Lubricity Improvers for Low Sulfur Fuels
Prevent Engine Wear. Extend Equipment Life. Comply with Emission Regulations.
Why does Lubricity Matter in Today’s Fuels?
With evolving global fuel emission standards such as IMO 2020 and Euro VI norms; refiners are required to produce ultra low sulfur diesel (ULSD) and low sulfur marine fuels. While this helps reduce air pollution, it also removes naturally occurring lubricating compounds like sulfur, which are essential to protect fuel system components.
The result? Poor lubricity can cause:
Poor Lubricity
Premature wear of fuel injectors and pumps
Increased Friction
Increased friction in engine parts
Reduced Life
Reduced fuel system life
Higher Costs
Higher maintenance and replacement costs
The result? Poor lubricity can cause serious engine problems. That’s where Rodanco’s Lubricity Improvers come in to restore and enhance lubricating properties in low sulfur and alternative fuels.
Rodanco Lubricity Improvers: Engine Protection Starts Here
Rodanco provides a high performance range of lubricity additives specifically engineered to restore and enhance fuel lubricating properties in low sulfur, biodiesel, marine, and alternative fuels. Designed for effectiveness at low treat rates, these additives are available in both acid based and ester based chemistries to meet diverse regulatory and operational requirements.
Key Benefits
Protects Fuel Systems
Reduces metal to metal contact in injectors and pumps, minimizing wear and extending equipment life.
Fuel Compatibility
Suitable for ULSD, biodiesel blends, marine fuels, and specialty distillates.
Performance Compliance
Improves lubricity to meet or exceed international HFRR standards (ASTM D6079 / EN ISO 12156).
Cost Effective Dosing
Delivers consistent performance at low treat rates.
Flexible Chemistry Options
Acid and ester versions available for compatibility with different fuel systems and materials.
Applications
Rodanco lubricity improvers are widely used in diesel, off road, marine, and biodiesel fuel formulations to ensure optimal engine protection and smooth operation across varied fuel types.
Why Choose Rodanco?
High performance wear protection across fuel types
Efficient and economical dosing
Broad compatibility with modern low sulfur and alternative fuels
Supported by expert technical guidance and fuel testing
Application Areas
Rodanco’s Lubricity Improvers are suitable for:
Refinery blending and finishing
Fuel terminals and logistics hubs
Marine fuel bunkering (IMO 2020 compliant)
Off road diesel and biodiesel distributors
Multi product pipelines requiring lubricity correction
Technical Performance Backed by Testing
Rodanco’s Lubricity Improvers are suitable for:
High Frequency Reciprocating Rig (HFRR) – ASTM D6079 / EN ISO 12156
Ball on Cylinder Lubricity Evaluator (BOCLE) – ASTM D5001
Compatibility checks with metal surfaces and elastomers
Customized lab support for treat rate optimization and blending validation
Frequently Asked Questions
What are lubricity improvers and why are they needed for low sulfur fuels?
Lubricity improvers are fuel additives that restore lubricating properties removed during desulfurization. Global emission standards like IMO 2020 and Euro VI require ultra-low sulfur diesel, which removes naturally lubricating sulfur compounds, causing premature wear of fuel injectors and pumps, increased friction, reduced fuel system life, and higher maintenance costs.
How do Rodanco lubricity improvers protect fuel system components?
Rodanco lubricity improvers reduce metal-to-metal contact in injectors and pumps, minimizing wear and extending equipment life. Available in acid-based and ester-based chemistries, they deliver consistent protection at low treat rates across ULSD, biodiesel blends, marine fuels, and specialty distillates.
What performance standards do Rodanco lubricity improvers meet?
Rodanco lubricity improvers meet or exceed HFRR standards per ASTM D6079 and EN ISO 12156, and Ball on Cylinder Lubricity Evaluator (BOCLE) per ASTM D5001, with compatibility checks for metal surfaces and elastomers and lab support for treat rate optimization.
In which applications are Rodanco lubricity improvers used?
Rodanco lubricity improvers are used in refinery blending and finishing, fuel terminals and logistics hubs, marine fuel bunkering for IMO 2020 compliance, off-road diesel and biodiesel distribution, and multi-product pipelines requiring lubricity correction.
Are Rodanco lubricity improvers compatible with biodiesel and alternative fuels?
Yes. Rodanco lubricity improvers are broadly compatible with ULSD, biodiesel blends, marine fuels, and specialty distillates. Both acid and ester versions are available for compatibility with different fuel systems and materials.
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