Lubrication System Components

Description. T.F. Hudgins offers custom lubrication systems designed specifically for high-pressure (“hyper”) gas compressors. These systems operate with minimal maintenance to help increase MTBF and eliminate unscheduled downtime in all types of hyper compressors.

Indicator/Shutdown Options. T.F. Hudgins lubrication systems can incorporate flow measurement capabilities to display the amount of oil each pump is displacing,
as well as alarms to signal if a pump stops working. A wide range of shutdown equipment is also available to accommodate any operational requirements.

Features and Benefits

• Day tank is equipped with a sloped bottom to reduce the risk of oil contamination
• Pressurized system dramatically reduces wear by enabling the use of gear oil in the lube box
• Pump design prevents the entry of wear debris, significantly extending pump life
• Sight glass design accepts a threaded plug, ensuring a complete seal
• Sight glass is made from a durable plastic

Description. Custom L-shaped panels from
T. F. Hudgins are designed with MVB or box lubricators to suit your application requirements. They are available in a wide range of materials and can be sized to fit any type of equipment.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Offered with a wide range of shutdown equipment to meet the needs of any application, location and working conditions
• The panel design helps protect your equipment by eliminating the risk of oil contamination
• A variety of MVB pump designs can be used to achieve a broad spectrum of lubrication flow rates
• Custom hand-priming unit on every system enables manual priming and purging of the lube system

Description. T.F. Hudgins provides custom lubrication systems with enclosed panels for harsh or hazardous conditions. Enclosed-panel designs help protect your valuable machinery by eliminating the risk of lubricant contamination from the surrounding environment.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Available with locking cabinets to restrict access to system components
• Windows in the enclosure allow you to easily read monitors, pressure gauges and other equipment without opening doors and exposing the system to outside conditions
• Designed with MVB or box lubricators to suit any application
• A variety of MVB pump designs can be used to achieve a broad spectrum of lubrication flow rates
• Offered with a wide range of shutdown equipment to meet the needs of any application, location and working conditions
• Available in any material and may be sized to fit any piece of machinery
• Custom hand-priming unit enables manual priming and purging of the lube system

Description. For reliable performance in low temperatures, T.F. Hudgins constructs custom, cold- climate lubrication panels. These systems are fully enclosed and insulated, with all necessary heaters and thermostats to control the temperature of the oil or grease being used in your system. These panels also deliver excellent protection against lubricant contamination from the surrounding environment.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Windows in the enclosure allow you to easily read monitors, pressure gauges and other equipment without opening doors and exposing the system to outside conditions
• Optional locking cabinets restrict access to the system
• Available in any material and may be sized to fit any piece of machinery
• Designed with MVB or box lubricators to suit any application
• A variety of MVB and box pump designs can be used to achieve a broad spectrum of lubrication flow rates
• Offered with a wide range of shutdown equipment to meet the needs of any application, location and working conditions
• Custom hand-priming unit enables manual priming and purging of the lube system

Description. An in-line, positive displacement, plunger- type pump capable of delivering precisely metered quantities of fluid under high pressure for both lubricating and process requirements.

The pump accommodates a wide range of pressures and is especially suited for use with centralized lubricating systems.

Gerhardt pumps are widely utilized in industrial applications, especially in pipeline and gas transmission compressors, as well as in industrial mixers used for compounding rubber and plastics.

Versatility. The pump is furnished in one, two, three or four cylinder versions, each of which can deliver a different lubricant for either lube oil or process oil service. It can be driven from either the right or left hand side, in either clockwise or counterclockwise direction.

Durability. The pump housing is made of aircraft grade aluminum and all steel wear parts are hardened. The unit is ruggedly constructed for decades of reliable service.

Factory Service. T.F. Hudgins, Incorporated, is the exclusive source for Gerhardt lubricating pumps and provides manufacturing, sales, service and support.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Supplied with up to four cylinders
• Each cylinder can deliver a different lubricant
• High-volume, high-pressure operation
• Accurate fluid delivery at speeds up to 1,000 rpm
• Robust construction
• Low maintenance
• Factory repair and support from T.F. Hudgins

Description. This is a standard Pump-to-Point system in which pumps mounted on a common reservoir dispense oil to a single lube point operated by individual cams on a camshaft.

Reservoir sizes range from 4 pints to 40 pints and accommodate up to 24 pumps. Pumps are available with electric heaters and thermostats, automatic fill, low level switches and shaft rotation alarms. Manzel box lubricators are suitable for pressures up to 7,500 psi.

Drive Options. Options range from a 1:1 direct drive to a 400:1 high-ratio drive. Drives may be mounted on the left or right end of the reservoir, with both rotary or ratchet styles available. Motor packages may be custom-designed for your lubrication needs.

Durability. All working parts are totally enclosed and protected from dirt, water and impurities. Each moving part is self-lubricated at all times by the fluid in the reservoir.

Flexibility. Manzel box lubricators are designed to easily interchange with other makes and models
of lubricators used in petrochemical refineries, gas transmission plants, food processing mixers, lumber, rubber and other applications.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Cost-effective oil systems using standard components
• Rugged construction for durability
• Saves system design costs and decreases lead time
• Precise camshaft alignment insures accurate lubrication
• Can be used outdoors in harsh environments such as ammonia and sour gas
• Easy-to-service pumps can be added or replaced quickly
• Pump output is easily adjustable

Description. The Model 7500 pump is a heavy-duty precision metering pump capable of accurately pumping small flows of either mineral or synthetic oil to machinery injection points. The single-piston pump is mechanically driven from a camshaft in the reservoir and is adjustable from 1 to 27 drops per stroke, depending on the piston size.

Pressures. The pump can develop pressures up to 7,500 psi, depending on the piston size (3/16, 1/4 or 3/8 inch).

Applications. Model 7500 Pumps are designed for use in MBL lubricators with 1/2-inch rise cams.

Durability. A hardened steel roller-rocker arm following a cam actuates the pump and reduces torque. The round sight glass is one-piece, injection-molded material that is impervious to ultraviolet rays and mineral and synthetic oils.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Rugged construction for durability
• Suction and gravity/pressure feed models available
• Hardened cam rollers increase pump life
• Pump output is easily adjustable
• One-piece sight glass for fewer leak path and seal points

Description. Manzel® High-Pressure force feed lubricators have precision metering pumps operated by a single cam on a camshaft. They dispense lubricant from a rugged, cast-iron reservoir containing the lubricant to be dispensed.

Manzel® High-Pressure lubricators are specified
by leading equipment builders in the chemical and petrochemical industries in the United States, Europe, Japan and South America.

Versatility. Manzel® High-Pressure lubricators
are available with various drive arrangements to accommodate a broad range of lubricants, viscosities and required line pressures. Three pump options are available: HP-15, HP-50 and HP-60.

Easier Service & Operation. These “Dri-Vac” sealed units make it easier to remove pumps for service and replacement by eliminating the need to disassemble the complete lubricator assembly.

A single hand adjustment of the regulator knob regulates feed, from a fraction of a drop to full pump capacity.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Rugged construction for durability
• Operating pressures up to 60,000 psi
• Pump output is easily adjustable
• All working parts are enclosed and self-lubricated
• Compatible with both mineral and synthetic-based lubricants

Description. The MVB lubrication system is a single
line, series progressive system which divides pump output into predetermined proportional amounts and distributes these amounts to the progressive series of divider valves. MVB lubrication systems were developed to handle the higher operating pressures typically seen in the gas engine and compressor industry and to offer the advantages of a series progressive system over a box lubrication system.

Configurations. With two pump sizes, 10 final drive gear ratios and six drive configurations, any lube rate between 2-300 pints per day can be achieved. The MVB system provides lubricant at pressures up to 8,000 psi, among the highest in the industry.

Lubricant Cleanliness. A filter/primer assembly
is available with a choice of a 10 or 25 micron filter element that prevents contaminants or particles from reaching the pump or the lubrication point. It has a unique self-scrubbing feature that lowers the frequency of filter changes.

Durability. All working parts are totally enclosed and protected from dirt, water and impurities. Each moving part is self-lubricated at all times by the fluid in the reservoir.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• One main supply from a single pump
• Central monitoring of normal operation
• Automatic proportioning through positive displacement valves
• Quick indication of problem areas
• Rugged construction for durability
• Pump output is easily adjustable
• Easy serviceability: pumps can be added or replaced quickly
• Pump piston stroke has sufficient volume to handle “aerated oil” without risk of air-lock
• Replaces Premier® PLP and Lincoln® MCLP pump packages

Description. The Modu-Flo® concept provides a proven, cost-effective way to assemble customized oil and grease lubrication systems that meet your specific requirements using standard, modular components.

Configurations. With a choice of 13 reservoir sizes,
nine pumps, gauges, low level indicator and pressure indicator options, your system can be custom-designed to meet any lube rate in any working condition. Optional timers and controllers provide the necessary information to help control oil or grease consumption.

Pumps are available with pneumatic and hydraulic actuation, with a wide range of adjustability. Pumps can also be single- or double-acting.

Reservoirs are available in plastic or metal depending on your requirements.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Adjustable displacement at the turn of a screw
• Suitable for grease and oil application
• Multiple reservoir sizes and materials
• Cost-effective oil systems using standard components
• Dependable operation, backed by factory trained personnel
• Saves system design costs and lead time

Description. The G3 electric pump is a rugged, cost-effective unit used in series progressive and injector- based systems. It offers three controller choices with multiple zone and feedback options.

Configurations. G3 electric pumps provide the flexibility to handle temperature changes, changing grease types and challenging installation requirements.

Versatile design options include five reservoir sizes, four controller options, three power types, an adjustable pump element and multiple cycle and pressure inputs.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Advanced flow dynamics reduce stagnant flow areas
• Adjustable stroke pump eliminates the need for additional elements
• Load minimizing drive reduces stress on the motor and internal elements
• Reservoir stirring paddle with wiper arm to keep material from separating
• Auto-fill shutoff assures accurate filling of reservoir and eliminates spills
• Machine count input to manage equipment with unpredictable lubrication requirements
• Data Management System provides information on pump maintenance and lube system performance

Description. Designed for low-pressure grease or oil applications, the MSP divider valve assembly provides precise monitoring and positive feedback.

MSP assemblies are simple to install and operate. The modular design provides complete flexibility.

Components. Each assembly includes a minimum of three working valve sections and a base plate comprised of one inlet, one end and any number of intermediates, depending on the number of valve sections required (minimum of 3 and maximum of 8). This design provides from 1 to 16 working outlets with the use of crossport and singling plates. Each outlet is equipped with internal check valves. External check valves are available to keep the lines full and prevent lubricant from re-entering the assembly.

Options. SAE, NPT and BSP thread options on inlet and outlet connections allow installation on any equipment– domestic or international.

MSP assemblies are available in carbon steel with corrosion-resistant plating, as well as in stainless steel.

MSP assemblies can be provided with a zero-leak inlet shut-off. Either electrically or pneumatically actuated, this is a three-function valve:

1. allows lubricant to enter the divider valve,
2. bypasses lubricant to another divider valve, or
3. diverts lubricant back to the tank.

A zero-leak inlet shut-off replaces the standard inlet or can be mounted in-line with a remote manifold kit.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Suitable for grease or oil applications
• Up to 16 lubrication points
• InletsandoutletsavailableinSAE,NPTandBSPthreads
• Up to 3,500 psi
• Built-in check valves help keep lines full
• Replaces DropsA , Lincoln , SB block valve assemblies
• Available in stainless steel
• Bypass section available to enable or eliminate lube points in the future

Description. Similar to MSP divider valves, TFH divider valves are designed for higher pressure applications up to 7,500 psi.

TFH divider valves precisely proportion a volume of oil to satisfy the different requirements of every point in a lube system. They operate in sequential fashion to ensure that no point is missed. Series-Progressive design provides ready monitoring capabilities.

Components. Each assembly includes a minimum of three working valve sections and a base plate comprised of one inlet, one end and any number of intermediates, depending on the number of valve sections required (minimum of 3 and maximum of 8). This design provides from 1 to 16 working outlets with the use of crossport and singling plates. Each outlet is equipped with internal check valves. External check valves are available to keep the lines full and prevent lubricant from re-entering the assembly.

Soft-seal O-ring construction and indicator ports minimize leakage and reduce maintenance.

Options. A modular, stackable sub-plate design provides maximum application flexibility and simplifies build-up, installation and maintenance. Accessory components are available for visual diagnostics and electrical monitoring.

FEATURES & BENEFITS:

• Suitableforpetroleumorsynthetic-basedoilapplications
• Up to 16 lubrication points
• InletsandoutletsavailableinSAE,NPTandBSPthreads
• Up to 7,500 psi
• Built-in check valves help keep lines full
• Replaces DropsA , Lincoln , SB block valve assemblies
• Available in stainless steel
• Bypass section available to enable or eliminate lube points in the future

T.F. Hudgins offers additional divider valve assembly designs for effective lubrication in a wide variety of applications. Each offers modular, stackable subplate/ valve design to simplify system planning, installation and maintenance.

Features and Benefits

• Suitable for grease or oil applications
• Up to 16 lubrication points
• InletsandoutletsavailableinSAE,NPTandBSPthreads
• Up to 3,500 psi
• Built-in check valves help keep lines full
• Replaces DropsA®, Lincoln®, SB® and CC Technology block valve assemblies
• Available in stainless steel
• Bypass section available to enable or eliminate lube points in the future