Fleet operators face the dual challenge of maintaining operational efficiency while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. AdBlue® plays a crucial role in achieving these objectives by reducing NOx emissions in diesel vehicles. This article explores best practices for managing AdBlue® usage within fleet operations.
Understanding AdBlue® Consumption in Fleets
AdBlue® consumption in fleet vehicles typically ranges from 3% to 5% of diesel fuel usage. Factors influencing consumption include vehicle type, load, driving conditions, and engine efficiency. Monitoring these variables helps in predicting AdBlue® needs and planning refills accordingly.
In an era where environmental concerns are paramount, reducing vehicle emissions has become a critical objective. AdBlue®, a diesel exhaust fluid (DEF), plays a vital role in helping diesel vehicles meet stringent emission standards. This guide delves into what AdBlue® is, how it works, and why it’s essential for diesel vehicle owners.
What is AdBlue®?
AdBlue® is a high-purity, non-toxic solution composed of 32.5% urea and 67.5% deionized water. It’s used in Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) systems found in modern diesel vehicles. When injected into the exhaust stream, AdBlue® breaks down harmful nitrogen oxides (NOx) into harmless nitrogen and water vapor, significantly reducing environmental impact.
Importance of AdBlue® in Emission Control
With the implementation of Euro 6 emission standards, diesel vehicles are required to limit NOx emissions. AdBlue® is integral to this process, ensuring compliance and contributing to cleaner air quality. Failure to maintain adequate AdBlue® levels can lead to reduced engine performance and increased emissions.
How Does AdBlue® Work?
The SCR system injects AdBlue® into the exhaust gases, where it reacts with NOx in the presence of a catalyst. This chemical reaction converts NOx into nitrogen and water, both harmless to the environment. The process is highly efficient, reducing NOx emissions by up to 90%.
AdBlue® Consumption and Maintenance
AdBlue® consumption varies based on vehicle type and usage but typically ranges from 3% to 5% of diesel fuel consumption. Regular monitoring of AdBlue® levels is crucial, as running out can trigger warning lights and potentially limit vehicle performance.
Storage and Handling of AdBlue®
Proper storage of AdBlue® is essential to maintain its effectiveness. It should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight, and in containers made of materials compatible with urea solutions, such as polyethylene or stainless steel. AdBlue® has a shelf life of up to 12 months when stored correctly.
Certas Lubricant Solutions: Your Trusted AdBlue® Supplier
As the UK’s largest independent supplier of lubricants and AdBlue®, Certas Lubricant Solutions offers:
You rely on your vehicles to perform all year round so when the colder weather hits it’s important to make sure that you’ve taken the necessary steps to ensure it runs smoothly.
Anti-freeze coolants are an essential fluid to ensuring engines and heat generating systems are in good working order. However, the coolant system is one of the most overlooked areas for preventive maintenance in a diesel engine.
The importance of anti-freeze
Anti-freeze mixes with water to prevent water from freezing and raises the boiling point to avoid overheating and reduce engine corrosion – making it an essential product to ensure the longevity for your diesel-powered bus or coach. By protecting the engine from freezing, anti-freeze also helps prevent non-starts in the coldest temperatures.
What’s more, a frozen engine can be very expensive to repair, so it’s important to regularly check engine coolant levels in the winter. In fact, research has shown that 40% of all engine problems in heavy-duty diesel engines are related to improper cooling system maintenance.
Choosing the right anti-freeze
So, what should do you need to consider when choosing an anti-freeze? There are lots of different types of anti-freeze and there’s no single anti-freeze suitable for all vehicle makes and models. Ethelyne Glycol and Propylene Glycol are the major components of anti-freeze coolants and basic types of coolant include Inorganic Acid Technology and Organic Acid Technology. The best and right choice or anti-freeze-coolant is to always use the anti-freeze type that’s recommended by your vehicle manufacturer.
A common mistake with anti-freeze is the concentration used in the solution. Because pure anti-freeze freezes at a higher temperature than when mixed with water so it should always be used in 50:50 proportion with water. If the concentration of anti-freeze used is too low or high then it can cause cracks, water leakages, corrosion and over-heating.
Stocking up on high-quality anti-freeze-coolant now is essential for any coach or bus-using business, because diesel engines are usually operated under both harsh conditions and on a continuous basis throughout winter. These engines and their transmissions require top quality cooling systems and anti-freeze in order to maximise their performance and reliability while minimising maintenance costs.
It doesn’t matter if it’s raining, sleeting, snowing or it’s just a little bit chilly, your bus or coach needs an extra bit of care during winter to ensure it, and your business, continues to run smoothly. Using high-quality anti-freeze is the best way of ensuring this extra care is provided and your business runs smoothly all year round.
Certas Lubricant Solutions provides a range of anti-freeze and coolant products to keep your engines moving in the colder weather including long-life anti-freeze, red anti-freeze, blue anti-freeze, OAT anti-freeze (Organic Acid Technology), propylene glycol anti-freeze and more!
You can purchase all winter products including antifreeze, screen wash and de-icer from Certas.
Since 1930 Tectyl has prevented rust corrosion of nearly every metal surface against the elements for the automotive and a variety of other industries. Tectyl has become a synonymous word for rust protection worldwide thanks to its strong adhesive properties with metal surfaces. Engineered for superior short- or long- term protection, many Tectyl products are multi-functional and can be used against indoor and outdoor exposure to help metal surfaces resist damage caused by moisture, salt spray, hard gravel and harsh corrosives.
Tectyl’s superior corrosion protection offers customers the confidence, reliability, reputation and high quality standards of its global market-leading brand. The automotive industry relies on Tectyl products to provide ultimate protection and help extend the service life of trucks, passenger vehicles, trailer bodies and other equipment manufactured from metal parts.
Innovative solutions, products and expertise Winter raises special challenges for fleet owners. By taking a few basic maintenance steps to protect vehicle underbodies and wash away corrosive deposits, fleet owners can ensure their trucks last through more winters.
Born to Protect Winter means snow, ice, and the application of sand and harsh de-icing chemicals to make road travel safer. For fleet owners, winter road treatments threaten future damage to trucks, as abrasive and corrosive elements spatter up against vehicle undercarriages and bodies. These harsh winter elements will eventually take their toll, rusting vehicle structures and systems and shortening truck service lives.
One of the biggest corrosion prevention steps fleet owners can take is to apply an anti-corrosion coating to truck underbodies and wheel wells. These areas get the brunt of exposure to corrosive de-icing salts, sand, and gravel that splash up from the road onto garbage or recycling trucks going about their daily winter routines. Applying anti-corrosion coatings before winter road conditions set in is a simple and practical way to delay eventual deterioration of underbody areas and discourage them from rusting out.
With a comprehensive portfolio to safeguard nearly every metal surface from corrosion, chipping, peeling and abrasion, Tectyl products can help companies avoid repair and downtime, likely providing a lower total cost of ownership and ensuring a more effective and profitable operation.
The broad range of Tectyl products offer ultimate protection for metal surfaces against the damaging effects of moisture, chloride, salt, gravel and corrosion, which can help extend the service life of trucks, passenger vehicles, trailer bodies, earth moving, mining, industrial or any other equipment manufactured with metal parts.
Another good standard maintenance practice for protecting vehicles in the winter is regular washing to remove dirt and corrosive salt deposits on the vehicle body and under-carriage.
Winter raises special challenges for fleet owners, threatening to shorten the service life of vehicles because of the same treatments that help keep roads safe. By taking a few basic preventive maintenance steps to protect vehicle underbodies and wash away corrosive deposits fleet owners can go a long way toward making their trucks last through more winters.
BY: Simon Michell, Business Development Manager, Certas Lubricant Solutions
Engine oil has travelled quite a journey before it becomes the golden liquid that stops an engine descending into a scrap metal
Let’s have a look at “upstream,” as the oil people call it – crude oil, the black stuff that comes out of the ground and then we will look at “downstream,” the Base oils that is the starting block for automotive oil.
The term Crude oil can be interchanged with the term Petroleum (not to confused with petrol or as our friends in the USA call it, gasoline)
Petroleum literally means “rock oil”… petroleum comes from the Greek word “petra“, meaning rock, and the Latin word “oleum“, meaning oil.
Crude oil is the remains of organisms that lived and died millions of years ago – mainly plankton which was buried in mud.
Different names are given to crude oil, depending where in the world the oil is pumped out of the ground. We have Sweet and Sour crude oil (you do the jokes…!) as well as Light and Heavy crude oil
The petroleum industry barometer is based on crude oil from three areas, West Texas Intermediate (WTI). Brent Crude and Dubai crude.
The first two, West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude from the North Sea are classed as Sweet and Light and that gives them the gold standard in crude oils.
Crude oil from around the world
Sweet
Sour
Light
Brent (North Sea) West Texas Intermediate (WTI)
Light Sour blend (Canada) Arabian Extra Light
Heavy
Cano Limon (Columbia) Minas (Indonesia)
Maya Heavy ( Mexico Merey (Venezuela)
Crude oil is extracted by using Onshore or offshore oil rigs which are engineering giants. Add in the harsh environments they operate in and we have incredibly complex and potentially dangerous structures.
The Piper Alpha oil platform was located in the North Sea approximately 120 miles (190 km) north-east of Aberdeen, Scotland. On the 6 July 1988, there was a massive explosion, killing 167 men.
The average depth of an oil well is now 7,800 feet (2,377 metres). Over a mile down into the earth’s crust!
For the offshore oil rigs – add in the depth of the sea water, before the drilling can start. The deepest offshore rig in world situated in the Gulf of Mexico in 8,530 feet (2,600 metres) of seawater.
We will come back in a moment to how the crude oil is refined into base oil at the refinery.
Our next stop is to have a look at these base oils, which is where the majority of automotive oil comes from.
Approximately 80% of a bottle of automotive oil consists of base oil. The remainder is a package of additives. Viscosity modifiers, antioxidants and corrosion inhibitors – and a few other essential ingredients.
There are four key base oil properties that the refinery works hard to achieve.
Pour point. This measures how cold the oil can go before it will not pour.
Viscosity. An oil’s resistance to flow. It changes with the temperature.
Viscosity index, (VI) This measurement demonstrates how well the oil viscosity copes with hot and cold temperatures. A high-VI oil, for example, has less viscosity change with temperature, compared to a low-VI oil.
The forth property is how effective the refining process has been in dealing with the sulphur, nitrogen and what is call aromatic compounds which are double bonds and unstable.
Back in 1992 The American Petroleum Institute (API) created a set of Base oil categories. They named them Group 1 to 5 – but decided to use Roman numerals Group I, II, III, IV, V
Three standards were set: The level of Sulphur in the base oil – a bad thing to have in base oil.
Saturates was next and they are a very good thing to have in base oil.
What are Saturates? Simply put, crude oil is made up of Hydrocarbons – Hydrogen and Carbon. Saturates are naturally present in base oil but during the refining process higher levels of saturates are obtained. If the level of saturates is higher, the molecular bond of the oil is stronger. A base oil that is fully saturated is much more resistant to the bad boy in the chemistry oil world – oxidation, which causes sludge, deposits and viscosity increase. That is about the limit of the chemistry we are going to do!
Lastly API gave the groups a Viscosity Index rating, –a high VI is good. Viscosity Index (VI) is the oils relationship between viscosity and temperature. We came across VI earlier. VI is the ability of the oil to remain within a narrow range of viscosity change, either when hot or cold.
American Petroleum Institute (API) – Base oil categories
Saturates
Sulphur
Viscosity Index
I
Less than 90%
Greater than 0.03%
80 to 119
Solvent processing – High in sulphur
II
Greater than 90%
Less than 0.03%
80 to 119
Hydrotreating
III
Greater than 90%
Less than 0.03%
Great than 120
Severely hydrocracked
IV
n/a
n/a
n/a
Poly-alpha-olefin (PAO)
V
All other Base Stocks which are not covered in Group I to IV – Polyglycols, PAG, Esters, Silicons, etc
Starting with Group I oil – This oil really is a bit on the basic side. It has some industrial and marine applications. Demand for Group I oils is declining.
Group II base oil was introduced in the late 1970s and early 1980s. The oil is hydrotreated. Hydrogen is added to help clean up and purify the base oil.
Group III base oil is where the action is, from an automotive standpoint.
Modern Group III base oil has 99% Saturates –a very good thing! The base oil is clear and colourless.
It has excellent oxidative stability and high VI.
The key process to Group III base oil is the term Severely Hydrocracked. It is the elder brother to Group II – but on steroids! – It takes oil refining to a completely new level of purity.
Hydrocracked – Cracking is breaking apart and Hydro is adding hydrogen. The process converts the bad molecules into the good molecules, by breaking bonds and adding hydrogen.
The severity of the hydrocracking is the determining factor of the how close the base oil gets to 100% saturates level.
Let’s us go back to the oil refinery and take a closer look at hydrocracking.
The crude oil from the oil well is desalted and the water is removed – After all it’s come from miles down in the earth’s crust, it’s bound to be a bit wet and salty.
The refining process starts with atmospheric distillation – a process similar to whisky distillation– but without (for those aficionados who like a dram) the aroma and taste. The lighter oil molecules are diverted off to make petrol, diesel and jet fuel etc and the heavier molecules are pushed into stage two – Vacuum Distillation for another go at separating out the fractions of the crude oil.
The next stage for Group III base oil is hydrocracking. The oil gets hit with a big dose of hydrogen under intense pressure of 3,000 PSI and heat up to 420 degrees centigrade, in the presence of a catalyst, saturating the aromatic compounds with hydrogen, which improves their stability.
The walls of the hydrocracker are a foot (30cm) thick!
The hydrocracker converts the sulphur into hydrogen sulphide gas and nitrogen into ammonia. A product called a waxy base oil is produced. The oil contains more than 90% saturated compounds. The final stage is to get the saturation level up to 99%.
Next stop is a dewaxer – called hydro-isomerization. The waxy base oil is converted into what is called Isoparaffins.
Finally there is a very high-pressure finishing step in which the final few percent of residual aromatic compounds are saturated to form very pure, high quality, synthetic, Group III base oil.
Which leads onto an interesting story:
In the USA in 1999 the National Advertising Division (NAD) in response to a complaint from Mobil, ruled that Castrol Syntec, which was based on a Group III base oil, could be considered “synthetic” because modern oils made using Severe Hydrocracking and Hydro-isomerization have most of the same performance features of a “true” Synthetic, being traditionally Group IV
In light of this ruling, Group III base oil can be called Synthetic. Because it was deemed that the molecular structure was changed beyond recognition from what came out of the ground.
But not in Germany. If you go onto www.valvoline.eu you can download the Valvoline SynPower specification sheets – Clearly stating “Fully Synthetic”. However the German version states HC Synthesetechnologie. “Hydrocracked Synthetic technology”.
Group III also includes Gas to Liquid base oil (GTL). This is very different technology. GTL oil starts life as natural gas and through an expensive and complex process it arrives as Group III base oil. The first large scale GTL plant – the Pearl GTL plant opened in Qatar in 2011. The GTL process was developed in the 1920s by the German chemists Franz Fischer and Hans Tropsch.
Group IV are Polyalphaolefin (PAO) oils. This was the oil technology that caused the row between the two major oil companies in 1999. We can view this oil as being built in a laboratory, through a process called synthesizing. PAO oil does have excellent high and low temperature performance, with a price to match!
Group V covers all other Base Stocks which are not covered in Group I to IV – Polyglycols (PAG) Esters, Silicons, etc. In the automotive business we come across PAG oil in compressors and Brake Fluid. (DOT 5.1 stands for US Department of Transport)
Now we know the story of crude oil, base oil and legal wrangling’s – Maybe we should look beyond the manufacturing to the oil performance.
The major car manufacturers, after extensive and exhaustive testing are happy to give high quality Group III synthetic oil their stamp of approval – when allied to the carefully selected and balanced additive pack.
As for what the key benefits of Group III Synthetic oils are – the wish list has come true!
Excellent heat removing properties. Able to handle high temperatures and very low temperatures. It has a high Viscosity Index (VI). Low volatility, so it doesn’t evaporate so readily and is oxidative and thermal stability. New and future grades 0W-20, 0W-16, 0W-8 viscosity all require fully synthetic engine oil.
How do you compare the quality of one oil against another? Frankly with difficulty. It’s like comparing different brands of cola. The cola brands keep their recipes very close to their chest. Oil companies are similar. The price is the first indicator. You do get what you pay for with engine oil.
Do the specifications sheets give us the information we seek? They will give us a good indication. If it states full synthetic, we can assume it is Group III hydrocracked. If the oil is Group III Gas to Liquid (GTL) or Group IV Polyalphaolefin (PAO) the sheet is likely to state as such.
The manufacturer specifications are always worth a scrutiny. The last CAT magazine oil article was all about making sense of oil manufacturer oil specifications.
The oil company look up sites do work well to match the correct oil to a car – for example, the Valvoline site: https://valvoline-eu.lubricantadvisor.com/eng/
The Viscosity Index number is worth looking for on a specification sheet. The higher the number the better (within a reasonable top end range and balanced against the price). Add all this information into your own reassurance research of your trust in the brand and come to your own conclusions.
Daily, Certas Application Specialist are out there at the coal face ensuring end users are utilising our vast range of industrial products to the best of their capabilities. But is does not stop there! We are always keen to inform our customers of the latest equipment solutions that can help them achieve further cost savings, whilst striving to provide the safest working environment possible. When it comes to metalworking fluid cleaning and regeneration, look no further than Freddy Products.
The number one brand in the UK for industrial vacuum equipment offering a vast range of solutions for all industrial activities involving metalworking fluids. Certas work in partnership with Freddy Products, recommending the right system for the process, facilitating on site demonstrations, and supporting customers with attractive price packages.
For more information about the vast range of Freddy equipment available from Certas visit:
Certas Lubricant Solutions are proud to launch our new brand of technical services which is specifically designed to enable our customers to maximize their processes and ensure a safe and operator friendly working environment.
As well as supplying our customers leading brands of lubricants, here at Certas Lubricant Solutions we understand the need to keep processes running as smoothly as possible to maintain a high level of productivity whilst ensuring the working environment is safe and not compromised.
We also understand the need for flexibility and our range of technical services can be built to suit our customer needs.
Our range of technical services will provide you with reassurance and combined with the right product result in significant cost saving and a safer more productive working environment. You can benefit from our vastly experienced and dedicated technical team who are always on hand to advise and recommend the optimum solution to any problems or improvements you are looking to implement.
Our Certas Command range of technical services include;
Fluid condition monitoring & management services.
Product advice & recommendation.
Health & Safety support & advice.
Equipment supply and recommendation.
Lubricant analytical services.
Education & Training.
A dedicated lubricants Technical Helpline.
FLUID MANAGEMENT
Choosing the correct metalworking fluid with the right balance of safety and performance is an important step in improving productivity and protecting employees. It is vital to appreciate that the composition of a metalworking fluid changes in use.
It is therefore crucial to monitor metalworking fluids to maximise product performance and meet health and safety requirements. A full fluid condition monitoring programme is the best way to achieve this
Certas Lubricant Solutions can advise you on the best way to set up an efficient fluid monitoring programme. This will help minimise unscheduled maintenance, increase coolant life and optimise performance, resulting in improved productivity and reduced machine downtime.
FLUID COMMAND
FLUID COMMAND is a user-friendly, fully automated monitoring system that uses charts and reports to show the full history of each metalworking fluid system. When the checks are completed, a report shows the current condition of the fluid in each machine. Results are displayed using a simple traffic light system.
You can log on to FLUID COMMAND using your own smart phone, tablet or desktop computer and view And download a full historical report at any time and share it with colleagues and auditors.
APPLICATION SPECIALISTS
Our experienced Application Specialists are on hand to offer you advice and guidance. They help you select the most appropriate metalworking fluid for your application and help you optimise performance through condition monitoring of the fluid in the machine and recommend any corrective actions. They also offer advice on working safely with metalworking fluids and complying with the latest health and safety regulations. They are also knowledgeable and on hand to recommend the best equipment that can result in significant cost savings in the long term.
With their support, you can increase the life of your fluid, optimise performance, minimise unscheduled maintenance and reduce machine downtime.
The combination of highly trained Certas Lubricant Solutions Application Specialists and CERTAS FLUID COMMAND will enable you to;
Streamline your metalworking operation
Significantly reduce operating costs
Increase tool-life
Improve production efficiency
Reduce coolant usage
Improve operator working conditions.
TRAINING SEMINARS
Certas Lubricant Solutions offers a range of training seminars, each run by an experienced Certas Lubricant Solutions technical specialist, to help you work safely and efficiently with metalworking fluids. Our seminars include:
Working safely with metalworking fluids
guidance on the HSE requirements for the measures required for monitoring metalworking fluids and the risks of working with metalworking fluids.
Introduction to metalworking fluids
Composition of metalworking fluids, application and how to select the best metalworking fluid
Certas energy guide to equipment solutions
Summary of useful equipment recommended for enhancing machine shop productivity and improved health and safety environment.
TECHNICAL HELPLINE
Do you need a product recommendation or want advice on how to optimize your processes ?
Our dedicated technical helpline is available to help you select the best product for your application. Our technical support team have many years experience in various lubricant industries and can provide health & safety advice, the best product for your application or simply advise an alternative. For any support or advice don’t hesitate to contact us using the details below
Our knowledge and expertise enables our team to be able to recommend the best equipment for your operation needs. Investing in the correct equipment can result in significant savings and increase productivity in the long term. Our close relationship with our suppliers ensures that our customers have access to the best solutions available and we are experienced in providing the most optimum solution.
To find out more about our technical services call us on 0800 371 910 or email [email protected].
Come rain or shine, farmers rely on their machinery to operate at peak performance at all times – and this is especially true during harvest. With an abundance of crops to harvest and only a short time to do so, every moment counts. Here are top tips to keep your farm running smoothly.
Fear not! There are some essential – but often overlooked – products at your disposal that can help ensure your farm runs smoothly. When your machinery is working harder than ever, the right lubricants offer protection against wear and tear throughout the year, meaning you can maximise productivity and avoid costly downtime.
Lorraine Stewart, Certas Lubricant Solutions’s Marketing Manager for Lubricants, discusses how lubricants can help you to drive efficiency on your farm, while keeping a lid on unplanned costs – so you can truly reap what you sow this harvest season.
Keeping the wheels turning
Productivity is key to ensuring a successful and profitable farm – and this is particularly imperative during harvest season. Farmers need to stay on schedule to maximise crop yields, and limit unplanned downtime.
The right lubricants play an important role in ensuring efficiency. Not only do they provide protection from wear and tear, but the oils and greases prevent deposits of dirt from building up around the engine to avoid machinery breakdowns.
Protecting your investment
With such significant sums invested in machinery, it essential that farmers protect their assets. Premium lubricant products can help to reduce the total cost of ownership (TCO) of equipment, which accounts for both direct and indirect costs of an asset over its lifetime. With the right lubricants, you can be sure that your machinery can power through the long the long days and nights.
Maintain your machinery all year round with reliable supply
Taking a proactive approach to lubricants management can help to ensure your equipment functions better,for longer.
Usage and priorities change and fluctuate with the seasons, but it is important to keep your machinery well-lubricated, even during the quieter periods. This can help to ward off corrosion and other potential problems. Products such as Valvoline Tectyl™ Rust Preventativecan help the metal surfaces of your machinery to resist the effects of moisture, salt spray and even corrosives. Other products like anti-freeze can help your tractors to keep ticking along in the winter months.
Maintaining your machinery is important all year round, and it’s just as important to find a partner that can provide a reliable supply of both fuel and fuel-related products. That way, you can access the lubricants you need, when you need them, while also reducing wasted time waiting for replacement stock.
Choose the right products for your farm
Not all lubricants are created equal, and low-quality lubricants can actually cause accelerated degradation of machinery parts, leading to more frequent oil changes and component replacement – and a higher maintenance bill.
Expert guidance is the key to finding the right lubricant for the job. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the top lubricants to prioritise:
Lubricants to prioritise for the harvest and beyond
Universal Tractor Oils: reduce wear and tear and keep your tractor rolling all harvest long with universal tractor oils.
Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine Oil: blended from selected base stocks and advanced additives, HDDEO provides the ultimate engine protection throughout harvest.
Transmission Fluids: keep those gears in proper condition all year long with our range of transmission fluids.
Greases: keep those cogs turning with greases that are specially formulated to provide protection against heavy-load operations.
Rust preventatives: extend the operational life of all your vehicles and equipment with Valvoline Tectyl™ protective coatings. Click here to learn more.
Fuel for thought…
During busy periods like the harvest season, it can be difficult to keep on top of the fuel-related products you need. But by being proactive – and with a little help from Certas Lubricant Solutions – you can reap the benefits.
As the UK’s leading independent supplier of lubricants, we have the technical expertise to help you choose the right lubricants for your farm. Better yet, we partner with brands that you know and trust, so you can be sure our products are dependable, effective, and do exactly what they say on the tin.
Want to learn more about how Certas Lubricant Solutions can help you reap what you sow this harvest and beyond?
Since 1930 Tectyl has prevented rust corrosion of nearly every metal surface against the elements for the automotive and a variety of other industries. Tectyl has become a synonymous word for rust protection worldwide thanks to its strong adhesive properties with metal surfaces. Engineered for superior short- or long- term protection, many Tectyl products are multi-functional and can be used against indoor and outdoor exposure to help metal surfaces resist damage caused by moisture, salt spray, hard gravel and harsh corrosives.
