Free energy saving guide
November 1st 2005

Businesses and households in the UK continue to be hit by increasing energy prices. In the home, the simple step of changing to energy saving light bulbs can make a noticeable difference, while the simple solution open to industry is switching to energy saving lubricants.

All process industries, that convert raw materials into useable goods, require a huge amount of electricity to power machinery and equipment. For any machine to move, energy has to be provided to overcome friction. Minimising the amount of energy lost to friction can increase a company's profitability by reducing the amount of power consumed. Lubricants are designed reduce friction, but some lubricants perform this task better than others.

Industry, in general, is still yet to wake up to the full energy saving benefits of enhanced lubricant technology, perhaps because energy saving, synthetic lubricants are deemed expensive compared to traditional mineral oils.

Justification for increased expenditure on lubricants can be difficult as lubricants are often viewed as a maintenance cost while energy is seen as an operating cost. Some forward thinking companies though are now starting to appreciate the intrinsic link between the two and, by introducing lubricants with a synthetic base, are starting to affect their operating costs in a beneficial manner.

To help businesses realise the potential cost savings available, FUCHS UK has published a guide entitled "Energy Saving Lubricants for Process Industries," which is available free of charge.

To obtain your free copy of the Energy Saving Lubricants for Process Industries guide call Natalie Baker on 08701 200400 or enquire via www.ipesearch.com/enquiry

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