ROCOL Wire Rope Dressing & Lubricants

High Performance Biodegradable Wire Rope Lubricant

• Biodegradable, Minimal Eco-Toxicity, Non-Bioaccumulative.
• Outstanding corrosion protection
• Highly resistant to water wash-off
• Maximum penetration ensuring protection at the cable core
• Does not drip or fling off due to the pseudo-plastic rheology
• Temperature range -50 to +180°C
• Simple & safe application
• Friction reduction reducing abrasion and wear
• Stable in the presence of salt water
• Also ideal for use on ROV umbilicals
• Approved for use on Rolls Royce Syncrolift

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BIOGEN WIRESHIELD is a biodegradable lubricant for wire ropes and umbilicals.

Read our latest Case Studies from:
– EMAS CHIYODA
– Fugro

Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants are often quoted as having reduced performance capabilities when compared to traditional mineral oil lubricants. A No Compromise approach has been taken to the development of BIOGEN WIRESHIELD, leading to its performance capabilities being equal to or greater than mineral oil competitors.

In-house laboratory tests and extensive field trials with some of the largest wire rope and umbilical users and manufacturers in the world have repeatedly proven the quality of BIOGEN WIRESHIELD.

• Maximum penetration Ensuring protection at the cable core
• Excellent corrosion protection Preventing premature failure
• Extreme wash-off resistance Guaranteeing protection when wet
• High fling-off resistance Minimising slip hazards whilst providing long term protection
• Friction reduction Reducing abrasion and wear
• Simple & safe Non-hazardous to operator
• Biodegradable and low eco-toxicity Minimising environmental impact
• High level of pumpability Easy application with automatic lubricators
• High temperature stability Ensuring protection at high temperatures
• Stable in the presence of sea water Protection does not fail when exposed to sea water
• Low temperature capabilities Suitable for Arctic & Antarctic conditions
• High temperature stability Resistance at high temperature created by heave compression
• No sheen formula Will leave no traces of use

ROCOL presents a heavy duty EP bearing grease designed to lubricate and protect all types of ball, roller and plain bearings. Revolutionary multi-complex soap technology typically lasts three times longer than standard soap-based lubricants for a high performance product.

• Excellent temperature resistance from -30°C to +160°C.
• Revolutionary multi-complex soap technology provides outstanding EP performance superior to conventional soap thickened lubricants.
• Highly resistant to oxidation providing greatly extended lubrication intervals – typically 3 times longer than conventional lubricants.
• Excellent corrosion resistance to protect in humid, damp or wet conditions.
• Highly tenacious lubricants, with outstanding film strength, ensure the specialty lubricants stays intact even in severe operating conditions.
• Blue in colour for high visibility in use.

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Heavy duty blue bearing grease designed for the effective lubrication and protection of all types of ball, roller and plain bearings.

Designed for normal use typically applied by greasegun or keg pump.

SAPPHIRE® ADVANCE 2

Multi-purpose EP bearing grease fortified with PTFE for maximum bearing life.

Effective in a range of applications operating at high speeds such as electric motors and fan bearings.

• Excellent temperature resistance from -30°C to +160°C.
• Outstanding performance at high speed for most industrial applications
• Lithium complex soap technology with EP additives for outstanding high load performance superior to standard soap-thickened lubricants
• PTFE reduces friction and stick-slip on start-up through more controlled movement

Your reliable, long-term, cost-effective solution for heavy machinery maintenance.

ROCOL Wire Rope Dressing: No more Fling-Offs and Sling-Offs

Designed with the perfect balance of fluidity, the highly adhesive ROCOL dressing is resistant against fling-offs, and can lubricate wire strands down to all the hard-to-reach places, through to the deepest core of the rope.

Protect your critical assets from wear and tear with this wire dressing, and maximise your equipment’s lifespan by leaps and bounds. Effective even in the harshest conditions, ROCOL Wire Rope Dressing can withstand extreme temperatures so that you can operate in any terrain, environment or weather condition.

For a VGP-Compliant wire rope dressing, please see BIOGEN WIRESHIELD

• Excellent internal and external lubrication
• Protects against wear on guides and sheaves
• Outstanding internal and external corrosion protection
• Suitable for all non-friction drive wire ropes
• Resistant to seawater
• Approved to NATO and Naval Standards
• Temperature range -30 to +100ºC

How to Store and Use ROCOL Wire Rope Dressing

ROCOL Wire Rope Dressing should be stored in its original container at a temperature between +1°C and +40°C. By storing ROCOL Wire Rope Dressing in accordance with the guidelines, you can expect a shelf life of 4 years from the date of manufacture.

When it comes to usage, ROCOL Wire Rope Lubricant should be applied at a minimum temperature of 0°C using a brush, swab or automatic lubricator. Make sure to apply it only on clean and dry ropes for the best results. According to approximate coverage based on a 25mm diameter rope, 1 kilogram of ROCOL Wire Rope Dressing will be required for every 50 metres of rope.

Typical Applications of ROCOL Wire Rope Dressing

ROCOL Wire Rope Dressing is formulated for use in a wide range of applications, from high-load gearbox grease to ropes operating in marine and other arduous environmental conditions such as draglines, cranes, ships, and ship hoists. It is designed to protect your equipment against wear and tear, corrosion and fretting, while providing excellent lubrication performance.

High performance de-watering wire rope lubricant aerosol

• Temperature range of -30°C to +100°C.
• Excellent penetrating and dewatering properties making it ideal for use on wet ropes or ropes that are going into storage.
• Exhibits excellent lubrication properties which reduces wear on the wires and strands thereby maximizing the service life of the rope.
• Highly resistant to water wash-off and offers outstanding corrosion protection.

Product information

BIOGEN WIRESHIELD is a biodegradable lubricant for wire ropes and umbilicals.

Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants are often quoted as having reduced performance capabilities when compared to traditional mineral oil lubricants. A No Compromise approach has been taken to the development of BIOGEN WIRESHIELD, leading to its performance capabilities being equal to or greater than mineral oil competitors.

In-house laboratory tests and extensive field trials with some of the largest wire rope and umbilical users and manufacturers in the world have repeatedly proven the quality of BIOGEN WIRESHIELD.

Heavy-duty open gear grease containing a blend of high load carrying solids designed to lubricate and protect gears used in extreme environments.

• Wide temperature range -40°C to +120°C
• Non-melting grease containing a blend of high load carrying solids.
• Combination of high load carrying solids boosts the heavy duty performance particularly in highly loaded applications.
• Demonstrates outstanding EP performance with a weld load of 800 kg.
• Excellent corrosion resistance to protect in humid, damp and even wet conditions.
• It is highly tenacious ensuring that the lubricant adheres to the gear teeth and does not fling off.
• Maintains integrity in extreme conditions and continues to protect over extended lubrication intervals, reducing equipment failure, downtime and lubricant usage.

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Heavy duty open gear grease containing a blend of high load carrying solids designed for the effective lubrication and protection of gears used in extreme environments.

Highly water resistant, long life grease for the lubrication of all types and sizes of open gears.

Can also be used as a heavy duty, highly adhesive, lubricant for the external protection of wire ropes in extreme, arduous conditions typically found in marine environments.

Heavy-duty open gear lubricant, in aerosol, for demanding applications

• Wide temperature range -10°C to +100°C.
• Non-melting grease containing a blend of high load carrying solids.
• Combination of high load carrying solids boosts the heavy duty performance particularly in highly loaded applications.
• Demonstrates outstanding EP performance with a weld load of 800 kg.
• Excellent corrosion resistance to protect in humid, damp and even wet conditions.
• Highly tenacious to ensure the lubricant adheres to the gear teeth and doesn’t fling off.
• Maintains integrity in extreme conditions and continues to protect over extended lubrication intervals, reducing equipment failure, downtime and lubricant usage.
• Thin film minimises attraction of dust and dirt.

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Heavy duty open gear spray containing a blend of high load carrying solids designed for the effective lubrication and protection of gears used in extreme environments.

Highly water resistant, long life grease in an aerosol for the lubrication of all types and sizes of open gears.

ROCOL Biogen Tuflube: Self-repairing Eco-Grease

Made to withstand corrosions at the highest levels, its water-resistant properties speak for themselves: ROCOL Biogen Tuflube can even be applied to gears submerged in seawater. This wire rope lubricant boasts long-lasting adhesion and metal protection for slow-moving heavy machinery.

With self-healing properties, it’s stubborn against wash-off from seawater while providing your equipment with the smooth lubrication it needs from long days of operation. On top of this, the ROCOL Biogen Tuflube is made of biodegradable materials, perfect for marine application.

• EXTREME Pressure: Unique additive package protects against metal wear.
• EXTREME Corrosion Protection: Physical and chemical protection against pitting and corrosion.
• EXTREME Adhesion: Blend of Hi-Tac boosters ensures staying power, even when applied submerged.
• EXTREME Temperatures: Ideal for use in the hottest and coldest global climates.
• EXTREME Versatility: Apply by hand or automatic pumping equipment.
• HOCNF Classification ‘E’: Permitted for use in the North Sea.

Applications include:

Jacking Systems, Open Gears, Rollers, Slew Rings, Cantilevers, Pins, Booms, Winches, Joints, Couplings, Penstocks, Sluice Gates, Winding Gears and most other high-load, slow-speed mechanisms.

Features and Benefits of ROCOL Biogen Tuflube

Some highlighting features and benefits of ROCOL Biogen Tuflube include:

• It is VGP compliant, meaning it is not only biodegradable, but is also minimally toxic and non-bioaccumulative, making it perfect to be used in the waters of Asia.
• It is completely free from Bitumen and Solvents.
• Using ROCOL Biogen Tuflube also saves you time and money, and adds to the lifespan of your critical assets.
• ROCOL Biogen Tuflube is an ideal choice to safeguard jacking and open-gear systems in marine, offshore and freshwater environments.

Heavy Duty Jacking and Open Gear Grease

• Unique additive package protects against metal wear.
• Physical and chemical protection against pitting and corrosion.
• Blend of Hi-Tac boosters ensures staying power, can even be applied when submerged.
• Tough, tenacious, self-repairing film which maintains a lubricant film on the surface longer than conventional lubricants.
• Ideal for use in the hottest and coldest global climates.
• Apply by hand or automatic pumping equipment.
• Free of bitumen and solvents.

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Extreme heavy duty, versatile and highly adhesive grease suited to a wide range of applications.

Protects heavily loaded mechanisms in the wettest and most corrosive conditions.

It is the ideal lubricant to protect jacking and open gear systems in marine, offshore and freshwater environments, where the protection of critical assets is of utmost importance.

Highly adhesive, high load grease which can even be applied underwater.

Continue operating even when used in submerged or tidal flow conditions.

Pseudoplastic wire rope dressing

• Wide temperature range -30°C to +100°C.
• Excellent lubricating properties which reduces wear on wires and strands, ultimately maximising service life.
• Offers outstanding corrosion protection and is highly resistant to water wash-off.
• Prevents build up of dust and dirt.
• Clean and pleasant to use.
• Allows easier and more effective rope inspection.
• Does not drip or fling off due to the pseudoplastic rheology.

Applications include:

ROCOL Wireshield is ideal for use in environments where wire ropes are exposed to harsh conditions, such as marine, offshore, and industrial settings. The dressing is perfect for wire ropes in cranes, hoists, and other heavy-duty lifting equipment.

Features and Benefits of ROCOL Wireshield

Some highlighting features and benefits of ROCOL Wireshield include:

• ROCOL Wireshield’s unique rheology ensures it remains in place without dripping or flinging off, providing consistent and reliable lubrication.
• Effective from -30°C to +100°C, making it suitable for a variety of environmental conditions.
• Its lubricating properties significantly reduce wear on wires and strands, prolonging the service life of the rope.
• Offers excellent protection against corrosion, vital for equipment used in harsh or marine environments.
• Highly resistant to water, ensuring sustained performance and protection even in wet conditions.
• Prevents the accumulation of dust and dirt, contributing to cleaner, more efficient operations.
• Its clean application allows for easier and more effective rope inspection, aiding in maintenance and safety checks.