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Products for construction

A successful construction operation needs seamless integration across all moving parts. From engines and hydraulic system to greased components and transmissions, identify the best lubricant for each application across your job site with Shell Lubricant Solutions.

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Hydraulic oils

Shell Tellus hydraulic oils for:

  • Avoiding decrease in power and efficiency
  • Prevention of deposit build-up
  • Longer oil life
  • Wear protection
  • Protection of seals against stick-slip2

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Diesel engine oils

Shell Rimula engine oils for:

  • Increased fuel savings
  • Better protection against engine wear
  • Longer oil-drain intervals
  • Cleaner pistons
  • Supporting compliance with evolving emissions regulations3

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Greases

Shell Gadus greases for:

  • Mechanical stability
  • Oxidation control
  • Water washout resistance
  • Wear protection
  • Long grease life4

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Transmission system

Shell Spirax gear oils for:

  • Prolonged component life
  • High-torque applications
  • Fewer oil changes
  • All-temperature, all-season performance5

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Shell PANOLIN Lubricants for Construction

Shell PANOLIN EAL lubricants are suitable for use in environmentally regulated applications1 while supporting reliable equipment operation. Explore our portfolio of products with a biodegradability profile2.

1 Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL 46 is particularly suited for applications mandating Ecolabels and compliance with US EPA 2013 VGP requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants.

2 All Shell PANOLIN lubricants biodegradability claims are substantiated by a biodegradability profile based on component-based test data and support by product-level test data when required. Example: At least 87% w/w of Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth 46 components are readily biodegradable, achieving a passing result of ≥60% according to OECD 301B and meets the requirements of EN 17181:2019, a modified OECD 301B-based test method for determining the aerobic biodegradation of fully formulated lubricants.

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Our products in action: Shell Gadus

With a fleet of excavators and loaders operating in extremely harsh conditions, learn how Shell Gadus S2 V220AD 2 helped a construction company extend equipment life and improve stability.

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1 All data is derived from tests in laboratories of Shell Lubricant Solutions or partners using accepted standard methods. For more product specific information, please visit www.epc.shell.com for more details.

2 For further information please review the Shell Tellus Product Family Brochure.

3 For further information please review: https://www.shell.com/motorist/oils-lubricants/rimula-truck-heavy-duty-engine-oil/dynamic-protection-plus-technology.html.

4 For further information please review from the Shell Gadus Product Family Brochure.

5 The Shell Spirax range of axle, gear and automatic transmission fluids has been developed to enable drivers, fleet owners and operators to select the oil that will deliver optimum value to their operations through enhanced wear protection, long oil life and efficiency. For further information please review Shell Spirax Product Family Brochure.