Analysis of the influence of forklift slewing ring lubrication on forklift energy consumption and service life

In the modern logistics industry, forklifts are important loading and unloading equipment, and their performance and efficiency directly affect the smoothness and efficiency of logistics operations. As one of the key components of forklifts, the forklift slewing ring plays a vital role in the rotation operation of forklifts. The performance state of the forklift slewing ring, especially the friction resistance generated during the rotation process, has a profound impact on the energy consumption and service life of the forklift.

The forklift slewing ring is the core component of the forklift to realize the rotation function. It bears various forces and torques during the rotation of the forklift to ensure that the forklift can complete the steering action stably and accurately. However, during the rotation process, the forklift slewing ring will inevitably generate friction resistance. This friction resistance not only consumes the energy of the forklift and increases energy consumption, but may also cause wear and damage to the forklift slewing ring during long-term operation, thereby shortening the service life of the forklift.

A good lubrication state is essential to reduce the friction resistance inside the forklift slewing ring. The lubricant can form a thin oil film on the contact surface of the forklift slewing ring, effectively reducing the direct contact between metals, thereby reducing the friction coefficient and reducing friction resistance. When the forklift slewing ring is in a good lubrication state, the energy required by the forklift during the rotation process will be greatly reduced, and the energy consumption will be effectively controlled. At the same time, good lubrication can also effectively disperse and absorb the heat generated during the rotation process, prevent the equipment from overheating, and protect the forklift slewing ring from thermal damage.

On the contrary, if the friction performance of the forklift slewing ring is poor and the lubrication is poor, the friction resistance generated during the rotation process will increase significantly. This will cause the forklift to consume more energy when completing the same rotation action, and the energy consumption will increase accordingly. Long-term high-energy operation not only increases the operating cost of the forklift, but may also impose an additional burden on the power system of the forklift and accelerate the aging process of the equipment.

In addition, forklift slewing rings with poor friction performance may also cause serious heating of the equipment. Excessive temperature will accelerate the aging and deterioration of the lubricant, further deteriorate the lubrication conditions, and form a vicious circle. In extreme cases, excessive temperature may even cause thermal deformation or thermal cracking of the forklift slewing ring material, seriously threatening the safe operation of the forklift.

More importantly, the service life of the forklift slewing ring that has been operating under poor lubrication conditions for a long time will be greatly shortened. Damage such as wear, corrosion and fatigue will gradually accumulate, eventually leading to the failure of the forklift slewing ring. Once the forklift slewing ring fails, the rotation function of the forklift will be seriously affected or even unable to work normally. This will not only reduce the overall working efficiency of the forklift, but may also cause safety accidents and bring serious losses to logistics operations.