A manufacturer of frozen meals was experiencing problems with a high degree of chain jumping due to sticking linkages in its processing freezer. The mineral oil used had a tackifying agent which ensured oil adherence.
The tackifier however, acted as a thickening agent causing blockages. The plant switched to Molykote L-1468FG. This oil is formulated with anti-wear additives and a food grade tackifier that remains fluid at low temperatures.
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Synthetic Chain Oil Ends Sticky Linkages in Freezer Conveyor.
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