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1. WHAT IS EASY BAR® KILN LUBE?
EASY BAR® KILN LUBE is a solid high-temperature lubricant bar that melts when placed on the hot surface of a kiln shell. EASY BAR®’s patented blend of mineral and metal lubricants are suspended in a solid polymer binder that melts at approximately 125° F or 52° C.
When placed between the tire bore and kiln shell, the binder begins to melt and releases the lubricants in EASY BAR®. The rolling action of the kiln distributes the lubricants precisely to the areas it is needed.
Unique to EASY BAR® from other melting lube bars is its high-temperature auto ignition point. EASY BAR® will not ignite at temperatures less than 1,000° F or 538° C. Therefore it is safe for high temperature applications such as kilns.
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2. HOW DOES EASY BAR® WORK?
EASY BAR® employs principles of lubricity and physics to assure proper lubrication of kiln and dryer tires. First, it contains high quality, non-petroleum, synthetic lubricants. It also contains a fine metal powder that exploits the lubricating benefit of dissimilar metals.
Once melted, uses the motion of the kiln to distribute its lubricants to the mating surfaces of the tire bore and kiln shell. As the lubricants are distributed by the motion of the kiln, a thin, temperature resistant film forms a lubricating barrier between the moving surfaces, as well as fills the microscopic imperfections that are typical on metal surfaces.
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3. WHAT ARE THE FEATURES AND BENEFITS OF EASY BAR®?
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EASY BAR® use high quality, high temperature lubricants
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EASY BAR® reduces unscheduled maintenance and downtime by…
* extending the life of the filler bars;
* reducing the scoring of kiln tires stop blocks;
* reducing friction and wear;
* filling microscopic imperfections in contact surfaces
EASY BAR® reduces energy costs
EASY BAR® does not auto-ignite at temperatures less than 1,000° F or 538° C so will not cause kiln fires. |
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EASY BAR® installs in a single kiln revolution. |
EASY BAR® minimizes personnel exposure to hostile environment. |
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EASY BAR® does not contain chlorine, bromine or other halogens, which can be harmful and corrosive. |
EASY BAR® is non-hazardous and can be handled by humans with no health risk;
EASY BAR® is not corrosive to metal surfaces. |
Ultimately, the best benefit of EASY BAR® is that it SAVES MONEY!
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4. HOW MANY EASY BAR® SHOULD BE USED?
The recommended application rate for EASY BAR® is 4 bars per pier per week. Depending upon the operating condition of your kiln, more EASY BAR® may be required in its initial application.
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5. HOW IS EASY BAR® INSTALLED?
Before EASY BAR® is inserted, the kiln should be at operating temperature. Once the kiln is at operating temperature, manually place one bar every ¼ revolution between filler bars or pads at the 5 or 7 o’clock positions. Application should be made on the “uphill” side flush with the tire or riding ring for proper lubrication.
Click here to view a video demonstration of how EASY BAR® is applied.
Click here to view insertion instructions (pdf) for EASY BAR®.
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6. HOW DO I BECOME A DISTRIBUTOR OF EASY BAR®?
C&C Oil Company’s objective is to broaden its worldwide network of distributors of EASY BAR®. If you are interested in information about becoming an international distributor of EASY BAR® in your country, please click here.
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