Automation and Robotics - Lincoln
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Lubrication Equipment
Lubrication equipment is the unsung hero behind the seamless operation of machinery across diverse industries. Its significance lies in its ability to ensure optimal performance and durability of critical components. This versatile range of tools encompasses automated lubrication systems, the backbone of heavy machinery, and precision lubrication instruments designed for the most intricate mechanical parts. By mitigating friction and wear, lubrication equipment not only extends the lifespan of machinery but also safeguards against corrosion and dissipates excess heat, maintaining machinery efficiency at its peak. From gears that turn without a hitch to bearings that glide effortlessly, adequate lubrication is the linchpin of smooth machinery operation. Moreover, it goes beyond mere upkeep; it reduces downtime, cost savings, and heightened overall productivity. In the intricate world of machinery maintenance, lubrication equipment stands tall as the cornerstone of reliability and performance.
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Built for Lincoln pump monitoring, the Lincoln 278012 is a pressure gauge. It displays system pressure on a dial. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$158.28$195.21
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This drum cover (Lincoln 278017) seals the drum opening during pumping. Use it in Lincoln drum pump setups. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$541.05$667.31
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 278018 cable assembly provides pre-terminated wiring, making it essential for Lincoln control systems. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$49.78$61.39
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a gasket, the Lincoln 278025 seals mating surfaces. Engineered for Lincoln pump connections. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$6.78$8.36
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 278073 is a seal kit that includes all seals for a service rebuild. Designed for Lincoln pump maintenance. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$101.17$124.77
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 278074 rotor kit from Lincoln includes the pump rotor and related parts. It fits into Lincoln rotary pump service. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$560.47$691.27
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln equipment, the Lincoln 278076 is a handle. It provides a grip for operation. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$93.20$114.94
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This swivel (Lincoln 278077) provides a rotating fluid connection. Use it in Lincoln hose assemblies. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$59.11$72.90
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 278078 rigid spout provides a fixed straight dispensing extension, making it essential for Lincoln grease gun and pump dispensing. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$93.20$114.94
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a flexible spout, the Lincoln 278079 provides a bendable dispensing extension. Engineered for Lincoln grease gun dispensing. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$98.89$121.96
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 278080 is a O-ring kit for PMV pumps that includes all O-rings for PMV pump service. Designed for Lincoln PMV pump maintenance. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$19.53$24.08
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 278082 rotor kit from Lincoln includes the pump rotor and related parts. It fits into Lincoln rotary pump service. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$838.69$1,034.42
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This follower assembly (Lincoln 278094) maintains contact with the grease surface inside the container. Use it in Lincoln drum pump systems. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$547.22$578.51
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 278095 follower assembly maintains contact with the grease surface inside the container, making it essential for Lincoln drum pump systems. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$551.38$582.90
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a drum cover, the Lincoln 278096 seals the drum opening during pumping. Engineered for Lincoln drum pump setups. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$203.87$215.52
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 278097 is a follower magnet bracket kit that mounts a magnet to the follower for level detection. Designed for Lincoln drum pump follower monitoring. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$80.78$85.39
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 278103 conduit box assembly from Lincoln encloses electrical connections. It fits into Lincoln pump electrical installations. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$1,049.76$1,294.75
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln equipment service, the Lincoln 278177 is a handle kit. It includes handle components. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$278.84$343.91
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This 3/4-inch NPT swivel kit (Lincoln 278178) provides a rotating connection at 3/4-inch NPT. Use it in Lincoln hose and pump connections. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$275.24$339.47
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 278179 electronic module kit includes the replacement electronic module for the meter, making it essential for Lincoln electronic meter service. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$248.66$306.68
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a threaded bushing, the Lincoln 278181 reduces thread size or provides a wear surface in threaded bores. Engineered for Lincoln pump assemblies. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$18.52$22.84
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 278195 is a bushing and plunger set that provides a matched bore liner and plunger. Designed for Lincoln pump bore assemblies. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$926.55$1,142.78
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 278209 SL-V cap kit from Lincoln includes replacement caps for SL-V injectors. It fits into Lincoln SL-V injector service. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$15.44$19.04
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln pump valve service, the Lincoln 278210 is a valve kit. It includes components for a valve rebuild. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$35.71$44.04
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln pump monitoring, the Lincoln 278012 is a pressure gauge. It displays system pressure on a dial. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$158.28$195.21
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This drum cover (Lincoln 278017) seals the drum opening during pumping. Use it in Lincoln drum pump setups. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$541.05$667.31
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 278018 cable assembly provides pre-terminated wiring, making it essential for Lincoln control systems. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$49.78$61.39
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a gasket, the Lincoln 278025 seals mating surfaces. Engineered for Lincoln pump connections. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$6.78$8.36
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 278073 is a seal kit that includes all seals for a service rebuild. Designed for Lincoln pump maintenance. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$101.17$124.77
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 278074 rotor kit from Lincoln includes the pump rotor and related parts. It fits into Lincoln rotary pump service. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$560.47$691.27
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln equipment, the Lincoln 278076 is a handle. It provides a grip for operation. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$93.20$114.94
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This swivel (Lincoln 278077) provides a rotating fluid connection. Use it in Lincoln hose assemblies. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$59.11$72.90
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 278078 rigid spout provides a fixed straight dispensing extension, making it essential for Lincoln grease gun and pump dispensing. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$93.20$114.94
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a flexible spout, the Lincoln 278079 provides a bendable dispensing extension. Engineered for Lincoln grease gun dispensing. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$98.89$121.96
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 278080 is a O-ring kit for PMV pumps that includes all O-rings for PMV pump service. Designed for Lincoln PMV pump maintenance. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$19.53$24.08
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 278082 rotor kit from Lincoln includes the pump rotor and related parts. It fits into Lincoln rotary pump service. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$838.69$1,034.42
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This follower assembly (Lincoln 278094) maintains contact with the grease surface inside the container. Use it in Lincoln drum pump systems. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$547.22$578.51
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 278095 follower assembly maintains contact with the grease surface inside the container, making it essential for Lincoln drum pump systems. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$551.38$582.90
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a drum cover, the Lincoln 278096 seals the drum opening during pumping. Engineered for Lincoln drum pump setups. Available from Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$203.87$215.52
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 278097 is a follower magnet bracket kit that mounts a magnet to the follower for level detection. Designed for Lincoln drum pump follower monitoring. Supplied by Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$80.78$85.39
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 278103 conduit box assembly from Lincoln encloses electrical connections. It fits into Lincoln pump electrical installations. Order from Centro, your authorized Lincoln distributor.
$1,049.76$1,294.75
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln equipment service, the Lincoln 278177 is a handle kit. It includes handle components. Centro is an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$278.84$343.91
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
This 3/4-inch NPT swivel kit (Lincoln 278178) provides a rotating connection at 3/4-inch NPT. Use it in Lincoln hose and pump connections. Available through Centro, authorized Lincoln distributor.
$275.24$339.47
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln's 278179 electronic module kit includes the replacement electronic module for the meter, making it essential for Lincoln electronic meter service. Centro is a factory-authorized Lincoln distributor.
$248.66$306.68
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
As a threaded bushing, the Lincoln 278181 reduces thread size or provides a wear surface in threaded bores. Engineered for Lincoln pump assemblies. Stocked by Centro, an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$18.52$22.84
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Lincoln part 278195 is a bushing and plunger set that provides a matched bore liner and plunger. Designed for Lincoln pump bore assemblies. Centro distributes this product as an authorized Lincoln dealer.
$926.55$1,142.78
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The 278209 SL-V cap kit from Lincoln includes replacement caps for SL-V injectors. It fits into Lincoln SL-V injector service. Provided by Centro, an authorized Lincoln distributor.
$15.44$19.04
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
Built for Lincoln pump valve service, the Lincoln 278210 is a valve kit. It includes components for a valve rebuild. Centro is an authorized distributor of Lincoln products.
$35.71$44.04
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
FAQS
- Getting started with industrial automation begins with identifying the tasks that are repetitive, hazardous, labor-intensive, or quality-critical — these are the best candidates for automation. Common first steps include adding sensors for detection and feedback, installing pneumatic or electric actuators to replace manual movements, and using PLCs or smart relays to coordinate the sequence. For more advanced automation, industrial robots and collaborative robots (cobots) can handle pick-and-place, assembly, welding, palletizing, and packaging tasks with grippers and end-of-arm tooling (EOAT). Machine vision systems add inspection and quality control capabilities. Safety equipment — light curtains, safety switches, emergency stops, and guarding — is required to protect operators working near automated equipment. Centro's Automation and Robotics division offers products across all of these areas and can help you evaluate which tasks to automate first for the best return on investment.
- End-of-arm tooling (EOAT) refers to the device mounted on the end of a robotic arm that directly interacts with the workpiece — it is what allows the robot to grip, move, orient, and place parts. The most common EOAT type is the gripper, and selecting the right one depends on the workpiece material, shape, weight, and process requirements. Pneumatic grippers use compressed air and are the workhorse for general-purpose pick-and-place — they are fast, reliable, and available in parallel, angular, and three-finger configurations. Electric grippers use servo motors for programmable grip force and position, making them ideal for delicate or variable parts requiring precise control. Vacuum grippers use suction cups to handle flat, smooth, or irregularly shaped items like boxes, sheets, and glass without mechanical clamping. Magnetic grippers handle ferrous metal parts without contact mechanisms, offering quick cycle times for steel stamping and machining operations. Quick-change systems allow a single robot to swap between different EOAT types for multi-task flexibility.
- A collaborative robot — or cobot — is designed to work safely alongside human operators in a shared workspace without requiring safety fencing or caged enclosures. Cobots use built-in force and torque sensors, speed monitoring, and rounded, pinch-free designs to detect contact with a person and immediately stop or reverse motion, meeting ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066 safety standards. Traditional industrial robots operate at high speeds and forces behind safety guarding because they are not designed to detect or respond to human contact. Cobots are the right choice for applications that require human-robot interaction — tasks like machine tending, light assembly, quality inspection, and palletizing where an operator works nearby or hands off parts to the robot. They are also easier to program (often through hand-guiding or intuitive software), making them practical for small-batch and high-mix production where tasks change frequently. Traditional robots remain the better choice for high-speed, high-payload, or hazardous applications where human proximity is not needed.
- Industrial sensors detect physical conditions — presence, position, distance, temperature, pressure, level, and more — and convert them into electrical signals that PLCs and controllers use to make decisions. Selecting the right sensor starts with what you need to detect. Inductive proximity sensors detect metal objects at close range without contact and are the standard for detecting machine parts, cylinders at end-of-stroke, and metal targets on conveyors. Photoelectric sensors use light beams to detect objects at longer ranges and work on any material — through-beam, retroreflective, and diffuse types cover different range and mounting scenarios. Capacitive sensors detect both metallic and non-metallic materials including liquids, powders, and plastics, making them useful for level sensing through container walls. Ultrasonic sensors measure distance using sound waves, ideal for level measurement and position sensing of irregular surfaces. Beyond sensing type, consider the mounting environment — temperature, washdown exposure, vibration — and select the appropriate IP rating and housing material.
- Every automated or robotic work cell must include safety equipment to protect personnel from hazardous motion, in compliance with OSHA regulations and machine safety standards such as ANSI/RIA 15.06 and ISO 13849. The specific equipment depends on the risk assessment, but common components include safety light curtains that create an invisible detection field and stop the machine if a person enters the hazardous zone, safety laser scanners that monitor floor-level areas and can define warning and stop zones, safety interlock switches on access doors and gates that cut power when opened, emergency stop buttons placed within reach of operators, and safety-rated PLCs or safety relays that monitor all safety inputs and ensure the machine reaches a safe state before restarting. For collaborative robot applications, the cobot's built-in safety system may reduce the need for external guarding, but a thorough risk assessment is still required to determine whether additional measures — such as area scanners or reduced speed zones — are needed.