Automatic Lubrication Systems

Guardian’s automated lubrication systems are purpose-built to deliver the right amount of grease or oil to the right point, at the right time—ensuring optimal protection for your equipment while eliminating the guesswork and inconsistency of manual maintenance. From single-point lubricators for isolated bearings, to fully integrated multi-line point grease and oil systems covering dozens—or even hundreds—of lube points, we engineer solutions tailored to your application.

Our systems serve a wide range of industrial and mobile equipment, including sawmill machinery, conveyors, heavy trucks, mobile cranes, loaders, and processing equipment. Available in electric, pneumatic, hydraulic, or mechanical configurations, Guardian’s lubrication systems are fully scalable to suit your application. Even a few seconds of lubrication starvation can lead to rapid bearing failure, while over-greasing can cause seal damage and contamination ingress.

With Guardian, you eliminate both risks. Our systems deliver precise volumes based on equipment duty cycles—ensuring consistent protection that boosts uptime, extends component life, and significantly reduces grease consumption and labor costs.

Whether it’s a high-speed conveyor in a 24/7 facility or a loader operating in extreme field conditions, Guardian’s automated systems ensure every point gets what it needs—no more, no less. There’s no other company in the industry offering the same level of customization, system monitoring, and support that Guardian Reliability Services provides. From standalone electric pumps to fully integrated plant-wide lubrication automation, we help you reduce downtime, eliminate manual errors, and ensure equipment runs smoother, longer, and more efficiently.

Precision Grease & Oil Delivery Systems

Reduced Costs. Improved Safety. Consistent Results.

These days, businesses are up against three main issues:

  1. A shortage of qualified maintenance personnel – Skilled labor is increasingly difficult to find and retain.
  2. Inconsistent lubrication practices – Manual greasing often leads to missed points, over-greasing, or under-greasing, resulting in premature wear and unplanned downtime.
  3. Ongoing safety risks – Technicians are frequently required to work at heights, near moving parts, or in hazardous environments to perform manual lubrication.

A Guardian Automatic Lubrication System directly addresses these challenges:

  • Labor Savings – At an average fully burdened rate of $60/hour, a single maintenance tech performing manual lubrication on a large asset can spend several hours per week greasing equipment. Over a year, this can equal $6,000–$15,000 per asset in labor alone—before factoring in travel time, overtime, or production stoppages.
  • Reduced Downtime Costs – Consistent, automatic lubrication prevents bearing failures, chain wear, and other lubrication-related breakdowns—reducing unscheduled downtime that can cost thousands per hour in lost production.
  • Safety ROI – Eliminating the need to manually grease while equipment is operating or in hard-to-reach areas drastically reduces risk exposure, lowering injury potential, worker’s compensation claims, and lost-time incidents.
  • Consistency and Accuracy – Every lubrication point receives the right amount, at the right time, every time—extending component life and eliminating the hidden costs of poor lubrication practices.

Bottom Line:
Installing a Guardian Automatic Lubrication System typically pays for itself within 6–18 months through labor savings, extended component life, reduced downtime, and improved safety performance. In an environment where skilled labor is scarce and every minute of uptime matters, the ROI is both measurable and immediate.

Targeted Lubrication – One Point at a Time Reliable, Low-Maintenance Bearing Protection

Guardian Single Point Grease Lubricators provide a simple, dependable solution for keeping critical bearings, bushings, and other components lubricated—without the need for daily manual greasing. Designed for isolated or hard-to-reach points, these self-contained units deliver a continuous, precise supply of grease over weeks or months, ensuring optimal protection and eliminating the risks of both over- and under-lubrication.

Available in spring-driven, gas-driven, and electro-mechanical configurations, Guardian Single Point Lubricators can be set to operate for a specific duration—ranging from a few weeks to a full year—making them ideal for remote equipment, hazardous locations, or components with inconsistent access.

Key advantages:

  • Continuous, metered grease delivery for consistent protection
  • Adjustable dispensing rates to match equipment needs
  • Weather-resistant and dust-tight designs for industrial and mobile use
  • Simple installation—thread directly into the grease fitting or use with remote line adapters
  • Compatible with a wide range of grease types, including extreme-duty formulations

Perfect for applications such as conveyor bearings, electric motors, fans, pumps, and outdoor equipment, Guardian Single Point Lubricators offer an economical way to extend component life, reduce labor costs, and prevent costly downtime—one lubrication point at a time.

Multi-Point Protection. Maximum Uptime.

Guardian’s Multi-point Automatic Grease Systems are designed to deliver consistent, reliable lubrication to multiple bearings, bushings, pins, and pivot points—ensuring your critical equipment stays protected under the most demanding conditions. Whether installed on fixed industrial machinery or mobile heavy equipment, our systems eliminate the risks of over- or under-greasing, while significantly reducing manual labor and unplanned downtime.

Unlike off-the-shelf kits or pieced-together solutions, Guardian systems are built for real-world reliability—engineered and installed with performance, serviceability, and longevity in mind. We use:

  • JIC swivel fittings and permanent crimp-style connections to eliminate leaks and reduce vibration-related failures
  • Extreme-duty grease hose with protective wrap to guard against abrasion, crushing, and environmental damage
  • Thoughtful routing and mounting of every lubrication point to ensure ease of inspection, prevent pinch points, and support future maintenance
  • Remote fill kits with level indication, making refills clean, fast, and error-proof
  • Rugged enclosures, custom brackets, and hardened components designed for industrial and mobile applications alike

Unreliable manual greasing leads to dry bearings, wasted grease, contaminated fittings, and eventually catastrophic failures. Guardian’s multipoint systems are purpose-built to eliminate these risks—automating lubrication with precision dosing during operation, idle cycles, or both. The result: reduced bearing failures, extended component life, and consistent grease consumption that often pays for itself in under a year.

From chipper bearings, and conveyors to mobile crushers, loaders, and forklifts—Guardian Multipoint Systems scale to your operation and integrate seamlessly with existing equipment. Whether you need 6 points or 600, we ensure every critical location is covered.

Guardian Reliability Services delivers industry-leading integration, installation, and support—ensuring your multi-point grease system operates reliably from day one. Our expert technicians handle the entire process, from design to commissioning, helping you eliminate downtime, extend service intervals, and keep your assets moving.

Reliable, Low-Maintenance Bearing Protection

Guardian Single-Point Grease Lubricators provide a simple, dependable solution for keeping critical bearings, bushings, and other components lubricated—without the need for daily manual greasing. Designed for isolated or hard-to-reach points, these self-contained units deliver a continuous, precise supply of grease over weeks or months, ensuring optimal protection and eliminating the risks of both over- and under-lubrication.

Available in spring-driven, gas-driven, and electro-mechanical configurations, Guardian Single-Point Lubricators can be set to operate for a specific duration—ranging from a few weeks to a full year—making them ideal for remote equipment, hazardous locations, or components with inconsistent access.

Key Advantages:

  • Continuous, metered grease delivery for consistent protection
  • Adjustable dispensing rates to match equipment needs
  • Weather-resistant and dust-tight designs for industrial and mobile use
  • Simple installation—thread directly into the grease fitting or use with remote line adapters
  • Compatible with a wide range of grease types, including extreme-duty formulations

Perfect for applications such as conveyor bearings, electric motors, fans, pumps, and outdoor equipment, Guardian Single-Point Lubricators offer an economical way to extend component life, reduce labor costs, and prevent costly downtime—one lubrication point at a time.

Consistent Oil Delivery. Extended Component Life.

Guardian’s Multi-Point Automatic Oil Systems are engineered to deliver clean, precisely metered lubrication to multiple points across your equipment—ensuring optimal protection and peak performance. Whether your application calls for a controlled brush application or a fine air/mist delivery, our systems eliminate the guesswork and inconsistency of manual oiling, helping prevent wear, overheating, and premature failures.

Brush Application Systems
Ideal for open gear sets, chains, and sliding surfaces, our brush systems apply a consistent film of oil directly to the contact surface—reducing friction, dissipating heat, and flushing away contaminants. Brushes are sized and positioned for complete coverage, ensuring the lubricant is applied exactly where it’s needed, every cycle.

Air/Mist Application Systems
For high-speed spindles, bearings, and other precision components, Guardian air/mist systems deliver a controlled aerosol of oil suspended in compressed air—providing lubrication and cooling without excessive fluid buildup. This method minimizes drag, reduces contamination ingress, and is especially effective in high-RPM or high-temperature environments.

System Features & Benefits:

  • Custom distribution network designed for the number and location of lubrication points
  • Adjustable output rates for each point to match specific equipment requirements
  • Remote fill reservoirs with filtration to maintain oil cleanliness
  • Rugged construction for both industrial plant and mobile equipment environments
  • Reduced lubricant waste and maintenance labor compared to manual oiling
  • Consistent lubrication during operation, idle cycles, or both

From sawmill chains and conveyors to high-speed production spindles, Guardian Multi-Point Automatic Oil Systems provide the precise, repeatable lubrication your operation needs—reducing downtime, extending equipment life, and keeping your production running smoothly.

Protecting People While Protecting Equipment

Manual lubrication often forces technicians into unsafe situations—reaching over moving equipment, climbing to elevated areas, or working in confined, high-risk spaces. Guardian Automatic Lubrication Systems eliminate these hazards by delivering precise grease or oil to each lubrication point automatically, without requiring direct human contact. The result is a safer, more efficient maintenance process with reduced risk of injury.

Key Safety Advantages:

  • Eliminates Hazardous Access – Lubricates while equipment is running, removing the need for personnel to enter dangerous zones, climb ladders, or work near rotating components.
  • Reduces Slip, Trip, and Fall Risks – Fewer manual lubrication rounds mean less foot traffic in congested, oily, or elevated areas.
  • Removes Line-of-Fire & Pinch Point Exposure – Grease or oil is routed through fixed lines to safe locations, preventing technicians from reaching into moving machinery.
  • Improves Ergonomics – Reduces awkward bending, kneeling, or overreaching that can cause repetitive strain and musculoskeletal injuries.
  • Supports OSHA & Regulatory Compliance – Automatic lubrication is an engineering control that eliminates hazards at the source, aligning with best safety practices.
  • Safer Extreme Environment Maintenance – Reduces human exposure to high-heat, freezing, dusty, corrosive, or chemically hazardous environments.

From sawmill production lines to mobile heavy equipment, Guardian Automatic Lubrication Systems are engineered with thoughtful component placement, JIC crimp fittings, extreme-duty hose, and protective wrap—ensuring fill points are accessible, lines are protected, and personnel remain out of harm’s way.

With Guardian, lubrication becomes a safety solution as much as a maintenance solution—protecting both your workforce and your equipment.

Case study

A large equipment fleet was experiencing costly grease-related component failures and frequent downtime due to inconsistent manual lubrication. Each incident could exceed $10,000 in repairs, plus lost production time. Across over 300 machines, these issues significantly increased labor and maintenance costs.

Guardian Reliability Services (GRS) implemented multipoint autogrease systems fleetwide, delivering precise lubrication at the correct intervals without operator intervention. This eliminated missed grease points, reduced labor dependency, and ensured consistent lubrication in all operating conditions.

With a 6-month ROI per system, the company now saves thousands of dollars annually per machine and has eliminated grease-related failures entirely. The automated systems reduced downtime and allowed operators to focus on production, driving higher operational efficiency across the fleet.

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