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LUBRICANTS & SLIDING AGENTS

The ones with the special properties.

It’s about reducing friction and wear as well as vibration damping and sealing. Special additional functions are the prevention of squeaking or other noises and thermal conductivity.

We offer all our silicone oils as liquid lubricants, but in particular our LOBOTHERM oils BAP for applications with high temperature loads.

As greases, we also offer our silicone pastes with a solid lubricant content.

Additional requirements are placed on lubricants, such as particularly thin film formation, colorlessness, no tendency to soiling and resistance to static charge. Silicone oils (polydimethylsiloxanes) or formulations made from or with them are particularly suitable for this purpose.

The application possibilities are manifold – please contact us for advice.

All products from L. Böwing GmbH, whether raw material or formulation, are also expressly available ready-made. Tell us what you want in terms of containers and packaging and we will make it happen.

FAQ – THE MOST IMPORTANT QUESTIONS ABOUT LUBRICANTS & SLIDING AGENTS

Many technical applications place special demands on lubrication and material compatibility. Standard lubricants are often not suitable for this.

We develop silicone-based specialty lubricants specifically designed for plastic-to-plastic or plastic-to-metal friction pairs as well as for sensitive technical applications. The goal is to ensure long-lasting, reliable lubrication combined with high material compatibility and extended service life.

Yes. We develop custom silicone oils, silicone pastes, and silicone greases for demanding technical applications.

Depending on the application, we can tailor the following properties, among others:

  • Lubrication performance
  • Slip behavior
  • Viscosity or consistency
  • Thixotropy
  • Material compatibility
  • Temperature resistance
  • Water and weather resistance
  • Electrical properties
  • Long-term lubrication performance

Our products are used wherever conventional lubricants reach their limits.

Typical applications include:

  • Plastic-to-plastic friction pairs
  • Plastic-to-metal friction pairs
  • Actuators
  • Damping elements
  • Switches and control elements
  • Rails and guides
  • Seals and O-rings
  • Assembly applications
  • Precision mechanics

Yes.

Actuators in particular often require thixotropic lubricants that flow easily during movement but remain in place when at rest.

This helps reduce noise, wear, and lubricant migration.

Silicone-based specialty lubricants offer numerous advantages, especially in technical applications:

  • High compatibility with plastics and elastomers
  • Low friction
  • Long-term lubrication
  • Water-repellent properties
  • Weather resistance
  • Good aging resistance
  • Low evaporation loss
  • Reliable performance over a wide temperature range

They are particularly suitable for applications where mineral oils or standard greases are not appropriate.

Our formulations are specifically tailored to different material combinations.

Typical material pairings include:

  • Plastic–plastic
  • Plastic–metal
  • Rubber–metal
  • Elastomers
  • Engineering thermoplastics
  • Thermosets

Material compatibility is always a key focus of development.

Yes.

Many of our silicone-based specialty lubricants offer high resistance to moisture, splash water, UV radiation, and weathering.

This makes them suitable for outdoor applications or use in humid environments.

Depending on the application, we develop specialty lubricants that can be designed for use in food-related areas or in contact with drinking water.

During development, we already take into account the required regulatory requirements and target markets.

Our products are used in, among others, the following industries:

  • Automotive industry
  • Plastics industry
  • Electrical engineering
  • Household appliances
  • Sanitary technology
  • Valve and fittings engineering
  • Medical technology
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Conveyor technology

Depending on the application, we develop:

  • Silicone oils
  • Silicone greases
  • Silicone pastes
  • Assembly pastes
  • Damping greases
  • Slip agents
  • Specialty formulations

The selection depends on friction pairings, temperature range, and operating conditions.

Yes.

We support companies with:

  • Reformulations
  • Supplier transitions
  • Optimization of existing lubricants
  • Reduction of noise and wear
  • Improvement of material compatibility
  • Development of new specialty formulations

Depending on the product, you will receive:

  • Technical Data Sheets (TDS)
  • Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
  • Certificates of Analysis (CoA)
  • Product-specific documentation

Yes.

For development projects, we provide samples, pilot batches, or small quantities so that products can be tested under real application conditions.

Our development process includes:

  1. Analysis of the application and friction pairings
  2. Technical consultation
  3. Selection of suitable silicone bases and additives
  4. Formulation development
  5. Laboratory and field testing
  6. Optimization
  7. Serial production

Helpful information includes:

  • Friction pair (e.g., plastic/plastic or plastic/metal)
  • Temperature range
  • Type of movement (sliding, rotating, damping)
  • Load
  • Environmental conditions
  • Material compatibility
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Desired service life

This allows us to develop the optimal silicone lubrication solution for your application.

The development time depends on numerous factors, such as formulation complexity, required testing, and the scope of validation.

After an initial technical analysis, we create a realistic development and project plan.