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Contract filling of lubricants: from bulk containers to the ideal application unit
As an experienced partner and service provider, we transfer lubricants and greases from large bulk containers into precisely fitting cartridges and containers – cleanly, with air control and efficiently.
Have technical lubricants filled
Benefit from our bespoke, certified processes, which are precisely tailored to your stringent industrial requirements and specific production lines:
- Filling from 200-litre drums, buckets or bulk containers
- Precise adaptation to your dosing systems and production processes
- Air-monitored pumping system for maximum process reliability
- Customised solutions: Tailor-made filling of lubricants
Many industrial companies purchase high-quality lubricants in large standard containers, such as 200-litre drums, 25-kg containers or large industrial packaging. Whilst lubricants often have a shelf life of three to four years when stored correctly, a container under pressure should be emptied within three weeks at the latest.
Added to this is the practical reality: for actual use on machinery or in products, significantly smaller, specific quantities are often required than the standard delivery quantities allow. Anyone who needs to decant lubricants often faces a problem.
Decanting lubricants
Most companies use special cartridges, small containers or specialised containers for their automated dosing systems or dispensers. In such cases, they are often forced to transfer the product manually – either themselves or via the lubricant supplier’s sales team. Improper transfer can compromise the quality of the product, rendering it unsuitable for reliable, precise and industrial use. The solution is a professional lubricant filling service.
Challenges and problems
- Air pockets in the grease
- Contamination from dirt particles
- Uneven, inaccurate dosing results
- Unstable production processes
Tip: Make use of our lubricant degassing service.
Professional lubricant filling as a service
Using our state-of-the-art filling technology, we can ensure the precise and consistent filling of lubricants into exactly the type of container required for your application.
Whether it’s high-viscosity greases, silicone oils, specialised formulations or contract filling of industrial greases – we specialise in this field and are experts in handling demanding substances.
As a filling service for lubricants and greases, we pay particular attention to:
- Clean and fully documented contract filling
- Gentle conveyance of the lubricant (preserving viscosity and properties)
- Complete avoidance of air bubbles (filling greases without air)
- Elimination of contaminated lubricant
- Consistent precision and top quality for every batch
This is how we ensure that the lubricant is supplied to your production process in an optimal, safe and ready-to-use condition.
When is it advisable to use a contract filling service for fats and lubricants?
Our service is a key factor in ensuring smooth operations, particularly in the following industrial scenarios:
- Large containers need to be distributed into small quantities: Technical lubricants are often only available in large containers, but are required in production in small grease cartridges. We provide professional contract filling (small quantities of lubricants up to large-scale production).
- Adaptation to dosing systems: Automated processes require predefined container sizes that are often not available or in demand on the open market.
- High quality standards: To ensure stable processes, we must fill lubricating greases and supply them in a completely clean condition.
- Process optimisation: Professionally filled lubricants prevent machine downtime and significantly improve the efficiency of your production.
Lubricant container sizes: Filling lubricants into cartridges
We offer filling services for various containers (lubricants) that integrate seamlessly into your production lines. Our bespoke solutions include, amongst others:
- Filling lubricants into industrial cartridges (for automated dispensing systems)
- Filling grease cartridges (various standards)
- 1 kg containers and 3.5 kg cartridges
- 25 kg containers
- Custom containers tailored precisely to customer requirements
This ensures the fill quantity is precisely tailored to your application.
Typical applications for our contract filling services
Contract filling is particularly relevant where high-precision lubrication is a critical part of the production process. Our service is used within the industry primarily by quality-conscious companies in the following sectors:
- Automotive & Suppliers
- Electrical Engineering & Electronics Manufacturing
- Automation technology & precision engineering
- Aerospace
Our filling process: How lubricant filling works
We make it as simple and secure as possible for you: drawing on our many years of experience in contract filling of lubricants, we handle the entire filling process, quality assurance and packaging, so that you can focus on your core business.
Delivery
The lubricant is conveniently delivered to us in its original container.
Documentation & Testing
We review the technical data sheets and specifications.
Conveying via filling systems
The lubricant is delivered via our specially air-monitored pump system.
Precise filling
Filling into your custom containers or special containers.
Labelling
Every single container is clearly documented, tracked by batch and labelled.
Returns
The freshly filled industrial cartridges are packaged and sent back to you.
Advice on contract filling and contract degassing
Do you have questions about contract filling and contract degassing? We are happy to help. Talk to me.
Personal contact person
Niklas Kinzl
Phone: +49 2355 50828-916
E-Mail: dosing@soma.de
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on contract filling of lubricants
Manual transfer from drums and containers almost always results in air pockets and contamination. Especially when you need to fill greases into dosing systems without introducing air, our automated, air-monitored lubricant filling system is essential for preventing system malfunctions.
Yes, as a B2B industrial lubricant filling service, we respond flexibly to your requirements. We fill both large batches and specific small quantities for specialised applications. We find the right solution for every requirement.
Absolutely. Customised filling of lubricants is one of our core areas of expertise. We fill both standard cartridges and bespoke containers exactly to your specifications.
We offer direct filling from bulk into your preferred grease cartridges. You receive a ready-to-use solution tailored to your equipment, saving your team the hassle of manual decanting in the workshop.
Our state-of-the-art filling systems utilise air-controlled pump systems that enable precise, bubble-free dosing. This high level of precision ensures absolute repeatability for every container, which is essential for process reliability in automated production lines and micro-dosing applications.
We support you in all phases of your project
SOMA is at your side as a reliable technology partner in every project phase – design, implementation, training and after-sales. You can count on our experienced team and our expertise.
Non-binding and personal advice
Sometimes you need quick and straight-forward help. We are here for you.
Phone: +49 2355 50828-0
E-Mail: info@soma.de