High Performance Energy Conserving
Biobased Lubricants
Renewable Lubricants, Inc.476 Griggy Rd., PO Box 474
Hartville, OH 44632Voice: 330.877.9982 Fax: 330.877.2266
www.renewablelube.com
Great Lakes Boat Captain’s Association&
Great Lakes Association of Science Ships
January, 24 2007
Why Biobased?• 2002 Farm Bill (Economic Security)• Renewable, recyclable• Biodegradable• Food Grade• No Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC's)• Fire Resistant• Energy Efficiency =Super High Viscosity Index• Excellent Lubricity
Why Renewable Lubricants?• Performance equal or better than petroleum-based at
similar cost
• Performance of synthetic at lower cost
• Excellent High and Low Temperature Performance• Wide Range of Viscosities
RLI: Who Are We?• Renewable Lubricants (RLI) is the world’s leader in
biobased lubricant technology. RLI is the only company in the world that has Worldwide Patented Biobase Products that directly replace petroleum lubricants.
• Since 1991 RLI has pioneered this field with both government and industrial support.
• Today, RLI offers of full line of high performance lubricants with well-documented field successes.
• Expertise in R&D and application knowledge.
• RLI has Proven to the World our High Performance Products
• “Biobased Lubricants that Perform Like Synthetics.”
Biobased and Renewable(Green)
• Green is Hot • Green makes
sense
Legislation• Two Executive Orders in 1998 and 1999
Promoted the use of Renewable and Biobased Products by all Government Agencies
• Farm Security and Rural Investment Act (2002)• Procurement Program (designated Items)• Agency Promotion Program• Annual Review and Monitoring of Plan
• As a Result, Federal Agencies are Required to Buy Biobased Products to the Maximum Extent Practicable, Provided:• Products are Available• Meet Performance Standards• Reasonable Priced / Best Value
Pentagon DoD
Pictured l-r are: Dep. Sec. of Defense, Gordon England; Sec. of Agriculture, Mike Johanns; Senator Richard Lugar R, Indiana; Representative Marcy Kaptur D Ohio and Senator Thomas Harkin D, Iowa.
Biobased Products-Enhancing DOD’s Mission, Protecting The Environment Sept 12-13, 2006
Why RLI ?
Advantages Over Competition:Improved Oxidation Stability
Improved Cold Temperature Performance
Ability to Formulate Many More Products
More Price Competitive
Ability to Prove High Performance Technology
Full Service Product Line
Compatible with most Petroleum & Synthetic Lubricants
Renewable Lubricants Products Perform!
Rotary Bomb Oxidation Test @ 1500C (ASTM D-2272): A Comparative Study of Hydraulic Fluids Over Time
17.6
26
27
27
30
35.2
102
165
177
190
200
260
237
540
359
0 100 200 300 400 500 600
AU-F 68 Biobased
Commercial Biobased B
Cargill (Biobased)
LZ Canola Biobased A
C-130 FG Mineral Oil
UTF-T 46 (Biobased)
Synthetic Ester
FR -H Biobased ISO 68
Biobased Polyolester
LZ Biobased/Synthetic Polyolester
Petroleum AW Hyd Oil C
Petroleum AW Hyd Oil B
Bio-HVO2 FR ISO 46 (Biobased)
Bio-Ultimax 1000 ISO 68 (Biobased)
Bio-Ultimax 2000 ISO 32 (Biobased)
Oxidation Time, Minutes
Renewable LubricantsPetroleum BasedOther Biobased
Renewable Lubricants Products Perform!
Renewable LubricantsPetroleum basedOther BiobasedUnknown base oil
Rotary Bomb Oxidation Test (ASTM D-2272): A Comparative Study of Hydraulic Fluids Over Time
17.6
26
27
27
30
35.2
102
165
177
190
200
260
237
540
359
0 100 200 300 400 500 600
Fuchs Plantohyd 68 Biobased
Commercial Biobased B
Cargill (Biobased)
LZ Canola Biobased A
Castrol 130 FG Mineral Oil
Terresolve UTF 46 (Biobased)
Synthetic Ester
Houghton Biobased ISO 68
Quaker Oil Biobased Polyolester
LZ Biobased/Synthetic Polyolester
Petroleum AW Hyd Oil C
Petroleum AW Hyd Oil B
Bio-HVO2 FR ISO 46 (Biobased)
Bio-Ultimax 1000 ISO 68 (Biobased)
Bio-Ultimax 2000 ISO 32 (Biobased)
Oxidation Time, Minutes
Renewable LubricantsPetroleum BasedOther Biobased
PPD (2%) Viscosity 0C Pass / Fail
Cargill/ Fuchs
Solidified
Solidified
1948 cps2730 cps
RLI 1791 cps3438 cps
-25-30
PassPass
-25
Lubrizol Commercial
-25 Fail
Fail
RLI -25-30
PassPass
RLI - MRV Cold Weather SuperiorityHydraulic Fluid
Hydraulic Cold Static Test -200 CFormula # Result Comments
Northern Iowa Hydraulic Fluid (ELM)
Fail - 1 day Solid < 12 hrs.
AgroManagement AMG 2000
Fail - 1 day Solid < 24 hrs.
Mobil EAL 224 Hydraulic FluidMobil EAL 224 Hydraulic Fluid
Fail - 22 days 5 % - ice crystals formed
Fail - 60 days 95% solidified
RLI Bio-32 Hydraulic Fluid
Pass-90 days Liquid (clear)
Energy Conserving Formulas
ENERGY CONSERVING FORMULATIONS WITH RESERVE FLUID VALUE
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Temperature (C)
Visc
osity
(cSt
)
Conventional Gear O il ISO 220 VI 96 5105.26 1907.2 820.96 397.34 212 122.71 76.05 49.93 34.42 24.72Bio-Syn EP Gear ISO 220 VI 179 1826.58 931.3 514.6 304.48 191 125.98 86.76 62.03 45.81 34.8
0 C 10 C 20 C 30 C 40 C 50 C 60 C 70 C 80 C 90 C
Energy Conserving Formulas
ENERGY CONSERVING FORMULATIONSWITH RESERVED FLUID VALUE
0255075
100125150175200225250275300325350375400425450475500525550575600625
Temperature (C)
Visc
osity
(cSt
.)
Conventional Hyd 46 VI 100 Vis 575.87 257.48 130.22 72.8 44.17 28.67 19.68 14.14 10.56 8.15 6.46 5.24 4.34
Conventional Hyd 46 VI 100 5%Reduction in Vis
555.92 246.58 124.04 69.11 41.85 27.13 18.61 13.37 9.99 7.71 6.12 4.97 4.12
Bio-Ultimax 1000 ISO 46 VI 195 Viscosity 281.42 160.5 98.29 63.91 43.7 31.18 23.08 17.62 13.81 11.08 9.07 7.55 6.39
Bio-Ultimax 1000 ISO 32 VI 186 Viscosity 200.02 114.47 70.5 46.15 31.8 22.87 17.06 13.13 10.37 8.38 6.91 5.79 4.93
0 C 10 C 20 C 30 C 40 C 50 C 60 C 70 C 80 C 90 C 100 C 110 C 120 C
Why RLI Biobased?
Proven High Performance: Army TACOM• Four years of Development of Biobased DOD
Hydraulic Fluid for M1 Tanks & Howitzers– Refer to Letter From CTC July 29, 2004 (Product Data Book)– RLI Passes Grueling, Demanding Military Specifications
• Fire Resistant• Biodegradable• Meets –600 C Pour Point (Cold Weather Performance)• Very High Oxidation Stability (High Temperature
Performance)– RLI finished on top out of 30 Companies – More testing to be completed– RLI Will Move to Field Study for the DOD– Hydraulic Sales to DOD 31 Million Gallons
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance: Navy Seals
Submersible• Testing for Bio-Ultimax 1000 Hydraulic Fluid
ISO 32 for Navy Submarine Advanced Seal Delivery System Replacing MIL-PRF-17672D
– Northrop Grumman requested samples– RLI Passes Grueling, Demanding Navy Military Specifications
• Pass - Out Gas Test for Diver Safety• Approved by Navy Medical – Non Toxic• Pass - Biodegradable• Improved High & Low Temperature Fluidity• Exceeds Oxidation Requirements in RBOT of 174 minutes
– Navy Requested Pricing for future Purchasing– This Product will be issued a NSN (National Stock Number
Why RLI Biobased?
Proven High Performance: Navy Seals Submersible
• Testing for Bio-Ultimax 1000 Hydraulic Fluid ISO 32 for Navy Submarine Advanced Seal Delivery System Replacing MIL-PRF-17672D
Navy ASDS and Fleet
• Replace Hydraulic Fluid in submersible fleet– Environmental Issues in applications over water– Present lubricant (Castrol 130) is toxic to divers
• Solution: RLI Bio Ultimax 1000 ISO 32 Hydraulic Fluid– Environmentally Friendly, Biodegradable– RLI Passes Grueling, Demanding Navy Military Specifications
• Pass - Out Gas Test for Diver Safety• Approved by Navy Medical Non Toxic• Pass - Biodegradable
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
Seven years of Superior Performance at Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore wins the White House Closing the Circle Award using RLI Products
Why RLI Biobased?
Proven High Performance:
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
BMW Oracle Racing Team www.bmworacleracing.com
Bio Ultimax Hydraulic Steering Fluid that is formulated exclusively for BMW-Oracle Racing. The hydraulic steering system was designed by
PWS Motion Control. www.pwsdirect.com
Why RLI Biobased?
Bio Ultimax Hydraulic Steering Fluid that is formulated exclusively for BMW-Oracle Racing.
Why RLI Biobased?
Bio Ultimax Hydraulic Steering Fluid that is formulated exclusively for BMW-Oracle Racing.
Why RLI Biobased?
Sails are stored below deck. This is where the Bio-Ultimax pays off!
“Nothing separates the men from the boys during extreme competition such as the regattas leading up to the 07 America's Cup”. And, I wanted to share with RLIRLI an interesting report I received from the field using the specially formulated, low foaming, high performance BioBio--UltimaxUltimaxfluid that you formulated exclusively for BMWOracle Racing.
BMWOracle has constructed one of two of their 07 Cup boats. Their chief hydraulic fabricator technician and boat builder Rolf Engleberts, had called me about converting from their MIL SPEC 83272 fluid to the special BioBio--UltimaxUltimax. And, I reviewed the flushing procedure with him. Two days later Rolf called me and said they changed out the old fluid to the Bio UltimaxBio Ultimax overnight without telling the sailing team.
After the day of racing, the sailing team returned to port asking Rolf "what did you do to the hydraulic system?" Rolf replied, "what do you mean”? The grinders and pumpers all noticed less frictional operation. When Rolf told them that all he had done was to change out the fluid to the BioBio--UltimaxUltimax special formula - they could not believe it. As a foot note, I was also told that any time they spilled the BioBio--UltimaxUltimax such as in changing out a fitting. it was very easy on the hands too. Reported to be almost like a hand lotion.....but very easy to clean up. I share with you this comment because the MIL SPEC oils have a notorious reputation of eating up the sails stored under deck and are difficult to clean up do to their wicking characteristics.
The BMWOracle Team thanks RLIRLI for your good work. We hope that BMWOracle Racing will bring back the Cup to where it rightfully deserves.....the USA! Signed: Phil Emmons, PWS Direct Inc.
BMW Oracle Racing Team “Report”
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
RapidHydra Fluids Subsea Drilling in the Gulf of Mexico- Using Bio Ultimax 1000 ISO 68 Hydraulic Fluids
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance: Smith International
using Bio Rock Drill Oils ISO 20W60. Saving the environment and having excellent results.
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
California. Bio-Ultimax 1000 ISO 46 High Performance Hydraulic Fluid is used to lubricate the gangways at the Berth 93 Port of Los Angeles the home of the Love Boat. www.pwsdirect.com
Port of Los Angeles Gangway is Lubricated with RLI Bio Ultimax 1000 Hydraulic Fluid
Berth 93 is capable of berthing three of the most modern cruise ships in the world simultaneously and accommodate the largest mega ships currently sailing.
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
The Tehachapi Reservoir in California. Bio-Ultimax 1000 ISO 46 High Performance Hydraulic Fluid is used to open the reservoir gates when performance is critical. Parker OEM www.pwsdirect.com
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
NOAA won the DOE Leadership Award for the First Petroleum Free Federal Vehicle using RLI Biobased Products throughout.
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
NOAA won the DOE Leadership Award for the First Petroleum Free Federal Vehicle using RLI Biobased Products throughout.
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
NOAA Ship Nancy Foster Oceanic Research (Atlantic)All Hydraulic Systems on board using Bio-Ultimax 1000 Hydraulic Fluids. Over 1100 gallons.
Humpback with NANCY FOSTER - Look closely and you can see the tag.
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
NOAA Ship Nancy Foster Deck Equipment A-Frame Type: Appleton Marine, Inc.
Vertical Clearance: 23ft Max Load: 25,000 lbs Type: Electrohydraulic
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
NOAA Ship Nancy Foster Deck Equipment
EM Winch: 01 Deck
J-Frame: Type: ElectrohydraulicLifting Capacity: 5,000 lbs
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
NOAA Ship Nancy Foster Deck Equipment AFT Deck Crane Type: North American Crane
Max Length: 35ft Lifting Capacity: 2,325 lbs
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
The Great Lakes Towing Company in the great lakes is Making the Change to RLI Bio Lubricants in the Tug Boats
Why RLI Biobased?Proven High Performance:
Cheboygan MI lock slides lubricated with RLI Lubricants
Why RLI Biobased?
Proven High Performance:USDA Agricultural Research Center at Beltsville MD wins the Closing the Circle Award using RLI Products in 380 Equipment & Vehicles using RLI Bio-Products
Why RLI Biobased?
Proven High Performance:USDA Agricultural Research Center at Beltsville MD Tour Bus Power by B-20 and fully lubricated by RLI Bio-lubricants, Hydraulic and Engine oils
Why RLI Biobased?
Proven High Performance:• RLI’s Engine, Transmission, and Differential
Fluids have lubricated Mark Thomas’ 3500 HP racer to 6 IHRA World Championships.
.
Mark Thomas6 Time IHRA World Champion Alcohol Funny Car
Sponsored by Corn Growers Association
SAE 70 Corn Engine Oil -- SAE 75W140 Corn Oil Gear Oil SAE 10 Corn Based Transmission Fluid
Why RLI Biobased?Kent State University thru PARTA is Using RLI Biobased Fuel
Additives in Service Fleet
Bio-Power PerformsPortage Area Transit Authority (Kent, Ohio) Taking advantage of the excellent products and great
prices!
PARTA gained over 10% fuel efficiency resulting in more than $50,000 in savings per year!
PARTA testing shows significant reduction in engine wear!
BioBio--Power Diesel Fuel ConditionerPower Diesel Fuel Conditioner“Solves The Problems With Ultra Low Sulfur
Diesel Fuel”
◆ Improves Fuel Economy (4.1% to 13.6%) and horsepower (up to 5.6%)
◆ Reduces Exhaust Emission (up to 42% less black smoke)
◆ Provides approved EPA standards for world class “Premium Diesel” injector cleanliness, lubricity, and stability
◆ Bio-Power Winter formula protects against low temperature gelling and icing
◆ Less than $ .01 to treat per gallon of fuel when purchasing Bio-Power by the drum
◆ Improved drive ability, reduced combustion noise, longer component life, and reduced operating costs
Why RLI Biobased?“REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITIES”“REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITIES”
BIOBASED FLUIDS PERFORMBIOBASED FLUIDS PERFORM
Renewable Lubricants, Inc.476 Griggy Rd., P.O. Box 474, Hartville, Ohio USA 44632
Voice: 330.877.9982 Fax: 330.877.2266
www.renewablelube.com
Copyright 1999, by Renewable Lubrican ts, Inc.
"Biobased Lubricants that Perform Like Synthetics"
PARTA gained up to 10% fuel efficiency as a result of using Bio-PowerTMFuel Conditioners to clean up the carbon deposit problems on the injectors in in their 72 v ehicle fleet, as a result PARTA could
see over $50,000 in sav ings on fuel costs this year. PARTA’s exhaust emissions have also been significantly reduced resulting in a more friendly env ironment for their riders.
Testing has shown that the use of this Biobased technology results in an av erage gain of 4.1% to 13.6% fuel efficiency depending upon the size and type of engine being used.
Bio-PowerT M Performs / PARTA Leading the W ayPortage Area Regional Tran sit AuthorityPortage Area Regional Tran sit Authority (Kent, Ohio) Taking adv antage of Outstanding
Biobased Lubricant Performance
BioBio--PowerPowerTMTM Diesel Fuel Diesel Fuel Conditioner Conditioner
“Solves The Problems With Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel Fuel”
◆ Improves Fuel Economy (4.1% to 13.6%) and horsepower (up to 5.6%)
◆ Reduces Exhaust Emission (up to 42% less black smoke)
◆ Provides approved EPA standards for world class “Premium Diesel” injector cleanliness, lubricity, and stability
◆ Improved drive ability, reduced combustion noise, longer component life, and reduced operating costs◆ Less than $ .01 to treat per gallon of fuel when purchased by the drum
◆ Bio-Power Winter formula protects against low temperature gelling and icing
• Renewable Lubricants is an Ohio Manufacturer w/over 120 Biobased Fluids
• Not all Biobased Fluids are the same, Independent Testing Confirms RLI Bio-Fluids co nsistently outperform the others time and again
• Biobased Fluids Perform and Protect Your Environment while Extending the Life of Your Equipment
Why RLI Biobased?
Bio-PowerTM Performs / PARTA Leading the WayPortage Area Regional Transit AuthorityPortage Area Regional Transit Authority (Kent, Ohio) Taking advantage of Outstanding Biobased Lubricant
Performance
““REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITIESREGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITIES””BIOBASED FLUIDS PERFORMBIOBASED FLUIDS PERFORM
PARTA gained up to 10% fuel efficiency as a result of using Bio-PowerTM Fuel Conditioners to clean up the carbon deposit problems on the injectors in in their 72 vehicle fleet, as a
result PARTA could see over $50,000 in savings on fuel costs this year. PARTA’s exhaust emissions have also been significantly reduced resulting in a more friendly environment for
their riders.
•Renewable Lubricants is a Manufacturer w/over 120 Biobased Fluids
•Not all Biobased Fluids are the same, Independent Testing Confirms RLI Bio-Fluids consistently outperform the others time and again
•Biobased Fluids Perform and Protect Your Environment while Extending the Life of Your Equipment
Why RLI Biobased?Benefits of Bio-Hydraulic & Bio-Trans Fluids
•Energy conserving
•Zinc-free additive systems
•Proven field performance
•Environmentally non-toxic, Ultimate Biodegradable)
•Meets or exceeds pump requirements (J20C –J20D, J14A)
•Extremely low volatility increases flash and fire safety features
•Compatible with Petroleum Based Hydraulic Fluid“YES YOU CAN TOP FILL”
Why RLI Biobased?Bio-Penetrating Lubricant (BPL)
"Biobased Lubricants that Perform Like Synthetics"
A specially formulated, ultimately biodegradable1 penetrant that can be used as a light lubricant. Because of the super high viscosity index of the HOBS, this product performs in many applications. BPL’s patented composition of additives and base fluids provides a protective, thin film lubricant. This natural oily film has shown in laboratory and field tests to outperform petroleum base oils in terms of natural lubricity. BPL is formulated to penetrate into close tolerant areas, then lubricate, and prevent corrosion. BPL’s ability to creep is demonstrated by placing a 3/8” x 2” bolt on its head with ¼” of BPL in the bottom of a lab beaker; BPL creeps vertically up the threads. It protects deep into the core of a cable or chain link and is excellent as a light air tool lubricant and preservative oil for parts. BPL contains no VOCs, displaces moisture, and provides a high dielectric (47 kV ASTM D-887) insulating property in electrical equipment. This product has exceptional benefits over petroleum oils in these applications because there is direct danger of polluting the water, soil, or work environment through loss of the petroleum lubricant. Applications - Military - Industrial - Transportation - Marine - Agricultural
Tools Machine Tools Bearings Bolts Jacks Assembly Parts Wire ropes Chains Dies Shafts Hinges Firearms Locks Linkage Cables Air Valves Air Tools Typical Data
Specific Gravity @60OF. ASTM D-287 .88 Viscosity @40OC., cSt. ASTM D-445 15.4 Flash Point, PMCC ASTM D-93 295OF (146OC) Pour Point (Rotational) ASTM D-5985 -30OC Four Ball Wear ASTM D-2266 .40 mm
Copper Corrosion Prevention ASTM D-130 1A Rust Prevention ASTM D-665
Distilled Water Pass-Clean Synthetic Sea Water Pass-Clean
Why RLI Biobased?
Awards• Beltsville MD Agricultural Research
Center– 2001 Winner of White House Closing the Circle
Award “Team Biodiesel”– 2002 Winner of White House Closing the Circle
Award Using RLI Biobased Lubricants
• Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore– 2002 Winner of White House Closing the Circle
Award Environmental Award for using RLI Biobased Products
White House Closing the Circle (CTC) Awards recognizes outstanding achievements of Federal employees and their facilities for efforts which resulted in
significant contributions to or have made a significant impact on promoting environmental stewardship.
RLI Test Vehicle At USDA in DC Earth Day
1999 Ford Turbo DieselSAE 15W40 HO Soybean Formula
Over 100,000 miles with Soybean Oil in Engine
• Government/GSA/DLA- Department of Interior
• Bureau of Land Management• National Parks
- Department of Agriculture• Forestry
- Department of Defense- Department of Energy- Department of Transportation- State and Local government
• Including city, county, township, and village
• State and city parks
•Aerospace•Heavy Industrial•Food Processing Industry•Agriculture•Marine•Mining•Construction •Retail Consumer
RLI MARKETING
MARKET/COMMERCIALIZATION & R&D PARTNERS
DOD, USDA, DOI, DOE (Grants)United Soybean Board (Grants)Lubrizol (In-Kind)
Chevron Phillips Chemical (Cash & In-Kind)Dow Agro Sciences LLC (Cash & In-Kind)Ohio Soybean Council (Grant)Michigan & Virginia Soybean (In-Kind)Cenex/Land O’ Lakes CHS (In-Kind)Ohio Corn Growers (Grant)CTC (In-Kind)Battelle (Cash)Universities (In-Kind)
Bio Ultimax Hyd & Gear Oil Benefits
ProductName Biobased Eco-Non
ToxicBiodegradable Renewable Super
High VI
USDA Food Grade
OSHAISO-14000Complian
t
Bio- Food GradeHydraulic Oil
YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
Ultimax 1000Hydraulic Oil
YES YES YES YES YES NO YES
Bio-Gear Oil YES YES YES YES YES NO YES
ConventionalMineral Oil Group 1
NO NO NO NO NO NO NO
ConventionalMineral White Oil
NO ?? NO NO NO YES NO
Bio Penetrant Benefits
ProductName
NO VOC’s
Eco-Non-Toxic
BiodegradableFlammable
CombustibleAnti-Wear
OSHAISO-
14000Complian
t
USDA
Food Grad
e
BiobasedRenewabl
e
Plastic &
Rubber
BPL FG YES YES YES NO YES YES YES YES Good
BPL YES YES YES NO YES YES NO YES Good
LPS-1 NO NO NO YES NO NO NO NO Poor
LPS-2 NO NO NO YES NO NO NO NO Good
WD-40 NO NO NO YES NO NO NO NO Poor
