Keeping Food Safe: How Food Grade Lubricants Make a Difference
Every food or beverage product on a supermarket shelf has passed through a maze of machinery – mixers, conveyors, pumps, and packaging lines. Keeping all of that equipment running safely and smoothly depends on one small but vital component: food grade lubricants. When it comes to food and beverage production, cleanliness and safety aren’t just a simply priorities, they are essentials.
In this blog, we’ll break down what food grade lubricants are, the main types used in the industry, how to choose the right one, and how Rymax helps manufacturers maintain high performance.
What Are Food Grade Lubricants?
Food grade lubricants are specially developed oils and grease for machinery used in food, drink, and packaging production. These lubricants are made to reduce friction and wear while being safe for any accidental contact with food. These products are used in the food industry, from bakeries and dairies to poultry, meat, confectionery, beverages, and frozen food production, ensuring both performance and hygiene.
To ensure proper use of food grade lubricants, they are classified by NSF International:
