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FUCHS PETROLUB SE, a global player in the lubricants sector, has been honored by DMG MORI, a leading global manufacturer of machine tools, with the "DMG MORI Partner Award 2021" for outstanding performance and innovation.

FUCHS CEO Stefan Fuchs and Stefan Knapp, Chairman of the Management Board of FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GmbH, personally received the award from Dr. Eng. Masahiko Mori, Chairman of the Supervisory Board, and Christian Thönes, Chairman of the Executive Board of DMG MORI AKTIENGESELLSCHAFT, at the “DMG MORI Partner Summit” on September 21, 2021 in Pfronten. "A good partnership manifests itself in difficult times: particularly in the current extremely difficult material supply situation, trusting and reliable teamwork has become even more important. A good network of strong partners is more important now than ever before," emphasized Christian Thönes.

"Our common goal was and is to set standards in the field of lubricants for machine tools with innovative product developments. Ultimately, we all benefit from this endeavor: DMG MORI as a machine tool builder, FUCHS as a lubricant manufacturer, and especially our mutual customers. We are therefore very pleased about this special recognition of our cooperation in partnership," said Stefan Fuchs at the award ceremony.

Since 2019, FUCHS has been an official lubricants partner of the partner program DMG MORI Qualified Products (DMQP) and now received the award in this category. With the DMQPs, DMG MORI offers its customers perfectly tailored machine peripheries and innovative technology accessories from a single source. As a certified DMQP partner, FUCHS provides cooling lubricants and lubricants tailored to DMG MORI machines and processes within this context. The technology partnership that unites the two companies began several years ago with projects in China and was gradually extended to further markets. Together, FUCHS and DMG MORI are developing new lubricant solutions and services for machine tool applications to advance the digitalization of production processes and the condition monitoring of machines and systems.

(Mannheim, September 23, 2021)

The application possibilities of ANTICORIT CPX 3373 range from the preservation of cavities in vehicles, such as door seams, fenders or sill areas, to the decommissioning preservation of semi-finished products or tools. In summary: ANTICORIT CPX 3373 can be used in the automotive sector wherever corrosion protection is needed.

Notable product features include the fact that ANTICORIT CPX 3373 is VOC- and solvent-free and consists of 100% active ingredient. Application is simple and straightforward (> Video) at room temperature and no heating or liquefaction of the material is required. In addition, standard spray equipment can be used for application, and UV light is suitable for quality control.

Excellent penetration and controlled run-off result in less dripping and therefore less contamination as well as lower consumption.

For the first time ever, Toyota Motor Europe, Brussels-based European subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation in Japan, is developing a lubricant for one of its European plants. The cooperation with supplier FUCHS is key here – and has led to a product that Toyota is now even set to deploy worldwide. Read more about our latest development cooperation with the leading car manufacturer in our EVOLVE magazine.

(Mannheim, September 23, 2021)

The new brake fluid specified after ISO 4925 Class 7 covers all applications which have been formerly covered by two different products. It is specially developed for modern vehicles with driving stability systems such as ABS and ESP. To fully utilize the new standard to its best, we harmonize the two products MAINTAIN DOT 4 LV and MAINTAIN DOT 5.1 to the new product MAINTAIN DOT 514 LV. The product exceeds conventional brake fluids of FMVSS NR. 116 DOT 3 und DOT 4 and can therefore be use in the respective applications.

MAINTAIN DOT 514 LV

• protects brake and clutch hydraulics against deposits and corrosion with simultaneous high material compatibility.
• provides excellent protection against steam bubble formation due to very high dry and wet boiling point.
• response time of the brake system even at low temperatures is very fast due to the excellent flow behaviour of the low viscosity brake fluid.

(Mannheim, August 27, 2021)

FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH, one of the largest lubricant manufacturers and suppliers in Germany, will start a cooperation as Team Partner with SV Waldhof Mannheim from the upcoming 2021/2022 season.
"We are entering an exciting season as a team partner with SV Waldhof Mannheim. As a company with deep roots in Mannheim, FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH will now also be involved in the sporting side of SV Waldhof Mannheim, in addition to supporting social projects", said Stefan Knapp, Chairman of the Management Board of FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH.

"In the last few years, I often visited the Carl-Benz Stadium and was very taken with Waldhof because of the good atmosphere and the attractive style of play. It impresses me how quickly the team has established itself in the 3rd division. I therefore hope that the general conditions will allow it and that many spectators will be able to support Waldhof in the stadium again. I am very pleased that we are now also present as a sponsor", said Thomas Wilke, Head of Sales Industrial Lubricants at FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH.

"We are very pleased to be able to present FUCHS SCHMIERSTOFFE GMBH as our team partner. It makes us very happy to welcome a regional Mannheim company to our circle of partners. We are looking forward to the future together with many positive thoughts and are looking forward to the joint exchange in the coming season", said SVW Managing Director Markus Kompp.

(Mannheim, July 8, 2021)

(Mannheim, June 18, 2021)

TITAN GT1 FLEX C23 SAE 5W-30 is a premium performance engine oil for passenger cars and vans.
It is an enhancement of our existing product TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30. It combines the most diverse requirements to achieve the broadest possible market coverage - always with the corresponding approvals of the manufacturers. In addition, it offers comprehensive protection against LSPI and thus also fulfils the requirements of the API SP specification. Further advantages: reduced fuel consumption, improved ageing stability and optimized engine cleanses.

The product is ideally suited for modern downsized engines, engines with start-stop systems as well as vehicles with exhaust aftertreatment systems such as particle filters or catalytic converters.  This engine oil achieves more than twice the fuel savings compared to conventional ACEA C3 products with the same SAE class (according to M111 FE).

TITAN GT1 FLEX C23 SAE 5W-30 can be used in all applications where TITAN GT1 FLEX 23 SAE 5W-30 (that is no longer in the product range) has previously been used.

> see TITAN GT1 FLEX C23 SAE 5W-30

With the product family TITAN FLEX we are able to offer a wide range of applications. Here you can find more information about our engine oils TITAN FLEX and in what way they are different from other engine oils.

(Mannheim, April 22, 2021)

Our new product TITAN GT1 FLEX 3 SAE 5W-40 is a fuel-economy engine oil of the highest class - it is the best 5W-40 we ever had! Although the global trend is towards low-viscosity engine oils, engine oils in the SAE 5W-40 viscosity are still very widespread and of great popularity. In addition, OEMs have recently established new specifications that specifically address the requirements of high-performance petrol engines with exhaust aftertreatment systems: Particularly noteworthy in this context are the Porsche approval PORSCHE C40 and the VW approval VW 511 00.

The benefits of TITAN GT1 FLEX 3 SAE 5W-40 include:

• As a multi-brand workshop, this will certainly sound familiar to you: You need the right engine oil for each manufacturer's different requirements. As part of our TITAN FLEX range, TITAN GT1 FLEX 3 SAE 5W-40 has several OEM approvals and is therefore perfectly suited for product rationalization for several manufacturers. These include, in particular, high-performance engines from the VW Group as well as many models from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Renault or a wide range of Asian and American manufacturers.
• The unique XTL® technology contributes to reduced fuel consumption, improved ageing stability, compatibility with exhaust gas aftertreatment systems and outstanding wear protection.
• TITAN GT1 SAE 5W-40 can be used in all applications where TITAN GT1 SAE 5W-40 has been used before.

> see TITAN GT1 FLEX 3 SAE 5W-40

(Mannheim, March 24, 2021)

> see TITAN GANYMET ULTRA LA

(Mannheim, March 24, 2021)

The different components of transfercases each have their own demands on the applied lubricant. TITAN TCF 1 has been specially developed to meet the requirements of transfercases with wet clutches. Based on selected base oils and additives, it combines outstanding wear protection with high friction stability. The optimized shear stability also ensures a long service life in transfercases of other manufacturers.
The outstanding performance of TITAN TCF 1 is reflected in the exclusive Mercedes-Benz approval MB 239.41 and thus complements the FUCHS range of uniquely approved products.
TITAN TCF 1 can be used in transfercases with wet clutches of various manufacturers. These include various BMW X-Drive models as well as variants of the Mercedes Benz G, GLE and GLS class. The product can also be used for selected vehicles from Porsche and Asian manufacturers (Hyundai, KIA, NISSAN) in the respective applications.

> see TITAN TCF 1

(Mannheim, February 11, 2021)

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.

• 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.

> see TITAN GT1 FLEX 5 SAE 0W-20

(Mannheim, January 15, 2020)

> see TITAN CYTRAC PRO GA2 SAE 75W-90

(Mannheim, January 15, 2020)

> see TITAN UTTO WB

(Mannheim, January 15, 2020)

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.

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.

• 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

> see TITAN ATF 6400

(Mannheim, July 31, 2019)

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.

• 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.

> see TITAN CARGO PRO 3677 SAE 5W-30

(Mannheim, June 12, 2019)

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)

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.

Specifications, approvals and FUCHS recommendations
> see PENTOSIN FFL-10

(Mannheim, November 21, 2018)

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)

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)

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:

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)

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

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)

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)