The development of the construction industry depends on cutting-edge lubrication solutions and sophisticated servicing options such as oil monitoring and analysis.

Deepak Miglani, General Manager for Industrial Lubricants at Exxon Mobil Lubricants Pvt. Ltd. discusses the importance of lubrication in construction operations, saying, “Mobil focuses on important application criteria like high temperature, extreme pressure, low temperature, and long-life lubrication.”

How is Indian infrastructural growth fuelling oil and lubricant demand?

Infrastructure development has become a critical pillar of India’s economic planning and growth. According to Invest India, the Indian construction industry will reach $1.4trillion by 2025 and is expected to register a CAGR more significant than 10 percent during the forecast period (2022-2027). Simultaneously, to match growth expectations, the industry’s increasing focus is on making operations more efficient and profitable using advanced equipment. This equipment, in turn, comes with sophisticated lubrication requirements to minimise wear and surface fatigue and boost overall productivity. Correct lubrication technology can considerably increase the life of equipment systems if chosen and maintained appropriately.

How are the global supply chain challenges impacting the business?

Last year witnessed significant global volatility in crude oil and gas prices, consequently impacting downstream industries that depend on them. However, while long-drawn, this impact will be temporary, and eventually, the prices will settle. The most effective response to such volatility is making operations more efficient and profitable. We at Mobil TM Lubricants emphasise utilising energy to the optimum level—to reduce waste and increase usability. We are working on streamlining our operations and maintaining our supply chain so that our customers are not deprived of running their businesses optimally. Ultimately, volatilities are unavoidable, and internal organisational strength determines success in trying times. Riding on a legacy of 150 years, at Mobil, we are prepared to manage and over come such momentary hindrances. Can you brief us on your offerings for the construction equipment/industrial range? We have developed a range of advanced lubrication solutions for the construction industry. The Mobil Delvac 1TM ESP 5W-40 is a high-performance synthetic heavy duty diesel engine oil that helps extend engine life while providing the long-drain capability for diesel engines used in harsh environments. Additionally, the Mobilube TM 1 SHC 75W-90 is a fully synthetic, high-performance commercial gear lubricant for heavy-duty manual transmissions and rear axles where operations require lubricants with excellent load-carrying capability. It was designed to withstand various operating temperatures, extreme pressures, and shock loading. Similarly, the Mobil grease XHPTM 460 Series greases offer strong chemical stability, ensuring protection against rust and corrosion and good stickiness and structural strength. These are a few of our many diverse options for India’s growing construction industry.

How does lubrication ensure energy efficiency, reliability, and long-term protection for industrial equipment?

Mobil is bringing the best of its worldwide innovation to the Indian market, meeting its requirements for energy efficiency and business productivity. For example, the Mobil DTE 10 Excel TM Series lubricants reduce energy use and boost equipment performance. These products have demonstrated increased hydraulic efficiency by up to 6 percent, resulting in less energy being used by mobile and industrial equipment*—additionally, designed to perform under the harshest conditions. The Mobil’s range of high-performance anti-wear hydraulic oils, the Mobil DTETM 20 Ultra Series hydraulic oils, lowers maintenance frequency and minimises man-machine interaction, making the site safer for industrial workers. The development of the construction industry depends not only on choosing the most advanced lubrication options but also on intelligent servicing options like oil monitoring and analysis. The Mobil Serve SM Lubricant Analysis (MSLA) program combines services that provide reports, analyses, and solutions to help professionals make the most effective business decisions—limiting unscheduled downtime, equipment repair, and productivity loss. It has an intuitive interface that makes account management and equipment monitoring easier.

How far is R&D critical for lubricant businesses?

Innovation in lubrication manufacturing heavily depends on research and development (R&D), especially in formulating high-performance speciality products for niche markets, emphasising energy-efficient lubricants, which are essential. Mobil focuses on critical application criteria like high temperature, extreme pressure, low temperature, and long-life lubrication to lower production costs and boost profitability. Pioneering innovation in technology and lubricant manufacturing, Mobil has taken a deeper dive into understanding the evolving demands of the industry based on data collected through its digital oil monitoring program—thus effectively ensuring superior equipment performance and overall profitability.

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