Synthetic Lubricants Yield Incredible Energy Efficiency

Energy efficiency study at a manufacturing plant last week. Mobil SHC Polyrex grease reduces torque by up to 40 percent compared with a mineral-based alternative, which results in an increased motor efficiency of up to 0.24 percent. This site study involved analyzing operating conditions and finding opportunities for both energy efficiency and extending equipment life.

Putting the energy efficiency piece into context, a $500 investment in this synthetic grease could deliver more than $11,000 in potential annual energy savings in a typical plant. Additionally the Mobil SHC Polyrex helps extend electric motor life and is suitable for fill-for-life applications. https://lnkd.in/eH5_QcE

*Calculation based on ExxonMobil data comparing the performance of Mobil SHC Polyrex 102 EM to Mobil Unirex N2, a conventional, mineral-based electric motor grease. Calculation assumes a plant-wide grease conversion of 100 electric motors rated at 100HP each, running continuously during the year. The assumed electricity cost is $0.10/kWhr with an energy efficiency improvement of 0.17%. The investment cost assumes the conversion of all 100 motors from a mineral-based product to Mobil SHC Polyrex 102 EM synthetic grease. hashtag#manufacturing hashtag#energyefficiency hashtag#MobilServ