A 30% increase in production volumes and a 70% increase in sales over a six-year period was the main reason behind FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA developing a two-phase expansion project. Speaking at the official inauguration of the new office complex on Friday 13 May, MD Paul Deppe said the project was testament to the confidence that the German parent company had in the Southern African market. “Our sustained growth trajectory in South Africa will require increased capacity in future. What we have achieved to date is evidence of our long-term vision for the region.”

Developed on the racetrack to ensure ultimate performance and protection, SILKOLENE is the global market-leading high-performance range of motorcycle lubricants available from FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA. “SILKOLENE has the edge in this niche segment due to its specially formulated products for different on- and off-road applications,” says Lesley Barnard, Commercial Sales Manager – Inland.

While the range is not as well known locally as it is internationally, local demand is increasing steadily.

A major cause of reduced efficiency in refrigeration equipment is using conventional refrigeration oils as opposed to the specialised synthetic lubricants required for heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) applications. “A failure to use the correct refrigeration oils can result in leaks, reduced filter lifespan, and increased energy consumption,” says Gerald Langley, Sales Representative – Commercial at FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA.

When it comes to ensuring maximum operational reliability of agricultural machinery, nothing beats AGRIFARM lubricants from FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA.

The new small packs for the automotive sector introduced globally by the FUCHS Group at the end of last year not only feature easily recognisable labels and images, pictographs, and colour codes to help customers select the correct oil, with an optimised bottle shape with a longer neck for smoother pouring, they also use recycled materials for reduced environmental impact.