Lubricants are vital to a piece of industrial equipment’s overall lifespan, reducing the amount of heat produced by friction and abrasion. Equipment longevity is essential for production growth and as food processing has transformed into a high-volume industry, facility managers and processors need equipment and machinery to function at its most efficient level. Because there are different types of lubricants that a facility may use, it’s key for plant and production managers to have an understanding of lubricant uses and the benefits of their implementation for product longevity and food safety. This becomes especially important for lubricants that may incidentally come in contact with food processing areas (nonfood compounds) to protect the product and supply chain from potential contamination.