Supported by ExxonMobil’s global network of lubrication engineers, chief engineering managers, application experts, customer service engineers and R&D scientists, L.F. Powers translated complex chemical data and was able to

• Identify root causes: The analysis detected early fuel dilution issues that were degrading engine oil viscosity.
• Take proactive action: By identifying the issue early, O&G scheduled targeted repairs, preventing costly coolant and fuel leaks before they could lead to catastrophic engine failure.
• Realize a significant business impact: This system audit extended equipment service life, minimized maintenance downtime and unlocked nearly $349,000 in potential annual savings.

Three real-world operational solutions
Here’s how the strategic alignment between L.F. Powers Co., Inc. and O&G solved specific on-site challenges, demonstrating how the right distributor partner optimizes both performance and the bottom line:

1. Pinpointing protection (Bridgeport, Conn.): O&G Industries, Inc.’s Sennebogen material handler was tasked with unloading high-stress barge shipments at the port which was experiencing poor pin life. To improve both pin life and equipment reliability, L.F. Powers Co., Inc. advised them to switch from using Mobilgrease XHP™ 462 to Mobilith SHC™ 1500. This ongoing trial of the lubricant has improved both pin life and equipment reliability.
2. Cutting grease frequency in half (New Milford, Conn.): Severe working conditions at O&G’s material handlers were experiencing reduced pin life due to poorly performing lubricant. To remedy this, L.F. Powers Co., Inc. suggested using Mobil Centaur™ XHP 462 Mine. As a result, O&G Industries, Inc. simultaneously saw fewer pin failings and reduced labor, while lowering equipment costs and cutting daily greasing in half.
3. Correcting hidden engineering faults (Torrington, Conn.): O&G’s asphalt plant was registering excessive oil viscosity levels and poor heat transfer from their oil analysis reports, with no understanding of the root cause. After working with the customer and original equipment manufacturer (OEM) to audit the system, L.F. Powers Co., Inc. discovered the system's valve configuration was incorrectly set up. This caused the oil to overheat, which resulted in increased oxidization and viscosity. Once the fix was implemented, O&G Industries, Inc. was able to use less oil to maintain equipment reliability and saw reduced operating costs.

A future built on collaboration
Distributors play a critical role not only in connecting with the people and companies that rely on Mobil products, but also in helping customers solve important equipment and business challenges — and O&G Industries, Inc. is a great example. For 40 of the 70 years L.F. Powers Co., Inc. has partnered with ExxonMobil, they have worked closely with O&G Industries, Inc., successfully delivering construction services and solutions to a variety of projects across the Northeast.

We look forward to continuing our collaboration with both companies, along with our many other distributors and customers across North America.

This success story is based on the experience of a single customer. Actual benefits will vary depending on factors such as vehicle / engine type, driving style and diesel fuel previously used.