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Reducing Downtime in The Metals Sector

Learn how Shell Lubricant Solutions can reduce downtime through a proactive, preventative approach to machinery maintenance.

If you’ve got a problem with machinery breaking down… the odds are, we can help. Our technical experts work hand in hand with customers to identify and understand any issues - then help them move from dealing with downtime reactively, to a proactive, preventative approach to maintenance.

  • Shell’s LubeAnalyst service has helped one of the world’s largest steel companies, based in the US, deliver reported savings of $228,800 in associated costs for parts and labour.
    Read more about USA LubeAnalyst metals

  • We have helped a wire rod business in China save $1,081,000 every year through increased production, reduced maintenance costs, and by cutting oil and filter consumption.
    Read more about China Baotou Morlina

  • In Italy we helped a manufacturer save $140,000 by removing 30 hours of maintenance time annually, and halving grease consumption.
    Read more about Italy Danieli Gadus

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