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Volume Counter

Volume Counters for Accurate Lubricant Tracking & Flow Verification

A volume counter is a device that tracks the cumulative total volume of fluid moving through a lubrication or fluid delivery system. By capturing totalizer readings based on pulses from a flow meter or gear sensor, a volume counter helps operators verify usage, monitor system performance, and support maintenance planning. In lubrication systems, this means accurate records of grease or oil delivered, whether for quality control, preventive maintenance, or inventory tracking.

Featured Volume Counter Products

Digital Volume Counter

A digital counter that displays the totalized volume of lubricant delivered based on signals from flow monitoring devices. Ideal for systems where accuracy, ease of reading, and data tracking are important.

Key Features:

  • Digital display with cumulative total reading

  • Compatible with pulse outputs from flow meters

  • High-resolution counting for precise records

  • Reset or non-resettable options per system needs

  • Easy mounting near application points or operator stations

Benefits:

  • Clear real-time usage tracking

  • Supports maintenance planning and documentation

  • Improves transparency in automated lubrication systems

Ideal For:

  • Industrial and centralized lubrication networks

  • Production lines with usage verification requirements

  • Quality tracking and reporting environments

Mechanical Volume Counter

A rugged, mechanical totalizer designed for harsh environments where simplicity and durability are priorities. Works with compatible flow sensors or gear meters to accumulate volume based on mechanical pulses.

Key Features:

  • Durable mechanical gearing for robust operation

  • Analog totalizer dial with high readability

  • Works with pulse signals from compatible meters

  • No external power required for basic models

Benefits:

  • Reliable in environments with electrical limitations

  • Easy to service and maintain

  • Clear cumulative usage readout

Ideal For:

  • Heavy equipment lubrication systems

  • Remote or non-powered installations

  • Centralized feed systems where visual verification is preferred

Common Industrial Applications

Volume counters are widely used in systems where lubricant tracking and usage reporting are essential, including:

  • Centralized lubrication networks feeding multiple points
  • Automated assembly lines requiring documented flow control
  • Machine tool lubrication with verified dispense volumes
  • Maintenance workshop stations needing consumption logs
  • Quality assurance environments requiring usage records

By capturing accurate usage information, volume counters help teams optimize lubricant inventory, reduce waste, and support proactive servicing.

Why Choose Kirkco Volume Counters

Kirkco’s volume counter solutions are engineered to deliver:

  • Reliable tracking of grease, oil, and fluid flow
  • Compatibility with flow meters and sensors used in industrial lubrication systems
  • Durable performance in factory and workshop conditions
  • Flexible display options (digital or mechanical) to match site needs

When combined with flow meters, filters, and flow regulating valves, volume counters help build a comprehensive flow regulation strategy that supports performance, documentation, and process optimization.