Testimonials
City of Red Wing Incinerator Facility uses LE's 8800 Monolec Ultra Engine Oil to enhance equipment efficiency and reduce costs.
key takeaways
Challenge
Plant Manager Tom Holton sought to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness at his plant by addressing the detrimental impact of garbage on equipment and oil quality.
LE solution
LE’s 8800 Monolec Ultra Engine Oil, recommended by a seasoned consultant, uses 100% paraffinic base oil refined in small batches for consistent quality and protection, a unique claim in the industry.
Results
Extending drain intervals from 100 to 300 hours saves $239.76 annually on the Bobcat, with superior protection from better quality oil and air filters, and excellent LEAP reports for both the 1997 and 2000 models.
Customer Profile
City of Red Wing Incinerator Facility services the communities of Red Wing, Lake City, Goodhue and most of the rural areas of Goodhue County, Minnesota. The heat generated is used to produce steam that is sold to a local industry. They have been in operation since 1982 and have been an LE customer since 1998.
Application
The incinerator facility uses a 1997 Bobcat with a 75-horsepower Deutz Diesel, to pile and push garbage into the Stoker that feeds the incinerator.
Challenge
The extremely dirty and corrosive nature of garbage takes its toll on the equipment, oil quality and the protection the oil should give. The Plant Manager, Tom Holton, was interested in running his plant more efficiently and cost effective.
LE Solution
The local LE Lubrication Consultant recommended LE’s 8800 Monolec Ultra Engine Oil. With 21 years experience at a Large Midwest Oil Refinery, Mr. Holton understands the importance of base oil quality. He was particularly impressed with the facts. LE’s 100% paraffinic base oil goes through an extra refining step. It is refined and shipped in small batches and tested before it is accepted at LE’s Wichita, KS manufacturing facility. Mr. Holton knew this would ensure consistent quality and improved protection. No other lubricant company has been able to make this claim.
Results
At this time, $239.76 in operating expenses are saved per year on the Bobcat by extending drain intervals from 100 to 300 hours. Because of the dirty corrosive environment, Mr. Holten has chosen better quality oil and air filters to compliment 8800 Monolec Ultra’s superior protection. LEAP (Lubrication Engineers Analysis Program) reports have been excellent on the 1997 Bobcat, which is now semi-retired. LEAP reports on the new 2000 Melro Bobcat have also been very good. Currently it is being sampled at 400 hours. We expect it will go beyond 400 hours.