Food Grade Compressor Oils Available For Long Service Life Applications

April 13, 2011
Ultrachem has developed a new line of Omnilube food-grade rotary screw and reciprocating air compressor lubricants.
Ultrachem has developed a new line of Omnilube food-grade rotary screw and reciprocating air compressor lubricants with greatly improved wear, oxidation and lubricity. Omnilube food grade products meet all of the requirements of the USDA and FDA H-1 regulations, 21 CFR 178.3570, and conform to the requirements of NSF. They are also approved by the Orthodox Union for Kosher use. Omnilube 32/46, 68, and 455 are fully synthetic compressor oils formulated from the highest quality polyalphaolefin (PAO) base oils with a superior proprietary additive package to achieve long life. Omnilube 32/46 and 68 are designed for rotary screw compressors and, depending on the rotary screw design, give a service life of up to 8,000 hours in good operating conditions. Omnilube 455 is designed for reciprocating compressors. Omnilube products can be used in meat, poultry and food processing (H-1) plants. Omnilube 32/46, 68, and 455 also offer less varnish formation, low pour point / high flash point, and excellent compatibility with elastomers, seals, plastics, and paints.