Flange lubricator

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-002314",
  "term": "Flange lubricator",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A device that applies lubricant to the wheel flanges of railway rolling stock, reducing friction between the wheel and the rail. This lubrication minimizes wear on both components, extends their service life, and decreases energy consumption. Flange lubricators are typically mounted on the locomotive or individual cars and dispense grease or oil at regular intervals.",
  "synonyms": [
    "flange greaser",
    "flange oiler"
  ],
  "subject": "Industrial supplies, equipment, and components",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Spurflanzenschmiergerät",
    "es": "lubricador de pestaña",
    "fr": "graisseur de boudin"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/flange-lubricator/"
}