Shell PANOLIN for Mining
Biodegradable lubricants in mining
Improving operational sustainability can contribute to competitive advantage
In mining, efforts to decarbonise and reduce environmental impact are accelerating focus on end-to-end supply chain. Many mining companies are pursuing net-zero emissions plans, driving a heightened focus on sustainability in the supply chain.1
63% of mining executives cite "license to operate" as their top business risk.2
Some of the key challenges for the mining sector include:
- Balancing output and environmental impact
- Ensuring 24/7 equipment reliability even in harsh conditions
- Prioritising water and soil pollution prevention
- Considering cost savings and long-term value whilst reducing risks in sensitive environments.
Lubricants can make a difference to
- Equipment performance: improving efficiency while reducing emissions.
- Equipment life 鈥� protecting critical components to keep vehicles running; and
- Sustainability goals 鈥� reducing environmental impact.
Why Shell PANOLIN for mining operations?
Reduce oil usage and waste
- Longer oil-drain intervals mean less oil being produced, purchased and disposed of.3
Lower environmental impact
- Readily biodegradable, have low ecotoxicity and a range of EU Ecolabel certified fluids.
Meeting Operational specifications -
Fire resistant hydraulic lubricants and high pressure greases provide options that meet the needs of many mining operations.
Reducing the environmental impact of critical operations should not mean that you need to compromise on productivity or protection. Biodegradable lubricants can help to reduce the environmental impact of critical operations4.
Shell PANOLIN has a portfolio of biodegradable products designed for a range of mining conditions and applications; these lubricants are especially suited for environmentally sensitive areas and operations in or near water.
[1] S&P Global Market Intelligence, December 2020
[2] EY: Top 10 business risks and opportunities for mining and metals in 2021
[3] Shell PANOLIN S4 tier are typically formulated with saturated esters and oil life is measured in accordance with Industry Standards ISO 4263-3. Actual effects and benefits may vary. No guarantees provided.
[4] When compared to conventional mineral oils, it will have a reduced environmental impact in the event of a leak or accidental spillage. All PANOLIN products are readily biodegradable (Biodegradable OECD 301B > 60%) and have low aquatic ecotoxicity (Classified as 鈥渘ot harmful鈥� to freshwater invertebrates when tested as water-accommodated fractions (WAFs) according to OECD 202 guidelines.
