Whilst ship owners and operators are making every effort to prevent the leakage of lubricants in to the environment, it is acknowledged that there is a potential for accidental leakage – by the very nature of utilising lubricants within the close proximity of water.
In an effort to deliver products to the market that can mitigate the potential of this, Total Lubmarine, a global marine lubricant provider, has created a comprehensive and innovative range of Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EAL) – which, should there be an incidental leakage, is minimally toxic to the environment and biodegradable. Similarly, it is not bio-accumulative therefore fully meeting the requirements of the US EPA Vessel General Permit.
In response to customer demand, Total Lubmarine has announced the introduction of a new grease product: BIO OG PLUS – an innovative addition to an already comprehensive Environmentally Acceptable Lubricant range.
Specifically formulated for sensitive applications such as open gears and chains under high load, BIO OG PLUS mitigates the challenges of working in environments where water contamination is common.
In addition to being an extreme pressure and adhesive grease, BIO OG PLUS’s biodegradable qualities allow owners, managers and operators of vessels to take a more environmentally considerate approach to lubrication. It is also a vital resource to those operating in areas requiring the use of EAL Lubricants, such as those working within jurisdiction of the US.
Stuart Fuller, responsible for Brand Management at Total Lubmarine, said of the new product:
“We are very happy to bring this new product into our range – and this is something that our customers have been asking for. We pride ourselves on an ability to offer an end-to-end lubrication solution, and with the addition of BIO OG PLUS to the range, all of our customer’s needs are covered.”
As a key player in EALs for over two decades, customers can remain confident in Total Lubmarine’s credentials and experience. To date, more than 1500 vessels utilise Total Lubmarine’s EAL products.