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utes to the growth.
If machines are the heart of the manufacturing
sector, lubricants that ensure their smooth function-
ing are its lifeblood. Among the handful of impera-
tives that facilitate enhanced productivity and effi-
ciency of a manufacturing unit, lubrication plays a
quintessential role. It ensures routine maintenance
for expensive and complex industrial equipment
and even prevents permanent damage that can be
caused due to extreme operating conditions.
Here’s a success story of how ExxonMobil’s
cutting-edge lubrication products helped PPAP Au-
tomotive to achieve its productivity and profitability
goals, while enhancing the lifespan of the machines.
Background/situation at hand
Established in 1978 in the industrial hub of NOIDA,
the NCR-based PPAP Automotive is a leading man-
ufacturer of Automotive Sealing Systems, Interior
and Exterior Automotive. Their customers include
leading automobile companies like Maruti Suzuki,
Honda Cars, Toyota Kirloskar Motors, etc.
The company operates several injection mould-
ing machines for manufacturing over 500 different
products for its customers. These machines, with an
average capacity between 650 and 2,800 ton, op-
erate round-the-clock in three shifts of eight hours.
With the primary focus to advance productivity
of the plant and to increase the profitability, PPAP
Automotive turned to ExxonMobil’s Field Engineer-
ing Services (FES) – the dedicated team of technical
experts who work closely with manufacturing com-
panies to offer them advice on best-in-class lubrica-
tion and maintenance practices.
Mobil’s Strategic Solution
Mobil engineers assessed onsite usage conditions
and interacted closely with the PPAP Automo-
tive team to understand the company’s lubrication
requirements. Based on their test results, Mobil
recommended Mobil DTE 10 Excel™ 46 for the
injection moulding machines to achieve maximum
productivity and enhanced equipment protection.
The Mobil DTE 10 Excel 46 is an ISO Viscosity
Grade (VG) 46, non-zinc, anti-wear hydraulic fluid.
Its shear-stable, high-viscosity index (VI) allows for a
wide operating temperature range, maintaining maxi-
mum hydraulic efficiency and component protection,
at both low as well as high temperatures. Post the
switch to Mobil DTE 10 Excel 46, ExxonMobil™ team
conducted an analysis to monitor the condition of the
oil and advised the customer on best maintenance
practices for regular filtration and system cleanliness.The Outcome
Mobil DTE 10 Excel 46 helped reduce downtime and
achieved ODI of 10 years in moulding machine hy-
draulics, resulting in potential savings of US $18,382
(Rs 12.30 lakh approx) annually
Use of Mobil DTE 10 Excel 46 enabled an extend-
ed oil drain interval and ensured zero component re-
placement in the injection moulding machines, for up
to ten years. The superior quality lubricant helped the
machines deliver outstanding performance, eliminat-
ing unscheduled downtime and reducing planned
downtime. All this in turn translated into a potential
annual savings of $18,382 (Rs 12.30 lakh) for PPAP
Automotive.
Speaking on ExxonMobil’s success in providing a
customized solution for PPAP’s requirements, Shan-
kar Karnik, General Manager Industrial, ExxonMobil
Lubricants Private Limited said, “Mobil Industrial Lu-
bricants supports customers with unmatched indus-
try expertise and technical services, unsurpassed
global supply capability, proven oil-analysis pro-
grams and comprehensive builder approvals. The
results delivered for PPAP Automotive are a perfect
example of how ExxonMobil’s technology leader-
ship, exceptional application expertise and custom-
ised solutions can enable an industrial unit attain its
productivity and profitability goals effectively.”About Mobil DTE 10 Excel 46
Mobil DTE 10 Excel™ Series are high performance
anti-wear hydraulic oils, specifically designed to
meet the needs of modern, high-pressure industrial
and mobile equipment hydraulic systems.
Formulated with extensive laboratory and in-
service field testing, the Mobil DTE 10 Excel series
can help provide quantifiable increase in hydraulic
efficiency compared to other hydraulic oils. This
can translate to reduced power consumption and
increased machine output, resulting in significant
monetary savings.
In controlled laboratory efficiency testing, Mo-
bil DTE 10 Excel was measured to provide up to 6
per cent improvement in hydraulic pump efficiency
compared to other oils when operating in standard
hydraulic applications.For more information on Mobil Industrial’s range of
lubricants and services, visit mobil.com/industrial.The term "ExxonMobil" is used for convenience only, and may include ExxonMobil Corporation or any of its affiliates.