: 0

 
3.  Environmental Compliance & Protection

 

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is preferred over petroleum oils in applications where there is a direct danger of polluting the air, water, soil, or work environment through loss of the lubricant.

 

United Bio Lube's Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 has the highest U.S.D.A. rating of Ultimate Biodegradability.

 

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 is Environmentally Responsible lubricants formulated from Renewable agricultural plant resources.

 

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 contain No Lead or other Heavy Metals: No Zinc, No Antimony, No Barium.

 

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 contain No Chlorine, or Phenols.

4.  Return On Capital Investments

 

Bio Graphite EP Grease - NGLI 1 generate greater returns on capital investment through longer machine life.

 

Improves equipment performance.

 

Extends grease service life beyond conventional greases.

 

Reduces hazardous materials handling and storage costs.

 

Enables compliance with environmental regulations.

 

Reduces toxic exposures to workers.

 

Reduces risk of product contamination.

 

Helps begin to foster U.S Oil Independence.

 

Promotes a renewable U.S. Bio Economy.

 


1Ultimate Biodegradation (Pw1) within 28 days in ASTM D-5864 Aerobic Aquatic Biodegradation of Lubricants.

2High Oleic Base Stocks (HOBS) are agricultural vegetable oils.  Stabilized technology enables HOBS to perform as a high performance formula in high and low temperature applications, reducing oil thickening and deposits.

 

 

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