LUBRICANTS
FUCHS Lubricants protects high-value assets in heavy-duty operations In industries where machinery reliability determines productivity, cost, and competitiveness, lubrication is far more than a consumable. Juanita Pienaar spoke with Gregory Tarr, Application Engineers Manager at FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA, to understand how advanced lubricant formulations contribute directly to uptime, longevity, and lower total cost of ownership across mining, construction, and industrial sectors.
Not just lubricant, but a strategic tool Heavy-duty equipment in South Africa is exposed to some of the harshest operating conditions anywhere in the world - extreme
temperatures, dust-laden environments, heavy shock loads, long duty cycles, and constant pressure to perform. For operators in mining, construction, material
handling, and industrial applications, unplanned downtime can rapidly translate into significant losses. It is within this context that lubrication becomes a strategic tool. As Gregory Tarr explains, FUCHS develops lubricants “tailored for mining, construction, and industrial applications where shock loads, water ingress, and dust are common,” ensuring reliable performance and long-term protection. Tarr emphasises that the right lubricant does not merely reduce friction, it fundamentally shapes equipment lifespan, availability, and overall operating cost. Building uptime from the inside out According to Tarr, the foundation of equipment reliability begins with protection
FUCHS develops lubricants tailored for mining, construction, and industrial applications where shock loads, water ingress, and dust are common.
Gregory Tarr, Application Engineers Manager at FUCHS LUBRICANTS SOUTH AFRICA.
CAPITAL EQUIPMENT NEWS DEC '25 - JAN 2026 20
Made with FlippingBook flipbook maker