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Coronavirus Information
In spring 2020 we informed you at this point that Fuchs Lubricants GmbH will temporarily go into short-time work due to the corona-related decline in demand.
Fortunately, economic development has meanwhile improved in many branches of industry.
As a result, the need for FUCHS lubricants has increased noticeably, so that we will be working normally again in all areas of the company from September.
Thank you very much for your understanding over the past few months and your trust in FUCHS lubricants.
Stay healthy.
Yours sincerely,
Stefan Knapp, Kay-Peter Wagner, Jörg Vogel
Management
(Mannheim, September 1, 2020)
RENOLIT PU-LFT 1
Making the impossible happen - FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE develops a PU-based special lubricating grease for passenger car constant velocity joint (CVJ) side shafts
The developers at FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH have succeeded in developing a new, special lubricating grease RENOLIT PU-LFT 1 (polyurea, low friction tripod) for constant velocity joints of passenger cars. Extremely low coefficients of friction in a steel to steel contact and a sufficient endurance/ durability of the grease in the joint, are the main characteristics of RENOLIT PU-LFT 1, which are usually difficult to combine.
RENOLIT PU-LFT 1 was developed within a very short time for the drive shaft specialist Neapco to improve the performance of inboard plunging joints, mainly standard tripods. The new FUCHS grease very reliably reduces the so-called ‘clonk noise’ that occurs in some vehicles when shifting up from the first to the second gear. For that reason, a well-known OEM asked Neapco to have a grease developed, that meets all NVH- (noise, vibration, harshness) criteria and at the same time offers a high efficiency performance and lifetime.
Hence, the grease must reduce the 3rd order axial (sliding) forces and the so-called shudder effect. RENOLIT PU-LFT 1 meets all these requirements and also shows an extremely low coefficient of friction in the tripod roller/ tulip track contact, which leads to a significant improvement in efficiency and energy savings of the vehicle. RENOLIT PU-LFT 1 is meanwhile being used in a large-series passenger car model. In addition, the new PU special lubricating grease will be used as a troubleshooter, whenever conventional greases are not sufficient.
RENOLIT PU-LFT 1 is the first Neapco approved product to be manufactured at the new PU production plant in Kaiserslautern. Further low-friction solutions for fixed joints will follow shortly, in close cooperation with other FUCHS R&D units.
(Mannheim, August 14, 2020)
Coronavirus Information
FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH is facing the many challenges of the coronavirus pandemic and is coordinating all measures for the protection of employees and business partners with a specially established crisis team.
We feel with all people who are currently concerned about the health of their families and friends and hope that all who have been infected will soon recover and be well.
Unfortunately, the economic consequences of the crisis are being felt in the form of declining demand, and we must therefore provide information about this at this point, that FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH will temporarily go into short-time working in most areas as of next week.
The production of lubricants and greases will continue, although at a slightly reduced level.
Our office and field staff will continue to be available for you by telephone and e-mail.
We ask for your understanding in advance that there may be certain restrictions in availability in these areas.
For your support with technical questions you will find a TECHNICAL HOTLINE on our homepage, through which you can also continue to address your questions about lubricants to us.
Thank you again for your understanding.
We wish you and your employees good health and come through the hopefully soon easing crisis safely.
Yours sincerely,
Stefan Knapp, Kay-Peter Wagner, Jörg Vogel
Management
(Mannheim, April 7, 2020)
Service Information
From now on we would like to offer our customers a service so that they can get all the necessary technical information at any time even more easily and directly.
Our customers can reach this technical hotline (+49) 0800 45 40 141 Monday to Friday from 8-17 o'clock. They can also direct technical questions about automotive lubricants at any other time to our service e-mail address automotive-fs@fuchs.com and to industrie-fs@fuchs.com for technical questions about industrial and metalworking lubricants.
Please continue to direct your questions regarding offers and delivery dates to the referring contact person or to export-fs@fuchs.com
(Mannheim, March 18, 2020)
Once again awarded for above-average commitment to training
On 15 January 2020, FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH was also awarded the certificate for special training services for the past year 2019, and thus for over 15 years in succession, by the Baden-Württemberg Chemical Employers' Association.
The certificate is awarded annually by the association and recognizes companies with an above-average commitment to training.
The average training rate in Germany is 4.8%, in Baden-Württemberg it is only 4.0%. The training quota is calculated by comparing the number of employees and the number of trainees.
At 6.1%, FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE is significantly above the average training rate both in the state of Baden-Württemberg and throughout Germany.
> Apprenticeships & career-integrated study course
(Mannheim, January 29, 2020)
TITAN GT1 FLEX 5 SAE 0W-20
FUCHS introduces low viscosity, fuel efficient engine oil
More and more manufacturers are introducing new engine oil specifications with the viscosity class SAE 0W-20. Currently, lots of vehicles are already filled with engine oils of this viscosity in the first fill.
What makes TITAN GT1 FLEX 5 SAE 0W-20 special? With the new engine oil you will receive the following XTL benefits:
- Reduced fuel consumption: Up to 3.6% less fuel consumption compared to conventional engine oils. This saves up to 440,000 g of CO2 emissions over the vehicle lifetime.
- Outstanding wear protection: Significantly better wear protection than conventional SAE 5W-30 and SAE 5W-40 engine oils. 88% less wear compared to ACEA C5 requirements.
- Protection against LSPI: TITAN GT1 FLEX 5 SAE 0W-20 protects the engine from low speed pre ignition and thus from engine damage and power loss.
- Optimized engine cleanliness: TITAN GT1 FLEX 5 SAE 0W-20 offers exceptional protection against engine deposits and exceeds ACEA C5 specification requirements by 100%.
TITAN GT1 FLEX 5 SAE 0W-20 is part of our TITAN FLEX range and is ideally suited as rationalization product for several manufacturers. It combines various approvals in order to achieve the broadest possible market coverage, always with the corresponding approvals of the manufacturers and according to the ACEA C5 sequence.
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> see TITAN GT1 FLEX 5 SAE 0W-20
(Mannheim, January 15, 2020)
TITAN CYTRAC PRO GA2 SAE 75W-90
New transmission fluid for manual and automated manual transmissions in SCANIA and MAN commercial vehicles
TITAN CYTRAC PRO GA2 SAE 75W-90 is a high-performance transmission fluid, that can be used in SCANIA and MAN manual and automated manual transmissions.
TITAN CYTRAC PRO GA2 SAE 75W-90 meets the SCANIA specification STO 2:0 G as well as the MAN specification MAN M 341 TYPE GA2 and is therefore suitable for extended drain intervals, up to 360.000 kilometres.
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> see TITAN CYTRAC PRO GA2 SAE 75W-90
(Mannheim, January 15, 2020)
TITAN UTTO WB
New UTTO multifunctional oil specially developed for construction machinery
To complete our TITAN multifunctional oils for construction machinery, we have developed TITAN UTTO WB.
TITAN UTTO WB is officially approved against VOLVO WB 101. This specification is intended for use in transaxles of VOLVO construction machinery and is also known under VOVLO 97303. The approval ZF TE-ML 05F is also required for the use in a large number of transaxles. TITAN UTTO WB is therefore ideally suited for use in axles with heavy loads and wet brakes.
The approved specifications ZF TE-ML 03E and 03F also include many different powershift dual-clutch transmissions, which are used for example in CASE wheel loaders.
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
(Mannheim, January 15, 2020)
FUCHS - New official partner of Škoda contract dealers in Germany
The cooperation between the Association of German Škoda Contractual Partners (Verband Deutscher Škoda-Vertragspartner e.V., VDS) and FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH was announced at the Dealer Association Conference on Friday, 8th of November 2019 by Mr. Thomas Peckruhn, President of the VDS.
Stephan Lenz, Sales Manager Direct Business Automotive, took the opportunity to introduce FUCHS, the family-owned company from Mannheim, as one of the leading original equipment manufacturers of lubricants for the German automotive industry, to the approximately 300 participants. As a long-standing, loyal partner of car dealers and workshops, FUCHS offers a wide range of lubricants in original manufacturer quality, a high level of lubricant expertise and, not least, tailor-made and personal service.
For Škoda car dealerships, FUCHS offers exclusive promotions and attractive offers until the end of the year. Here you will find our special range of car lubricants with the latest specifications and original manufacturer approvals for Škoda vehicles.
(Mannheim, November 13, 2019)
FUCHS becomes official lubricants partner of the DMG MORI Qualified Products Program (DMQP)
FUCHS and DMG MORI AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT are intensifying the technology partnership they entered into in 2017 through the DMG MORI Qualified Products Program (DMQP). DMG MORI is offering its customers perfectly tailored machine peripheries and innovative technology accessories from a single source with the DMQP Program. From now on, lubricant company FUCHS will also be recognized as the certified DMQP partner at DMG MORI and will supply cooling lubricants and lubricants that have been exclusively tailored to machines and processes.
Thomas Wilke, Head of Industrial Sales at FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE, and Christoph Grosch, Executive Director at DMG MORI and head of the DMQP program, are sealing the partnership in the run-up to EMO 2019.
“As a certified DMQP partner, we are glad to use our innovative and technologically sophisticated lubricants to help customers and users to achieve maximum machine performance and productivity gains,” says Stefan Fuchs, Chairman of the Executive Board of FUCHS PETROLUB SE.
Thomas Wilke adds: “Lubricants for the metalworking industry and designed for use in machine tools must be efficient, economical, robust and free of ingredients that are harmful to the environment and health. All relevant processes and associated lubricants must also be coordinated for sustainability reasons, as excellently demonstrated by our new ECOCOOL TNA-IDM. As lubricants partner in the DMQP program, this is something that we are able to ensure.”
At EMO 2019, the world’s premier trade fair for the metalworking industry, visitors can see live demonstrations of how FUCHS cooling lubricants are used in selected DMG MORI machines in Hall 2 or find out about the latest lubricant technologies directly at the FUCHS stand in Hall 6, J23.
The DMQP program generates synergies out of machines, peripheries and accessories with the very highest quality standards. It combines innovation and technology expertise from selected DMQP partners, who have been exclusively awarded the premium seal of quality for their products. The global DMQP seal of quality makes available and specifically recommends more than 2,400 periphery and accessory products for integrated manufacturing solutions worldwide. The product categories include “shaping,” “handling,” “measuring” and “monitoring” as well as periphery and accessory components for additive manufacturing.
(Mannheim, September 13, 2019)
TITAN ATF 6400
New Premium Performance Automatic Transmission Fluid
TITAN ATF 6400 has been specially designed to deliver performance and increased fuel efficiency for modern automatic transmissions of Japanese, American and European manufacturers where reduced viscosity is required.
Product profile and application
TITAN ATF 6400 meets the stringent requirements of General Motors’ DEXRON® VI specification and provides protection for 2006 and onward General Motors vehicles. It can also provide improved performance in older General Motors vehicles, where DEXRON is specified as well as for GM transmissions in models of other manufacturers (e.g. BMW).
TITAN ATF 6400 meets the latest FORD MERCON® LV specification for those vehicles demanding this advanced low viscosity ATF. These vehicles are in the market since 2008.
In addition, TITAN ATF 6400 meets the requirements of the JASO M315 TYPE 1A-LV performance standard created by Japanese automobile manufacturers. The JASO M315 TYPE 1A-LV standard is recognized by Japanese OEMs in certifying automatic transmission fluids for use in their vehicles (e.g. Honda, Nissan, …).
Many vehicles entering today’s service market require high quality, lower viscosity ATFs. At the same time, key OEM specifications have been updated to be more robust to ensure licensable ATFs meet their minimum performance requirements.
TITAN ATF 6400 provides a lot of benefits:
- Approved by GM (DEXRON® VI) and FORD (MERCON® LV)
- Meets the requirements of JASO M315 TYPE 1-A-LV for Japanese automatic transmissions
- Special additive technology for an outstanding anti-shudder-performance
- Outstanding friction stability for an excellent shifting
- Tested under real operating conditions in almost 1,000,000 kilometers of field tests
- Excellent shear stability, wear protection and oxidation stability protect the gearbox over the entire drain interval
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
(Mannheim, July 31, 2019)
TITAN CARGO PRO 3677 SAE 5W-30
New heavy-duty engine oil for MAN Euro VI engines
TITAN CARGO PRO 3677 SAE 5W-30 is a state-of-the-art ultra high-performance engine oil that has been specially developed for use in MAN Euro VI commercial vehicle engines. The low-ash additive technology protects modern exhaust aftertreatment systems such as particulate filters, exhaust gas recirculation systems and catalytic converters and favours their reliable function throughout their lifetime.
TITAN CARGO PRO 3677 SAE 5W-30 can be used with a maximum drain interval of up to 140,000 km. Please refer to the filling instructions and maintenance intervals in the corresponding operating manual.
Benefits
- Approved according to MAN M 3677
- Specially developed for the most modern Euro VI engines
- Backward compatible to MAN M 3477
- Excellent wear protection even under high load
- Fast oiling of the entire engine
- Optimized protection of the exhaust aftertreatment system
- Ideally suited as a special product for MAN commercial vehicles
TITAN CARGO PRO 3677 SAE 5W-30 is available in the following packaging sizes: 205L, 1000L.
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> see TITAN CARGO PRO 3677 SAE 5W-30
(Mannheim, June 12, 2019)
TITAN GT1- Premium Performance Engine Oils
FUCHS is one of the largest and most important original equipment manufacturers of lubricants and development partner of the German automotive industry. With the new TITAN GT1 engine oils, we offer engine oils with the latest approvals and specification profiles.
TITAN GT1 FLEX 23
SAE 5W-30
This Premium Performance engine oil has optimum cold start ability and outstanding performance reserves. It can be used for modern passenger cars and light commercial vehicles with or without extended service intervals. TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30 has a wide range of approvals from different OEMs for a wide range of applications.
Note:
With the performance profile of the new product, TITAN GT1 PRO B-Tec SAE 5W-30 becomes redundant in the portfolio and will fade out.
With the loss of the specifications "BMW LONGLIFE-04" and the so-called triple claim “VW 502 00/505 00/505 01” TITAN GT1 PRO FLEX SAE 5W-30 (keeping the VW 505 00/ 505 01) will not be fully-fledged anymore. Hence, we decided that the product will fade out and will be replaced by TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30.
TITAN GT1 FLEX 34
SAE 5W-30
TITAN GT1 FLEX 34 SAE 5W-30 is the first product of our portfolio which is conform to the combination of ACEA C3 and ACEA C4. The difficulty of this combination bases on the low SAPS-content of the ACEA C4 by 0.5% and the increased demands to the evaporation loss conform to ACEA C4 by ≤11%.
Resulting to the approval of the product by MB 229.51, the scope of application is further extended. Beside the Renault engines with exhaust aftertreatment pursuant to RN0720 and the integrated Versions in accordance with 226.51, the product can now be used in a wide range of Mercedes applications with exhaust aftertreatment following MB 229.51.
Note:
TITAN GT1 FLEX 34 SAE 5W-30 replaces TITAN GT1 PRO C-4 SAE 5W-30 in our product portfolio.
TITAN GT1 PRO 2312
SAE 0W-30
Especially for the new PSA Euro 6 DV and DW diesel engines, as well as the Euro 6 gasoline engines with the filling specification PSA B71 2312 we have developed our new TITAN GT1 PRO 2312 SAE 0W-30. In addition, it is suitable for many other PSA gasoline or diesel engines with longest replacement intervals. Also, TITAN GT1 PRO 2312 SAE 0W-30 is suitable for many vehicles of Asian manufacturers such as Fiat and IVECO Daily, due to the fulfilment of ACEA C2.
TITAN GT1 PRO 2312 SAE 0W-30 is based on specially selected base oils, that, in combination with the latest additives offers the highest level of oxidation stability. Due to the modern Low SAPS additive technology TITAN GT1 PRO 2312 SAE 0W-30 protects the exhaust aftertreatment system and extends its lifespan.
Note:
TITAN GT1 PRO 2312 SAE 0W-30 is the direct successor of TITAN GT1 SAE 0W-30 and is therefore suitable for the exact same applications. Thus, TITAN GT1 SAE 0W-30 will not be continued in the future.
TITAN GT1 PRO 2290
SAE 5W-30
The specification PSA B71 2290 has been revised to counteract the phenomenon of Low Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI). Our new TITAN GT1 PRO 2290 SAE 5W-30 has been especially developed for the PSA Gasoline and Diesel engines up to Euro 5 requiring a lubricant according to the specification PSA B71 2290. The ingenious combination of high-quality base oils and selected premium additives effectively counteracts LSPI and also provides excellent wear protection. Additionally, TITAN GT1 PRO 2290 SAE 5W-30 is applicable for lots of vehicles of Asian manufactures, Fiat and IVECO Daily through the fulfillment of ACEA C2 specifications.
Note:
TITAN GT1 PRO 2290 SAE 5W-30 is the direct successor of TITAN GT1 PRO C-2 SAE 5W-30 and is therefore suitable for the same applications. Thus, TITAN GT1 PRO C-2 SAE 5W-30 will not be continued in the future. For applications according to ACEA C2, our TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30 can also be used as an alternative.
(Mannheim, April 2019)
TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30
Changes in the TITAN GT1 Range
The successor product of TITAN GT1 PRO FLEX SAE 5W-30 will be the new TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30. This Premium Performance engine oil has optimum cold start ability and outstanding performance reserves. It can be used for modern passenger cars and light commercial vehicles with or without extended service intervals. TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30 has a wide range of approvals from different OEMs for a wide range of applications.
With the performance profile of the new product, TITAN GT1 PRO B-Tec SAE 5W-30 becomes redundant in the portfolio and will fade out.
Advantages of TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30
- Universally applicable for diesel, petrol and gas engines of many manufacturers
- Combination ACEA C2/C3 and API SN required by Asian manufacturers
- Fulfils latest version of BMW LONGLIFE-04 specification
- Combination of 3 Mercedes specifications
- Full replacement/inclusion of TITAN GT1 PRO B-Tec SAE 5W-30 - Up to 1.6% additional reduction in fuel consumption compared to conventional oils of the same viscosity class
- Very good aging resistance
- Protects exhaust aftertreatment systems.
Note
Please be aware that we changed the packaging units for the small packs:
- 20 x 1L -> 12 x 1L
- 4 x 5L -> 3 x 5L
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> see TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30
(Mannheim, December 19, 2018)
PENTOSIN FFL-10
New Double Clutch Transmission Fluid specially developed for use in the Mercedes-Benz-8-speed-Double-Clutch-Transmissions
With the introduction of the new 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, Mercedes-Benz has set new standards in terms of driving dynamics and efficiency. The new transmission offers low shifting times, maximum comfort thanks to smooth gearshifts and high efficiency.
Thus, the topic of CO2 savings has meanwhile taken on an important position in the transmission sector as well. This is accompanied by a constant increase in efficiency, which is also realized by a suitable lubricant, for example, by a lowered viscosity. At the same time, wear protection and friction characteristics must not be neglected. In addition, the increasing requirements such as higher oxidation stability also play a key role. All these requirements were recorded by Mercedes-Benz in the specification MB 236.22.
Product Profile and Application
In cooperation with Mercedes-Benz, we have developed the new PENTOSIN FFL-10 based on our unique XTL® technology. Especially optimized for the requirements of this gearbox, it is currently approved exclusively according to the specification MB 236.22.
To meet these highest requirements, a sophisticated and innovative combination of state-of-the-art additive technology and base oil composition is required. This is the point where the unique performance of our XTL® technology can be demonstrated in comparison to conventional technologies.
Exceptional Fuel Economy
To meet the high demands for CO2 reduction, PENTOSIN FFL-10 is one of the thinnest double-clutch transmission fluids in the world. This allows enormous fuel savings.
Excellent Wear Protection
Despite the lowered viscosity, the XTL® technology offers excellent wear protection. In the most critical components, PENTOSIN FFL-10 achieves impressive results.
Outstanding Friction Properties
The impressive friction stability of PENTOSIN FFL-10 offers excellent clutch performance and optimum shifting comfort over the entire change interval.
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> see PENTOSIN FFL-10
(Mannheim, November 21, 2018)
ACEA 2016
Upgrade accomplished successfully
FUCHS has qualified all its products to ACEA 2016 and will have updated its product information as of December 2018. Therefore, you can be sure that our engine oils continue to provide excellent protection for your engine and meet the latest requirements. For products that were previously specified according to ACEA A1/B1, we now have this claim as a recommendation, as A1/B1 has been discontinued by ACEA.
What has changed?
- New materials and the increasing number of modern direct-injection engines with turbocharges has required the inclusion of two new engine tests.
- The share of alternative fuels such as biodiesel is becoming more and more important. Therefore, the compatibility with biofuels plays an ever-increasing role.
- These new fuels as well as higher combustion temperatures can lead to more oxidation and thus oil thickening. The suitability of the engine oil is checked with two oxidation tests.
- For supercharged engines, the cleanliness of the turbocharger is essential. The tendency of the engine oil to form deposits is judged in a corresponding engine test.
- The industry-wide efforts to reduce fuel consumption and thus CO2 and other emissions also effect the engine oil. Especially for ACEA 2016 the ACEA C5 category was introduced, which addresses this issue.
- New engines are using modern sealing materials. Engine oils must be compatible with these, which is determined in studies of elastomer compatibility.
(Mannheim, November 14, 2018)
Die ACEA (Association des Constructeurs Européens d'Automobiles) is an association of the 15 most important car manufacturers in Europe. Among other things, it defines minimum requirements for engine oils in the so-called ACEA sequences. These are adjusted at certain intervals to meet the current demands of the European automotive industry. The last update from 01.12.2016 comes into force on 01.12.2018 for all product claims after a transitional period of two years.
TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 0W-20
General Information
The American Petroleum Institute (API) has released an extension of the API SN specification: API SN PLUS. This enhancement has a special focus on a common problem in the gasoline engine sector: Low Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI). This premature ignition of the gasoline-air mixture in the combustion chamber occurs primarily in small, high-turbocharged gasoline engines at low speed. For the user, this is noticeable by loud "knocking" from the engine compartment and can lead to heavy damage. The additional test procedure Sequence IX in the API SN PLUS is intended to reduce the risk of LSPI. Like all previous API S * specifications, API SN PLUS is fully backward compatible with previous API S * categories.
Expansion of the TITAN Supersyn D1 range
To make the advantages of the TITAN Supersyn D1 technology available for an even wider range of applications, FUCHS has developed another product: TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 0W-20. This product was added to the portfolio as a follow-up to TITAN SYN SN SAE 0W-20. TITAN SYN SN SAE 0W-20 will no longer be available in the foreseeable future. TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 0W-20 is based on the technology of the SAE 5W-30 version and opens further possibilities and areas of application due to the added viscosity class.
Benefits
- Protection against LSPI. Proven by the API SN PLUS
- Reduction of fuel consumption. Confirmed by the RC (Resource Conserving) version of the API SN PLUS
- Approved according to dexos1™ Gen 2.
Applications
The relevance of the dexos1 ™ Gen 2 continues to increase in Europe. This specification is still being used by OPEL despite the acquisition of PSA. Whether there will be a change here and how it will be carried out is not known now. The API SN PLUS RC and ILSAC GF-5 specifications are relevant for different manufacturers, either as a base specification for their own specifications or directly as a specification for the application. This affects both Asian manufacturers such as Nissan, Subaru, Toyota, Lexus and Infiniti, as well as American manufacturers such as Ford and Chrysler. The trend towards low-viscosity engine oils is particularly pronounced among Asian manufacturers, which is why the TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 0W-20 represents an ideal supplement for these manufacturers.
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> see TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 0W-20
(Mannheim, August 3, 2018)
IATF 16949:2016 certified
Since March 2018, FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE meets the requirements of IATF 16949 at all locations. FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE has been certified according to DIN EN ISO 9001 since 1994 and complied with the requirements of ISO TS 16949, after FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE had previously been certified to VDA 6.1 and QS 9000.
The global automotive industry IATF stands for excellent process quality, continuous improvement and innovation. IATF 16949 is the standard for quality management systems of suppliers in this industry. It was developed by a joint working group, the International Automotive Task Force (IATF), with the aim of improving the quality capability and the entire certification process within the supply chain.
(Mannheim, March 3, 2018)
TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50
New Super High Performance engine oil for turbocharged commer- cial diesel engines
General information
TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50 extends the TITAN TRUCK PLUS range with another heavy duty engine oil with a similar performance to the TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 15W-40. It is a Super High Performance engine oil for diesel engines of heavy duty applications with or without turbochargers. Engines up to EURO III emission class without particle filters can be switched over to TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50, regardless of the mileage. Sludge and sticking can be avoided by TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50 even at high thermal loads and in high traffic. The oil stands out especially when used at higher sulfur levels in the fuel, where conventional heavy duty engine oils often fail. TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50 is particularly recommended in warmer regions, as viscous oils with viscosity class 20W-50 are limited to different minimum temperatures, depending on the manufacturer, as shown in the table below:
| Manufacturer | Operating Temperature |
|---|---|
| Mercedes Benz | ≥ 0°C |
| DEUTZ | ≥ -5°C |
| MAN | ≥ -10°C |
Specifications and Approvals
TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50 complies with the ACEA E7 specification for difficult operating conditions and is thus categorized as a Super High Performance Diesel engine oil for commercial vehicle diesel engines. Both the MB 228.3 ap-proval and the MAN M 3275-1 recommendation are based on this specification. For Mercedes Benz, the engine series 300, 400, 500, 900 and OM 457, 460 can be filled with TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50. Heavy duty diesel engines from 1998 and some older engines are covered by the Global DHD-1 specification of TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50, which provides evidence of wear protection, corrosion protection and high temperature stability. The CAT ECF-1 / -2 specification, which is based on the API CI-4 specification, demonstrates the long life of exhaust gas recirculation engines when filled with TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50. TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50 can also be used for older API specifications due to backward compatibility of API specifications.
Get an overview of specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations here:
> TITAN TRUCK PLUS SAE 20W-50
(Mannheim, January 25, 2018)
TITAN CARGO LD4 SAE 5W-30
New Ultra High Performance engine oil especially for extended change intervals in Scania Euro VI applications
General information
TITAN CARGO LD4 SAE 5W-30 was developed as an extension of our TITAN CARGO series especially for the SCANIA LDF-4 specification. This makes the engine oil suitable for use in Scania D9, D13 and gas engines with an emission class from Euro I to Euro VI. Thanks to this backward compatibility, TITAN CARGO LD4 SAE 5W-30 ensures problem-free year-round operation in almost all engines of Scania and thus offers great rationalization potential (see illustration below). The only exceptions are Scania's V8 engines, which rely on a SCANIA LDF-3 or SCANIA LA specification. However, these are already covered with TITAN CARGO LD3 SAE 10W-40 or TITAN CARGO MAXX SAE 5W-30.
Profile
The SCANIA LDF-4 specification was introduced to meet the requirements of modern Euro VI engines and the correspond-ing exhaust aftertreatment systems. With this specification, TITAN CARGO LD4 SAE 5W-30 achieves longest oil change intervals in long-distance and local traffic. In contrast to oils with SCANIA LDF-3 specification, the service life of particle filters can be doubled and fuel consumption reduced by 0.5%.
Overview of specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> TITAN CARGO LD4 SAE 5W-30
Benefits
- High wear protection even under continuous stress at full engine load. Protects against mirror surface formation on cylinder races.
- Fastest possible oil circulation after start; this reduces cold-start and warm-up wear.
- Extreme Reduction of exhaust gas particulates.
- Protection against corrosion even when diesel fuel with higher sulfur level is used.
- Optimum compatibility with seal materials.
Change intervals of different Scania specifications in comparison
* Depending on the type of application and the vehicle, the exact replacement intervals must always be adapted and ad-hered to according to the relevant manufacturing.
# The V8 engines are excluded.
(Mannheim, January 25, 2018)
TITAN CYTRAC MAT SAE 75W-80
Introduction of our new Premium Performance Gear Oil, specially developed for manual and automatic gear boxes
General information
TITAN CYTRAC MAT SAE 75W-80 is the direct successor of TITAN CYTRAC MAN SYNTH SAE 75W-80. Due to the further development of the product, we were able to reach the approval according to VOLVO 97307. This approval is an addition to the previously achieved approvals ZF TE-ML 01L, 02L, 16K and MAN 341 TYPE Z4 for TITAN CYTRAC MAT SAE 75W-80.
VOLVO 97307
VOLVO 97307 specifies products for manual transmissions in VOLVO heavy duty applications without extended drain intervals. The required SAE classes are 75W-80 and 75W-85. This specification is also used by MACK and RENAULT.
TITAN CYTRAC MAT SAE 75W-80
TITAN CYTRAC MAT SAE 75W-80 is a manual transmission oil, especially developed for ZF-transmissions, also in ASTronic2 applications.
TITAN CYTRAC MAT SAE 75W-80 has been developed with ZF according to the specification ZF TE-ML 02L and can therefore be used in the specified transmissions and operating conditions with extended drain intervals. For gearboxes applied to MAN trucks the product is approved according to MAN 341 Z-4. In field, TITAN CYTRAC MAT SAE 75W-80 has been successfully proven for the longest oil change intervals and is recommended by FUCHS for drain intervals up to 500.000 km in MAN-applications refer to MAN 341 Z-4.
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> TITAN CYTRAC MAT SAE 75W-80
(Mannheim, January 19, 2018)
Christmas donation for the children’s home St. Anton in Mannheim / Almenhof presented
As for many years now, this Christmas FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH donated again to a local charitable institution. This year, the St. Anton Children's and Youth Home in Mannheim / Almenhof was looking forward to a donation of € 10,000 to help children and adolescents. The symbolic check was handed over to Claudia Deisler of St. Anton by the CEO of FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE, Stefan Knapp.
(Mannheim, December 15, 2017)
PENTOSIN FFL-8
New Premium Performance Dual Clutch Transmission Fluid
For dual clutch transmissions, there are a variety of different technical solutions. The use of the wrong product can either very quickly lead to a malfunction or creeping up to a failure of the gearbox due to increased wear.
Application
The latest series of ZF dual-clutch transmissions has eight gears for the first time and is installed by Porsche in various models of the latest generation. PENTOSIN FFL-8 was specially developed for ZF dual clutch transmissions of the latest generation 8DT80, 8DT80A and 8DT80APH, which are used in various Porsche models.
Requirements
The innovative additive technology has been specially developed in cooperation with ZF to meet the high and varied requirements of ZF gear units:
- ensures optimum friction properties
- ensures precise and fast shifting even under the most extreme loads
- meets the complex non-ferrous heavy metal and electronic component compatibility requirements
- guarantees optimum wear and tear protection across the entire component lifecycle
Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> PENTOSIN FFL-8.
(Mannheim, December 5, 2017)
FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE wins a prize for resource efficiency
On 18 October 2017, FUCHS received an award at the Resources Efficiency Congress in Baden-Württemberg in the competition "100 companies for resource efficiency" for a remarkable energy and CO2 saving measure at the Mannheim Location.
The condensate from a Mannheim production plant obtained from the steam as a waste product is first used as an energy source (since it is still around 90 ° C hot) for heating the test field in Mannheim and then used as a "cold condensate" = distilled water to feed a cooling tower really 100% usage.
The savings: app.18 tons of CO2 per year!
(Mannheim, October 20, 2017)
Two strong partners intensify long-standing business relationship
DMG MORI and FUCHS to launch technology partnership
DMG MORI AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT and FUCHS PETROLUB SE are building on their successful cooperative efforts. The two companies are deepening their business relationship and have signed a collaboration contract. This agreement ensures close involvement by both companies in a technology partnership. Together, they intend to set standards with innovative product developments in the area of lubricants for machine tools.
The goal of the technology partnership is to jointly develop new lubricant solutions and services for machine tool applications. The plan also includes further progress in digitization of production processes and condition monitoring of machines and plants.
“Use of the correct lubricant is decisive for optimal productivity when machine tools are used for intensive processing of components. In FUCHS, we are pleased to have acquired a globally-based technology partner, and together we want to continue expanding our technology- and service-excellence”, says Christian Thönes, Chairman of the Executive Board of DMG MORI AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT.
“DMG MORI has a high level of technological expertise, great innovative force and global presence. I am certain that customers and users, as well as the two companies, will benefit from this partnership”, says Stefan Fuchs, CEO of FUCHS PETROLUB SE.
(Mannheim, September 5, 2017)
TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 5W-30
The TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 5W-30 is designed for use in high turbocharged gasoline engines with a low engine displacement.
TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 5W-30 is an ultra high performance engine oil for passenger cars with gasoline engines. The inno-vative technology of TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 5W-30 reliably provides highest performance and efficiency. In addition, TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 5W-30 is designed to keep the turbocharger clean.
The development was focused on the new generation of the GM specification for gasoline engines. We are pleased to brief you, that our TITAN D1 Supersyn 5W-30 SAE is officially approved dexos1™ -Gen 2. This new generation of the GM speci-fication for gasoline engines is now obligatory for the service in various aggregates of Opel and will therefore increase in relevance. Dexos1™ -Gen 2 approved products may also be used in older gasoline engines, even when dexos2™ is re-quired in the manual.
In addition this product complies with the specifications API-SN-RC and ILSAC GF-5. These specifications are relevant to different manufacturers either as a base specification for their own specifications or directly as a prompt for the application. This applies to both Asian manufacturers such as Nissan, Subaru and Toyota, as well as American manufacturers such as Ford, Chrysler, Lexus and Infiniti. The scope of the product application is enhanced by the fact that the specifications API-SN-RC and ILSAC GF-5 feature backwards compatibility to the previous specifications.
The TITAN Supersyn D1 SAE 5W-30 will initially be available in 1L, 20L and 60L packages.
Product profil:
| Spezifications | Approvals | FUCHS Recommendations |
|---|---|---|
| API SN-RC ILSAC GF-5 | dexos1TM - Gen 2 | FORD WSS-M2C929-A |
(Mannheim, June 30, 2017)