Shell PANOLIN ecofriendly nontoxic biodegradable products
Reducing environmental impact without compromising performance
High-performance ecofriendly nontoxic biodegradable lubricants help customers to manage their product-related sustainability needs while protecting their equipment and the ecosystem they operate in. Many Shell PANOLIN products carry ecolabel certifications.
Shell PANOLIN Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EAL) are designed with these challenging conditions in mind - as well as the longer oil life and performance needed for use in industrial applications.
Reduce total cost of ownership by selecting biodegradable lubricants and monitor their condition with Status Oil Analysis. Change oil on condition, extend lubricant life and enhance equipment performance, all while reducing environmental impact.
Benefits
In our Shell PANOLIN range, we offer Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EAL) products designed to provide excellent equipment protection in harsh conditions:
Biodegradable
Over 60% breakdown within 28 days (according to OECD 301 B standard).
Environmentally Friendly
No bioaccumulation and minimal toxicity, reducing environmental impact.
Extended Oil Change Intervals
Shell Panolin is a long-life product with case studies demonstrating maintenance intervals up to 20,000 hours with condition monitoring.
Cost Savings
Lower maintenance and replacement costs due to longer operational life and reduced oil consumption.
Reduced CO2 Emissions
Less oil consumption and longer oil change intervals contribute to a lower ecological footprint.
Excellent Performance
Suitable for extreme pressures and temperatures, with reliable performance in low-temperature conditions.
Applications
Shell PANOLIN S4 performance lubricants are designed to run equipment without compromise. These lubricants extend oil life compared to unsaturated ester-type fluids, resulting in cost savings, reduced environmental impact and increased machine productivity.
Hydraulics
Biodegradable hydraulic fluids for multiple hydraulic applications and viscosity requirements. Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth 32, 46 and 68 are Bosch Rexroth approved biodegradable hydraulic oils designed to help equipment operate without interruptions. There are multiple examples of lifetime filling, as longer oil drain intervals mean less being produced, purchased and disposed of.
Greases
Improve system efficiency, extend equipment service life and drive your productivity with the Shell PANOLIN biodegradable greases. Shell PANOLIN greases maintain and improve system efficiency under the harshest working conditions.
Gears
Protect your gearbox components from wear and contamination, to drive reliable equipment operations. Increase productivity with effective lubrication so that your equipment meet its capabilities and performs at optimal efficiency.
UTTO Fluids
Shell PANOLIN Biofluid ZFH is a readily biodegradable universal tractor transmission oil (UTTO) with good thermal ageing stability.
Stern Tube
Shell PANOLIN S4 Stern Tube Fluid EAL 100 is a non-emulsifying synthetic fluid specially developed for use in stern tubes. Manufactured from fully saturated esters, it gives excellent lubrication performance whilst being readily biodegradable with low toxicity. It is classified as an Environmentally Acceptable Lubricant (EAL) and holds the EU Ecolabel.
Engine Oil
Engine oils based on saturated synthetic esters for the latest diesel engines Euro 4 ,5 and 6 Engines. Actual effects and benefits may vary. For more detailed information on each product and range please see the technical datasheets.
Construction
Forestry
Marine
Marine
Mining
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1. Hydraulic Systems
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth (or EAL) 46, 68, 100
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68
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2. Gears
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear (or EAL) 150
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2. Final drive and axles
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear RS 80W90
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3. Automatic greasing systems
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL V120P 2
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4. Pivot points
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL V320 2
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5. Heavy duty diesel engine
Shell PANOLIN Biomot LX 10W-40
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1. Hydraulic Systems
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth (or EAL) 46, 68, 100
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68
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2. Transfer boxes
Rear & front bogie casings/planetaries
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear (or EAL) 150
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3. Rear & front axle wheel bearings
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL V120P 2
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4. Central lubrication systems
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL V120P 2
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4./5. Pin and bush
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL V320 2
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5. Winches
Shell PANOLIN Wire Rope 320
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6. Heavy duty diesel engine
Shell PANOLIN Biomot LX 10W-40
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1. Windlasses and winches
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL A600P 1.5 .
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68 .
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL 46, 68 .
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear EAL 68, 100, 150
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2. Thrusters
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear EAL 68, 100, 150 .
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL 46, 68 .
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68 .
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL A600P 1.5 .
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL V120P 2
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3. Stabilizers
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL 46, 68 .
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68 .
Shell PANOLIN S4 Stern Tube EAL 100 .
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear EAL 68
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4. Propeller shaft seal and stern tube
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear EAL 68, 100, 150 .
Shell PANOLIN S4 Stern Tube EAL 100
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5. Fair leads, stern roller, rudder
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL A600P 1.5 .
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL V120P 2
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6. Ramps, hatches and doors
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL 46, 68 .
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68
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1. Lifeboats
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL A600P 1.5
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2. Cranes
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL 46, 68
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL A600P 1.5
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3. Doors
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL 46,68
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68
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4. Jacking systems
Shell PANOLIN S4 Grease U68AP
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear EAL 68, 100, 150
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5. Winches
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear EAL 68, 100
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth EAL 46, 68
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68
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1. Hydraulic Systems
Shell PANOLIN S4 HLP Synth (or EAL) 46, 68, 100
Shell PANOLIN S2 Hydraulic DU EAL 46, 68
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2. Gears
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear (or EAL) 150
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2. Final drive and axles
Shell PANOLIN S4 Gear RS 80W90
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3. Standard bearings
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL V120P 2
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3. Pin and bush
Shell PANOLIN S5 Grease EAL V320 2
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4. Heavy duty diesel engine
Shell PANOLIN Biomot LX 10W-40
The Myths
There is a misconception that biodegradable lubricants are not suitable for use with equipment and machinery. Here are three of the most common myths behind this.
"Biodegradable lubricants are in trial phase and not ready for widespread use."
Biodegradable lubricants are ready for use across a range of applications and have undergone continual development to meet evolving standards for more than 40 years.
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"All biodegradable lubricants are equal."
The basestocks (esters) used to formulate biodegradable lubricants make a difference to a customer's oil drain interval (oil life):*
* Rivera, “Minimising stern tube failures starts with the right EAL”
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"Readily biodegradable lubricants fall apart on contact with water."
Biodegradable lubricants are able to match conventional products for hydrolytic stability*
* Shell PANOLIN biodegradable hydraulic lubricants pass Swedish Standard 155434 tests and protocol.
Download the PERFORMANCE factsheet