Question 1

Why is the total cost of ownership more important than lubricant purchase price?

Accepted Answer

Upfront purchase price accounts for less than 10% of total lubrication costs. The true total cost of ownership includes energy consumption, oil disposal costs, filters, maintenance labor, and costs associated with machine downtime and premature component failure.

Question 2

How does a PAG lubricant generate maintenance cost savings?

Accepted Answer

A PAG lubricant generates savings by lasting up to 20,000 hours in some systems, 4 to 5 times longer than mineral oil. This reduces the frequency of shutdowns, lowers labor hours on oil drains and refills, and cuts waste oil disposal fees by up to 80%.

Question 3

Does upgrading to a PAG fluid reduce energy costs?

Accepted Answer

Yes, due to their excellent shear stability, low friction coefficients, and high thermal conductivity, PAG fluids reduce friction in gear teeth and bearings, lowering electricity consumption in industrial motors by typically 2% to 8%.

Question 4

What is the typical return on investment when switching to PAG base oils?

Accepted Answer

While synthetic PAGs cost more upfront, most industrial plants achieve ROI within 6 to 12 months, driven by substantial energy savings, extended drain intervals, reduced component replacement costs, and improved machinery uptime.

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