Hydroelectric Lubrication Solutions
Powering Clean Water Protection
Delivers biodegradable lubrication solutions for hydroelectric core equipment—including turbines, generators, speed governors, and gate hoists—ensuring reliable operation while protecting aquatic ecosystems.
Hydroelectric Lubrication Challenges
- Hydraulic turbine guide vanes and runners are constantly submerged, requiring lubricants with exceptional resistance to water washout.
- Large hydro turbine-generators experience significant temperature fluctuations, requiring lubricants that maintain stable performance across a wide temperature range.
- Hydropower plants are often located in ecologically sensitive valley river areas; lubricating oil leaks can severely impact water bodies and ecosystems.
- Remote mountain hydroelectric stations face limited access for equipment maintenance, requiring long-life, high-reliability lubrication solutions.
Environmental Compliance Assurance
ARNOCO Solutions
Francis turbine wicket gate bearing solution
High-adhesion biodegradable grease with excellent water washout resistance; stays in place under water to provide long-lasting lubrication protection for guide vane bearings.
Generator Bearing Solutions
Synthetic long-life bearing grease with low friction coefficient to reduce operating temperature, extend bearing life, and minimize downtime maintenance.
Hydraulic Scheme for Speed Control System
Biodegradable hydraulic fluid certified under OECD 301B, with >85% degradation rate within 28 days. Safe and non-toxic for aquatic ecosystems.
Sluice Gate and Hoist System
High-pressure open gear grease with excellent water resistance and rust protection for reliable safeguarding of large gate hoist gears and wire ropes.