From Seed to Harvest – How FUCHS Lubricants Helps Power Every Turn of the Agricultural Engine
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In the business of agriculture, uptime is everything. From the tractor starting at dawn to the combine harvester wrapping up at dusk; the demand on machinery is relentless. At the heart of these machines there are a variety of lubricants that ensure seamless operation all year round.
The team at FUCHS understand just how hard agricultural machines work – and they strive daily to meet these demands with full-spectrum lubricant solutions that covers virtually every moving part in modern farm equipment. From engine oils and hydraulic fluids to gear oils and greases, including specialty fluids for advanced machinery technology, their goal is to keep agriculture moving forward.
Trusted by Industry Leaders
Trusted by major agricultural equipment manufacturers FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA has been active in the agricultural lubricant market for more than 70 years, both as an OEM for machine manufacturers and in the field of workshop services. Their comprehensive range of products offer a one-stop solution that meets machine lubrication needs with technology, convenience, reliability, sustainability and cost saving in mind.
In-the-Field Reliability
Designed to withstand extreme outdoor conditions — from the cold starts of spring planting to the dust-choked intensity of the harvest season — FUCHS lubricants are proven to extend equipment life and reduce maintenance downtime. This reliability ensures that farmers can focus on what truly matters: the harvest.
Sustainability Focus
Like many farmers FUCHS LUBRICANTS are increasingly seeking solutions that not only enhance productivity but also tread lightly on the environment. Supporting this shift towards sustainability, FUCHS is committed to providing biodegradable and environmentally friendly lubricant options that align with farmers' eco-conscious goals. These products are designed to help farmers protect their land while maintaining the highest levels of machinery performance.
FUCHS' innovative offerings include products like TITAN AdBlue, which are specifically formulated to support the environmental needs of newer engine designs. TITAN AdBlue plays a crucial role in transforming noxious exhaust fumes into breathable components, thereby reducing the environmental impact of agricultural operations.
Commitment to Quality
With both ISO 9001 and IATF certification FUCHS’ commitment to quality is underscored. This rigorous quality management system ensures that every FUCHS product meets the highest standards, providing farmers with the confidence they need in their lubricant choices.
Highlights of FUCHS’ Product Range
Innovative lubricants secure maximum operational reliability of all agricultural units – from engines and transmissions, right through to hydraulics in all machines and vehicles. That is why major agricultural equipment manufacturers trust FUCHS products as the go-to choice for farmers seeking reliability and longevity in their equipment.
Further success results from FUCHS’s ability and knowledge to rationalize the amount of lubricant products used in a workshop thus providing cost saving and less opportunities for errors in application.
- AGRIFARM UTTO MP:An ultra-high Performance multifunctional oil, which boasts a range of OEM approvals and exceeds an impressive selection of specifications making it ideal for farms that operate a mix of legacy and modern machinery from various OEMS.
- TITAN CARGO SAE 15W-40: A diesel engine oil, which meets API category CK-4 and is suitable for new equipment, addressing the evolving needs of modern engines. Specially developed for vehicles with extended service intervals, exhaust after treatment and turbochargers.
- TITAN SUPERGEAR range of products: high-performance gear oils that meet both API GL-4 and GL-5 specifications, making it suitable for synchronized and non-synchronized transmissions. This versatility makes it ideal for use in both transmission and axles, reducing filling errors and simplifying maintenance.
- FRICOFIN DP 50: Premium Performance Coolant Ready-Mix based on monoethylene glycol and uses silicate-organic acid technology (Si-OAT) to form a protective layer on metal surfaces, to allow for the highest change intervals, reducing costs and downtime, it is ideally suited for equipment that has periods of high use and times where it is not in use at all. Or, FRICOFIN LL 50 (premix)which is a premium coolant based on monoethylene glycol, utilizing Organic Acid Technology (OAT) to deliver exceptional protection for heavy-duty applications in farming equipment, passenger cars, and stationary combustion engines. The technology ensures high change intervals, reducing costs and downtime, and safeguards engines against frost, overheating, corrosion, and cavitation.
These products are a few examples of how FUCHS can offer comprehensive coverage and protection across all seasons, from engines to transmission and hydraulic systems, highlighting FUCHS’ commitment to making farmers’ lives easier.
Visit FUCHS at NAMPO Hall, Stand 74
Join FUCHS LUBRICANTS at NAMPO and discover how their products power every turn of the agricultural engine, from seed to harvest. Also book a FREE Workshop Wellness Check — a practical service designed to help farmers optimise their operations and save costs.
The FUCHS team will showcase its comprehensive range of lubricant solutions designed to enhance the efficiency, reliability, and performance of modern agricultural machinery.
For more information on our products and services, visit FUCHS at Nampo Hall Stand 74 or www.fuchs.com
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About FUCHS
FUCHS develops, produces, and markets high-grade lubricants and related specialties for virtually all industries Founded in 1931 as a family business in Mannheim, FUCHS is now the world's largest independent supplier of innovative lubricant solutions, covering almost every industry and application. Today, the company’s 6 000 employees in over 50 countries still share the same goal: To keep the world moving both sustainably and efficiently.
To live up to this claim, we think in terms of perfection, not merely standards. When developing individual solutions, we enter into an intensive customer dialogue – acting as an experienced consultant, innovative problem solver and reliable team partner. The results we provide meet not only the highest technological requirements, but also help customers save on operating costs and emissions. Because at FUCHS, sustainability is not simply an empty phrase, but a mindset – and thus the basis and aspiration of all our business activity.
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