Testimonials
Monolec® Gear Lubricant (703) significantly improved irrigation gearbox efficiency at A G Sod Farms.
key takeaways
Challenge
A G Sod Farms faced frequent gearbox failures and excessive lubricant replacement due to water contamination, high temperatures, and issues with their current lubricant, leading to increased maintenance costs.
LE solution
Monolec® Gear Lubricant (703) is a versatile, multi-viscosity EP gear oil with Monolec®, an exclusive wear-reducing additive, that surpasses the stringent demands of numerous industrial gearboxes.
Results
A G Sod Farms saved $1,970 in one year by using LE’s 703, which extended drain intervals from four to 18 months and reduced average gearbox temperature by 15°F, minimizing labor and productivity loss costs.
The product separates completely from water and the drop in heat is remarkable. We have not lost a gearbox or had any repairs since changing to LE’s 703. I would recommend it to anyone in this type of business.
- Pat Oleary, Maintenance Foreman
Customer Profile
AG Sod Farms is involved in growing and retailing of sod to commercial companies throughout the United States. They have been in business for 10 years.
Application
The irrigation gearboxes, manufactured by various manufacturers, are used to drive the irrigation systems throughout the farm.
Challenge
The equipment runs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Due to the nature of irrigation, they found they were losing gearboxes because of water contamination and the excessive heat in the region which averages 103°F. (39°C.). With the competitive lubricant they were using, A G Sod Farms was also experiencing excessive foaming and a burnt odor of gear lube. This was requiring them to drain and replace the lube three to four times per year.
LE Solution
Monolec® Gear Lubricant (703) was recommended as it is a versatile, multi-viscosity EP gear oil which exceeds the demanding requirements of many industrial gearboxes. Monolec 703 contains Monolec®, LE’s exclusive wear- reducing additive.
Results
The irrigation gearboxes cost approximately $350 each. Labor is estimated at $38 per hour and lost productivity can run up to $1500 per incident of gearbox failure. In one year A G Sod Farms estimates LE’s 703 has saved them $1,970. Drain intervals have been increased to every 18 months, compared to every four months with the commercial grade gear lubricant. The average gearbox temperature was reduced by 15°F.