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The EU Ecolabel and the Vessel General Permit (VGP) 2013

During the last few years there has been a huge development in the use of biodegradable oils and greases. These environmentally friendly lubricants are particularly suitable for industries such as civil engineering sectors, the processing and recycling of (construction) waste, dredging companies, oil and gas extracting companies and shipping and offshore.

It is necessary to comply these Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EAL’s) with various registrations and OEM-approvals due to the actual legislations, regulations and requirements for use in nature and the environment.

The EU Ecolabel indicates production from a sustainable source with a lower environmental impact of raw materials, energy, water, harmful substances, waste and packaging. To meet the VIDA and VGP compliances Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants should be used for all oil to (sea)water interfaces.

Next to the own Green Point lubricants Van Meeuwen Lubrication has very worthy partners with the international suppliers Bel-Ray, Royal Purple, Lubcon and PANOLIN, These companies have become acquainted with advanced technologies and have been producing high-quality lubricants for decades.
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For all types and under all conditions

Optimal Wire Rope Lubrication

Leading companies in the marine, offshore, dredging, port, lifting and crane sectors make frequent use of Van Meeuwen’s wire rope lubricants under the most diverse operating conditions. From hoisting and pulling to stationary applications, with oils and greases which are environmentally acceptable or non-toxic and can be used under water, under high loads or in dusty conditions:

For hoisting and towing

Immediately penetrate to the core

Offer optimal protection against wear and corrosion

EU Ecolabel certiﬁed

No accumulation on the wire rope sheaves due to good penetration and adhesion

Transparent and therefore easy to inspect

Impermeable to water and cannot wash off

Do not adhere sand, dirt or dust

Due to water displacement properties also applicable on wet cables

Spray, brush or lubricator applicable

For rust-sensitive dusty conditions

Prevent wear due to a very strong lubricating ﬁlm

Penetrate to the inside of the cable

Does not adhere dirt and prevents corrosion

Displace water and dissolve rust

Clean metal surfaces and repel dirt at the same time

Even with heavy loads

Applicable by spraying

For severe outdoor environments

With a full scope of penetrating, lubrication and protection whilst being environmental friendly

Specially formulated as an EAL, EPA 2013 VGP (Vessel General Permit)

EU Ecolabel certiﬁed

To operate in severe outdoor environments

To withstand corrosion in high performance industrial applications where environmental exposure is a cause for concern

Applicable in a wide range of temperatures

Extreme mechanical and oxidative stable

Highly water resistant

Providing a long lifetime

Applicable by lubricator or brush
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How can jackups be lubricated optimally and safely?

Jackup Lubrication

When the rig reaches the work site, the crew jacks the legs downward through the water and into the sea. This anchors the rig and holds the hull well above the waves. Because the rig is a sea-going vessel, it is subject to the same rules and regulations as ships are. The legs are what give the jackup its name

The conditions under which a lifting platform must serve require a speciﬁc grease that is more environmentally friendly, withstands extreme high loads, is highly water-resistant and offers optimum protection against wear. Features and beneﬁts of Van Meeuwen’s high performance lubricants making them extremely suitable for lubricating lifting platforms or so-called jackup systems:

Biodegradable open gear greases for heavily loaded applications

Where biodegradability plays a very important role

Extremely suitable for lubricating jack-up systems

Very high lubricating ﬁlm strengths with excellent wear and corrosion protection

Thermally and very oxidatively stable

Suitable for temperatures from -30° to +100°C

Biodegradable

HOCNF classiﬁed

Strong polarity allowing excellent
adhesion to metal surfaces

Very resistant to water (including salt), steam and cleaning agents

Contain no solid lubricants like graphite or MoS2
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Lubricants play an important role in extending the service life of equipment, and innovative products are increasingly setting new standards in performance and reliability of machines and installations. Therefore, we would like to present you our unique brands and products that will help you improve performance and reliability.

Shell PANOLIN

A longer service life of equipment and of the oils and greases themselves. That’s what Shell PANOLIN stands for. Since 1983, Shell PANOLIN has specialized in a full range of high performance biodegradable lubricants (ECL’s / EAL’s). For less use, less CO2 and less maintenance. Shell PANOLIN was founded in 1949 as an independent family business and has its headquarters and production facility in Switzerland.

Green Point

Our Green Point line exists of eco-friendly synthetic lubricants which are biodegradable, highly resistant to ageing and offer an excellent corrosion protection and anti-wear characteristics. This professional high performance line is specially developed for various applications and complies with the latest environmental certiﬁcates like EU Ecolabel or HOCNF Yellow.

Bel – Ray

With proven value, Bel-Ray is delivering superior business value for your marine and offshore applications. Well known for (biodegradable) wire rope applications. Penetration helps the lubricant get to the core, protecting the strands from abrasive wear and corrosion. As well as the sheaves and drums. With superior water displacement properties so that a positive lubricating ﬁlm is provided, even on wet ropes and in a wide range of temperatures.

LUBCON

The LUBCON range exists of innovative products, also being biodegradable and non-toxic. Classiﬁed as HOCNF category “yellow”, meaning it can be applied in coastal areas and offshore without restrictions. The lubricants are excellently resistant to salt water, withstands extremely high loads, with high ageing stability and excellent performances in a wide range of temperatures. These environmentally responsible synthetic lubricants provide maximum performance for use in sensitive environments. with an extremely high lubricating ﬁlm strength specially developed for heavy-duty applications.

Royal Purple

Royal Purple lubricants are biodegradable synthetic lubricants with an extremely high lubricating ﬁlm strength, specially developed for heavy-duty hydraulic systems, drivetrains and stern tubes. The oils can be used in environmentally critical applications, even in the most sensitive ecosystems and make equipment run smoother, cooler, quieter, longer and more efﬁciently. Specially formulated by the Synerlec additive technology for gear and hydraulic applications.
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Van Meeuwen

In the Marine & Offshore industry Van Meeuwen Lubrication is the specialized partner for every lubrication challenge. With a proven track record in every branch of industry, Van Meeuwen has been providing solutions by high-performance lubricants and customized lubrication maintenance for almost 90 years.

Van Meeuwen is proud to participate in all this. Are you looking for custom lubrication solutions (including biodegradable) for the speciﬁc applications and conditions in the shipping, the maritime and offshore sector? If so, please contact us by filling out the form below or give us a call.

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Improve reliability, safety and durability

Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EAL's) for Marine & Offshore Maintenance

The EU Ecolabel and the Vessel General Permit (VGP) 2013

For all types and under all conditions

Optimal Wire Rope Lubrication

How can jackups be lubricated optimally and safely?

Jackup Lubrication

Our products