Capital Equipment News May 2023

VEHICLE LUBRICANTS

Equipment longevity relies on good oil Trucks in South Africa often operate under arduous conditions, and startup protection can go a long way to ensure heavy vehicles stay healthy.

FUCHS Sales Rep Andy Weddell and Auto Aftermarket Sales Manager Lesley Barnard.

An aerial view of the new FUCHS’ head office and warehouse in Isando.

“I f one considers the South low-SAPS product like TITAN CARGO MAXX 10W40 is imperative,” says Andy Weddell, Sales Representative, Commer cial Vehicle Lead, at FUCHS Lubricants South Africa. Low-SAPS engine oil is noted to have low sulphated ash, phosphorous and sulphur content. Sometimes referred to as low ash engine oils, they have a reduced tendency for ash formation. These oils consist of innovative, low-emission additives. This bolsters the life of any vehicle enhanced with FUCHS technology. “We sell equipment longevity, which is very beneficial to the commercial vehicle sector in South Africa,” says Weddell. FUCHS’ success in this market segment is that it is seeing year-on-year growth of about 30%, with plans to grow it by an additional 30% in the year ahead. Looking at existing and emerging challenges for this road ahead, Weddell points to the regulatory environment, African car park or truck yard, so to speak, the importance of a technologically advanced

road infrastructure, carbon emissions and specific local challenges due to the decline in the number of new commercial vehicles and associated components being produced as key drivers to change the oil. Premium Lubrication “TITAN CARGO is recognised as the premium diesel engine oil in our South African range,” says Weddell. It offers, according to him, the best wear protection, represents the most comprehensive additive package, and is both technologically advanced and low SAPS. Highlighting the extended benefits of this oil, Weddell mentions oil drainage interval extension. This results in a substantial reduction of the cost per kilometre, which makes running such a fully synthetic product an extremely cost-effective and maximum wear protection offering. In addition, extended intervals reduce maintenance costs, with the added advantage of wear protection to extend equipment life. “It is the perfect combination for a fleet owner,” points out Weddell.

FUCHS’ value-added services for customers include oil condition monitoring for preventative maintenance, dispensing equipment, the availability of national deals through a well-established supply network and the assistance and expertise offered by a qualified technical team comprised of engineers and tribologists. To make it even simpler to have the correct oil, FUCHS’ Oil Chooser allows customers to select the correct oil for a specific vehicle or application. b TITAN CARGO MC SAE 10W-40 is a semi synthetic engine oil ideal for extended drainage intervals.

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