International marine lubricant supplier Total Lubmarine has launched a new product designed to improve the performance and protection of medium-speed engines, while achieving savings on maintenance and operational costs.
The new lubricant, Aurelia TI, uses additive technology to create a product that facilitates engine performance in terms of cleanliness, particularly for the engine piston under-crown.
"Today's new medium-speed engines work at higher operating temperatures and pressures, and with lower oil consumption, so modern marine lubricants need to meet exacting standards and extreme demands. And ship operators now want lubricants that meet the commercial, regulatory and safety requirements not only of today, but also of tomorrow," said Patrick Havil, Global Marketing Manager for Total Lubmarine.
"The current requirement is for a lubricant which can ensure maximum engine protection, irrespective of the type of heavy fuel oil being used.
Aurelia TI has been tested on a wide variety of vessels and diesel power plant, including cruise ships, ferries, and tugs, for a large number of companies which have described its performance as 'exceptional' compared to other lubricants currently on the market.
The key to Aurelia TI's performance is its high viscosity and BN control, which ensures that the lubricant's quality is maintained for a longer period of time than is the case with other products. Aurelia TI is specifically formulated to operate under severe conditions, using a specific combination of diverse detergent chemistry, which helps maintain a high level of performance while extending the life of the oil, therefore reducing the frequency of required oil changes.
Aurelia TI is available in a range of Base Numbers to meet individual engine specifications, and has been approved by all major medium-speed diesel engine manufacturers. Since its launch in June 2010, Aurelia TI has quickly replaced its predecessor, Aurelia XL, as the lubricant of choice for Lubmarine's customers.
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