Wheel Flange Lubrication Solutions

The product is available in aerosol format (20 oz cans, sold in cases of 12) for precision or smaller-scale applications, and in bulk format including 4x1 gallon cases, 5-gallon pails, and 55-gallon drums for large-scale industrial or railroad maintenance operations. Contact Zircon Industries at 800-547-4328 for pricing.

The lubricant uses a superior graphite content suspended in a quick-dry carrier. Once applied to wheel flanges, switches, or coupling components, it deposits a dry graphite film that reduces metal-to-metal friction without running or migrating. Effective lubrication is achieved in a single pass, minimizing downtime during maintenance operations.

No. The formulation uses a safe, quick-dry carrier that evaporates rapidly after application, leaving behind a dry graphite film. This design ensures the lubricant stays in place on the intended surface — such as wheel flanges or switch components — and does not run, drip, or migrate onto adjacent rail surfaces.

Yes. While the product is AAR-certified for railroad use, it is also suited for a wide range of industrial applications including autotrack equipment chains, tie-down chalks, internal combustion engine components, automotive and industrial gaskets, threaded fasteners, and any general metal-to-metal wear surface requiring a dry, non-migrating lubricant.

Yes. The Dry Graphite Lubricant is approved by both Canadian National and Canadian Pacific railroads. It is also GSA Canadian Compliant, with a French-language label available for regulatory compliance. The product is actively distributed across the United States and Canada by Zircon Industries.

The formula was developed in direct collaboration with chemists from major North American railroad companies, ensuring it meets the specific performance demands of real-world railroad maintenance. This industry partnership approach resulted in the AAR M971-93 approval standard and accounts for the product's effectiveness in demanding field conditions.