Chevron Introduces Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW to Improve Sustainability and Performance of Hydraulic Fluids
Chevron has introduced Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW, a hydraulic fluid designed to meet the evolving needs of the marine and construction industries while championing environmental stewardship. As governments worldwide tighten regulations to protect our planet, Chevron is introducing new options to support those initiatives, launching Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW as the solution to bridge the gap between environmental responsibility and high-performance hydraulic fluid requirements.
At its core, Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW represents a significant advancement in hydraulic fluid technology. Not only does it meet stringent government environmental regulations by meeting or exceeding the biodegradation, toxicity, and bioaccumulation limits--it has a high level of renewable carbon of about 90 percent. It performs well, ensuring that customers do not have to compromise on quality or efficiency.
"Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW demonstrates our commitment to environmental sustainability without sacrificing performance," said Zach Sutton, industrial sector at Chevron. "This next-generation hydraulic fluid not only meets regulatory standards but exceeds expectations in terms of performance, compatibility, and longevity due to its renewable base stock formulation."
Key features include:
- Performance: Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW surpasses traditional hydraulic fluids, the company said. With a Total Oxidation Stability Test (TOST) life of more than 10,000 hours, it outperforms existing products in the market.
- Seal Compatibility: The new product ensures a seamless transition for customers, eliminating the need to change seals on equipment when switching products. This compatibility advantage simplifies the adoption process, reducing downtime and operational disruptions.
- Environmental Compliance: Compliant with EU Ecolabel, US EPA Vessel General Permit (VGP), Swedish Standard for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EAL), and the OECD definition of “readily biodegradable,” Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW aligns with the most stringent environmental standards, making it an ideal choice for environmentally sensitive work environments.
- Wildlife-Friendly Formula: With its zinc-free formula, Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW prioritizes environmental safety, making it desirable for applications near water or areas with potential wildlife impact.
"Our customers can now enjoy the benefits of Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW, knowing that they are investing in a product that not only meets their performance needs but also contributes to a cleaner, healthier planet," added Sutton.
Clarity Bio EliteSyn AW represents Chevron's ongoing commitment to innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Available now in ISO grades 32, 46, 68. For more information about this new product, go to www.chevron.com.
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Michael Roth has covered the equipment rental industry full time for RER since 1989 and has served as the magazine’s editor in chief since 1994. He has nearly 30 years experience as a professional journalist. Roth has visited hundreds of rental centers and industry manufacturers, written hundreds of feature stories for RER and thousands of news stories for the magazine and its electronic newsletter RER Reports. Roth has interviewed leading executives for most of the industry’s largest rental companies and manufacturers as well as hundreds of smaller independent companies. He has visited with and reported on rental companies and manufacturers in Europe, Central America and Asia as well as Mexico, Canada and the United States. Roth was co-founder of RER Reports, the industry’s first weekly newsletter, which began as a fax newsletter in 1996, and later became an online newsletter. Roth has spoken at conventions sponsored by the American Rental Association, Associated Equipment Distributors, California Rental Association and other industry events and has spoken before industry groups in several countries. He lives and works in Los Angeles when he’s not traveling to cover industry events.