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Tuesday, August 2, 2016
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Chevron Introduces High Performance Caltex Delo® Engine Oil Product for the South African Market
Providing superb protection in both high & low sulphur diesel fuel environments
Cape Town, South Africa, August 1, 2016 – Chevron South Africa today announced the launch of its latest premium diesel engine oil – Caltex Delo® 400 MGX SAE 15W-40. The advanced revolutionary formulation constitutes a higher specification, and is specially designed to meet the local market requirements and will be produced and distributed from our local Lubricant Manufacturing Plant in Durban, Kwa-Zulu Natal. This improved formulation will benefit both new and older diesel engines, thereby helping customers to utilise just one heavy duty engine oil that operates efficiently in both high and low- Sulphur fuel environments.
Leonard J. Badal Jr – Global Commercial Brands Manager, who is responsible for the Delo® brand and product line strategy for Heavy Duty Diesel Engine Oils, Coolants, Greases, and Automotive Gear Oils within Caltex’s family of Lubricants, says, “Given the fact that the South African region has a mix of high and low-Sulphur diesel ranges from 5000ppm to 50ppm, we felt the need to emphasise the unique proposition of our premium Delo® product range. The launch of the Caltex Delo® 400 MGX demonstrates Chevron’s commitment to providing customers with innovative products that maximize performance and minimise operating costs, while keeping their diesel equipment running reliably.”
Chevron’s Delo® product range includes lubricants and coolants that provide premium protection, performance and bottom-line value for on- and off-road diesel-powered equipment. These products are found in all major industries such as commercial transportation, construction, mining, agriculture, and power generation.
Delo’s industry-leading lubricants have logged a million kilometres and countless hours providing superior protection to diesel engine parts so vehicles and equipments operate smoothly. Caltex Delo® 400 MGX has been thoroughly tested to show its performance capability in neutralising harmful acids and retaining its alkalinity in extended-drain operations in both high and low-Sulphur diesel fuel environments.
“Our Delo® Brand has improved significantly with the introduction of our new Delo® 400 MGX, geared towards building confidence in our SA Lubricants offering to meet the ever demanding working conditions. Delo® 400 MGX is positioned to supersede the demands of our customers and business partners for their high and low- Sulphur equipment needs. This will be across all Equipment segments in SA, Delo® with its Isosyn® Technology has continuously exceeded the latest API and OEM specifications. With Delo® 400 MGX our business partners during this tough economic environment, can continue with peace of mind, knowing their equipment uptime, reliability, reduced downtime and very importantly, reduced operational costs has a One Product Solution” says Fabian Magerman, Area Sales Manager Southern Africa.
Caltex Delo® 400 MGX with ISOSYN® Technology
Chevron uses ISOSYN® Technology to formulate its top-tier Delo® products, combining premium base oils with high performance additives with our formulation expertise to provide superb protection for diesel engine parts — at a competitive value. This new advanced formula Caltex Delo® 400 MGX SAE 15W-40 provides excellent soot dispersancy, as well as wear protection and sludge control to guard against loss of engine life and help reduce oil consumption.
Caltex Delo® 400 MGX SAE 15W-40 also has the added advantage of a single fleet oil, thereby, reducing the need for multiple diesel engine oils. The new product is specifically developed to help meet emissions regulations as well as adheres to OEM (original equipment manufacturer) requirements and performance specifications of the local market.
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