December 01, 2020
Perstorp is pioneering the Oxo-market by launching the first partly renewable carboxylic acids – 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid Pro and Valeric Acid Pro. 2-EHA Pro is based on 25% renewable raw materials, and Valeric Acid Pro contains 20% renewable content. The renewable material consists of biogas, and replaces natural gas using the mass balance concept. Users can […]
Total Lubrifiants has launched a new range of lubricant, made up of advanced synthetic lubricants. The TOTAL QUARTZ XTRA range optimises engine performance while protecting mechanical parts to improve longevity. The low viscosity engine oil grades (0W-20 and 0W-16) of the new TOTAL QUARTZ XTRA range reduces friction inside the engine. As a result, using […]
OQ Chemicals, formerly Oxea, has successfully completed a recent expansion project at its Oberhausen, Germany site, resulting in a 30% increase in its global production capacity for isononanoic acid. The project completed at the site is part of the previously announced carboxylic acid expansions in the short and mid-term. “Isononanoic acid, a higher carboxylic acid, […]
Total Lubrifiants, the world’s fourth-largest international lubricants company, announced the acquisition of Lubrilog SAS. Lubrilog SAS is a French company, based in Romans sur Isère, which specialises in the formulation and production of very high-performance synthetic lubricants. The high-quality products of Lubrilog are tailored to specific customer needs and able to meet a wide range […]
Evonik is investing around EUR15 million (USD17.8 million) in its C4 production network at the Marl Chemical Park in Germany, the company announced. Targeted debottlenecking measures will increase the local production capacity for so-called isobutene derivatives by more than 50% by December 2021. In addition, logistics will be further expanded in order to further increase […]
Azelis announced its new distribution agreement with Perstorp, a world leader and pioneer in formalin chemistry, plastics and surface materials. Effective immediately, Azelis will distribute Perstorp’s polyols and solutions portfolio in parts of Northern Europe. The new mandate enables Azelis to extend its product offering in this region for both the performance chemicals and the […]
Idemitsu Lubricants America announced that its product line of fully synthetic motor oils now meet and exceed the new API SP/ ILSAC GF-6A industry standards. Also, Idemitsu has introduced a new 0W-16 viscosity grade API SP/ILSAC GF-6B Ultra-Low Viscosity Motor Oil with robust additive technology that “exceeds forward-looking lubrication standards.” “Idemitsu is ahead of the […]
Shell has made its wind turbine gearbox oil, Shell Omala S5 Wind 320, carbon neutral. Shell Omala S5 Wind 320, a synthetic wind turbine oil with world-leading filtration technology, helps to lessen gear and bearing damage, while delivering exceptional lubrication performance, increased efficiency, and improving the reliability of the gearbox. The oil comes with a […]
The FUCHS Group, which operates globally in the lubricants industry, has signed an agreement to acquire U.S.-based Nye Lubricants Inc. Located in Fairhaven, Massachusetts, Nye Lubricants is a leader in the innovation, formulation, and manufacturing of synthetic lubricants. Pending the final closing of this acquisition, the FUCHS Group further expands its specialty lubricants product portfolio, […]
ExxonMobil announced its new Mobil SHC™ Elite synthetic lubricant which can help protect mining equipment operating at extreme hot and cold temperatures, while increasing energy efficiency and extending oil drain intervals. According to ExxonMobil, Mobil SHC Elite can deliver double the oil life of traditional synthetic products and up to 12 times the oil life […]
