Inspections come first
Overhead cranes are inspected on a schedule; record lubrication with each inspection.
Wire rope hoists
A1’s catalog does not list a wire rope lubricant; use the rope maker’s product.
MATERIAL HANDLING
Overhead crane and hoist fluids and lubricants.
Gearbox, wheel bearing, and load chain lubrication for overhead bridge cranes and electric hoists, with plain notes on the gear oils A1 lacks.
Questions: [email protected] · Every AMSOIL link on this page carries dealer #30734402.
Fluids by compartment.
Confirm the fluid type, grade, and specifications in the overhead crane and hoist maker’s manual before ordering. These examples are not a fitment result for a specific machine.
Hoist gearbox
Hoist gearboxes may specify an SAE gear oil, an ISO 220–460 industrial gear oil, or a semi-fluid grease. A1’s catalog does not list ISO industrial gear oil.
Gear oil
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 Gear Lube
SEVERE GEAR 75W-90 synthetic gear lube for compatible gear applications, including demanding towing and hauling use.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗
Grease & assembly lube
Synthetic EP #00 Grease
Synthetic EP #00 Grease for compatible bearings and equipment lubrication points.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗End truck wheels and open gears
Grease wheel bearings and open gears as the crane maker lists.
Grease & assembly lube
Synthetic Multi-Purpose Grease
A synthetic multi-purpose grease for compatible bearings and chassis lubrication points.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗
Grease & assembly lube
NLGI #2 Synthetic Polymeric Off-Road Grease
NLGI #2 polymeric off-road grease for compatible equipment components in demanding earthmoving and agricultural service.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗Load chain
Electric chain hoists list a chain lubricant; use that product or one the maker approves.
Cleaners & protectants
Chain Lube
Chain lubricant for the chain types and equipment listed by AMSOIL.
Product details Shop at AMSOIL ↗ORDER THROUGH INDEPENDENT AMSOIL DEALER #30734402
Ready to order, or have a question first?
Shop AMSOIL directly with Jeff’s dealer number already attached, or open a business account. AMSOIL handles pricing, checkout, and shipping. If you contact AMSOIL another way, give them dealer number 30734402.
Prefer to talk it through? Email Jeff at [email protected] with your equipment, the fluid now in use, and your approximate volume.
Frequently asked questions
What oil goes in an electric hoist gearbox?
The oil or grease the hoist maker specifies on its plate or in its manual.
What lube for a hoist load chain?
The chain lubricant the hoist maker lists.
General maintenance information. Always follow the equipment maker’s requirements and the current product data. Product availability, pricing, and account terms are set by AMSOIL.
Industries that use this equipment
More material handling
Open a commercial account with dealer #30734402
https://www.amsoil.com/business-opportunities/get-a-commercial-account/?zo=30734402
Jeff Pittman · A1 Synthetic Oil · Independent AMSOIL Dealer #30734402 · Newport, Washington · [email protected]