By providing tailored, value-added services that complement its world-class lubricants, FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA ensures that clients achieve greater productivity, reduced downtime, and optimised maintenance cycles.

The global data centre industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, fuelled by an insatiable demand for advanced computing power. Market reports predict the industry will grow from $244 billion in 2020 to $519 billion by 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10%. [1] This expansion is driven by transformative technologies like 5G communications, artificial intelligence (AI), and crypto mining, which demand higher performance from processors and servers.

The European Union’s increasingly stringent F-gases regulation continues to pose new challenges for the refrigeration industry. Enacted to reduce the environmental impact of hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), this regulation mandates the phasedown of HFCs with high Global Warming Potential (GWP) and encourages the transition to sustainable alternatives. For the HVAC industry, these changes necessitate cutting-edge solutions in refrigeration oils, and FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA is stepping up as a critical partner in this sector.

The successful completion of its major investment programme has positioned FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA well for 2025 and “has significantly increased our growth potential,” comments MD Paul Deppe. The project saw a significant upgrade of FUCHS’ production facilities.

As mobility continues to evolve, the market is slowly switching from combustion engine to electric power. Bridging between these two technologies, hybrid powered vehicles combine both combustion and electric power. “These are an increasingly popular choice of vehicle in South Africa as they offer dual benefits and provide a transition for consumers,” comments Hayley Arnesen, National Sales Manager, Automotive Af-termarket at FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA.

In celebration of World Food Day on 16 October, FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA is showcasing its safe and efficient lubrication solutions for the food and beverage industry. “As one of the few companies in South Africa to have ISO 21469 accreditation in our manufacturing plant, we set the benchmark in safe food lubrication solutions,” comments Ashleigh Pollen, Industry and Specialty Manager.

Leading manufacturer and supplier FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA is not only committed to local innova-tion, but also has extensive training initiatives in place to foster youth development. By aligning closely with industry trends and technological advancements, the FUCHS training programmes enhance overall employa-bility and add to the industry’s skills base, comments HR Executive Annelia Tshabalala.

Ongoing pressure on commodity prices and reduced output has seen the global mining industry focus increasingly on energy efficiency and optimising production. “There is a major emphasis on cutting costs, especially in terms of proactive maintenance, which is where our products play a key role,” comments Dave Gons, National Manager Mining | Regional Mining Manager Sub-Saharan Africa at FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA.

Lubricant manufacturer and supplier FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA has concluded a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Solareff to procure solar PV system-generated electricity, reveals Sustainability Direc-tor Esther Seabi, to reduce the company’s yearly CO2e emissions. “This is a major step towards achieving our targets,” she notes.

A multipurpose lubricant for the agricultural industry has been developed locally by FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA. Known as AGRIFARM UTTO FLEX, it is ideal for transmissions, final drives, hydraulics, and oil immersed brakes of agricultural and even certain off-highway equipment, explains Greg Tarr, Application Engineers Manager.