lubricator

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lu·bri·ca·tor

(lo͞o′brĭ-kā′tər)

1. One that lubricates, especially a lubricant.

2. A device for applying a lubricant.

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lubricator

(ˈluːbrɪˌkeɪtə)

1. a person or thing that lubricates

2. a device for applying lubricant

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Noun

lubricator - a substance capable of reducing friction by making surfaces smooth or slippery

lube, lubricant, lubricating substance

substance - a particular kind or species of matter with uniform properties; "shigella is one of the most toxic substances known to man"

drilling fluid, drilling mud - a mixture of clays and chemicals and water; pumped down the drill pipe to lubricate and cool the drilling bit and to flush out the cuttings and to strengthen the sides of the hole

motor oil - oil used to lubricate the moving parts of a motor

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lubrificatore

lubricator

[ˈluːbrɪkeɪtəʳ] N → lubricador m

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lubricator

n → Schmiervorrichtung f

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lubricator

[ˈluːbrɪˌkeɪtəʳ] n (liquid) → lubrificante m; (device) → ingrassatore m

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But I'll swear I never left those lubricator taps on."

The mystery of the dripping lubricators was also explained to him.

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All of the fan's lubricating points are now continuously supplied with the precise volume of lubricant using a single lubricator, which prevents any over-lubrication of bearings leading to unwanted temperature increases, which helps to prolong the life of the grease.

Automatic lubrication system prevents: PWE takes a look at how an automatic lubrication system from Schaeffler is preventing unplanned downtime of a large ventilation fan at BMW Regensburg

The Multipoint Automatic Lubricator TLMP series introduces a centralized and ready-to-use system for rotating equipment applications across a variety of industries.

Automatic machinery lubricator

Vancouver, Canada, November 02, 2012 --(PR.com)-- Vancouver, Canada based ATS Electro-Lube has recently announced that the company is now offering a new line of automatic lubricator products within their evolving catalogue.

ATS Electro Lube Introduce New Automatic Lubricator Options

The lifter does not require an air lubricator, and includes a pistol grip metering valve control for vertical lift.

Position loads vertically, horizontally with articulated jib lifter

Options include an oil sight glass, air line filter and lubricator.

New Jenny models come to market

lubricator, fabric scanner, yarn consumption control unit, motor drive belt system and others.

Memminger IRO: Yarn feeding, control systems and lubrication technology for knitting machines

The press is shipped complete with regulator, lubricator, filter, gauge, adapter and clamps, and is said to readily adapt itself to automation.

Air bench press

Capable of counter-boring for aligning different schedules of pipe, the tool comes as a complete kit with clamp ribs and pads, a hose and filter, lubricator, and a metal carrying case.