NoLube Landing-Gear Technology Reduces Costs

By Staff -- Logistics Management, 1/1/2000

The Holland Group Inc. offers "NoLube" low-maintenance technology as an option for all Holland and Holland Binkley landing gear.

Although NoLube technology doesn't completely eliminate the need for preventive maintenance, it does provide a sealed system for maximum lubrication that requires no additional grease and eliminates the infiltration of water and outside contaminants into the gearbox.

The NoLube option includes a grease tube that surrounds the elevating screw. When the legs are raised or lowered, the screw receives a new coating of grease. Shaft seals are added to the crankshaft and driveshaft bushings to prevent outside contamination. In addition, the gearbox and upper-leg cavities are filled with grease.

According to the manufacturer, NoLube technology significantly lowers the total cost of ownership throughout its period of service--not only by reducing grease costs but also by reducing maintenance time and costs both on the road and in the shop.

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