PETRONAS Circulating Oils: Powering Your Progress

Circulating oils are lubricants specifically designed to provide a continuous flow to bearings, gears, and other critical components in large industrial applications. They are essential for reducing friction, minimising wear, and dissipating heat, ultimately prolonging equipment life and ensuring efficient operation.

Circulating oils play a crucial role in demanding operating environments where equipment is subjected to high temperatures and contamination. They are designed to ensure extended oil drain intervals, which are vital for maintaining optimal equipment performance and longevity.

PETRONAS circulating oils, particularly the Circula series, are formulated with high-quality base oils and advanced additive technologies. PETRONAS Circula oils can last up to four times longer than industry standard oils, resulting in significant cost savings; excellent anti-wear protection, ensuring superior protection against wear and tear even in harsh conditions; enhanced resistance to contamination, with exceptional water separation and resistance to sludge formation; and tailored solutions, offering specialised formulations for various applications such as paper machines and steel mills.

Circulating oils are utilized in a wide range of industrial applications where continuous lubrication is critical. Key applications include: lubrication of dryer bearings, calendars, winders, and enclosed gear drives in paper production; MORGOIL® circulating systems in steel mill operations; lubrication of turbines, compressors, and pumps in power generation; and various heavy-duty circulating systems in general manufacturing requiring high anti-wear properties.

High-quality circulating oils, such as those offered by PETRONAS, provide numerous benefits, including reduced operating costs due to extended oil life and maintenance; improved equipment reliability through superior wear protection; enhanced productivity from reliable operation and decreased downtime; and environmental benefits from longer oil drain intervals and energy-efficient formulations.

Selecting the right circulating oil is essential for optimal performance and equipment protection. It is advisable to consult with PETRONAS sales and technical services for tailored recommendations. Factors to consider include: equipment type; operating conditions such as temperature and contamination potential; OEM specifications for oil viscosity and performance; performance requirements including anti-wear protection and water separation; and sustainability goals, with options for biodegradable or synthetic circulating oils available for environmentally conscious applications.