The cost of
ash from oil
Despite the positive effects of reducing harmful emissions with
Tier 4 Final equipment, adoption can mean incurring new and
often hefty costs for businesses. Incombustible metallic oil
additives from today’s engine lubricants are contributing heavily
to ash clogging in the DPF—and businesses are paying the price.
Top 5 ways your
DPF is currently
costing you
From reduced fuel efficiency to more maintenance to increased downtime,
chances are your clogged DPF is costing
you in more ways than one.
Today’s 1% low-ash oils aren’t low enough
Oil specifications have changed over time to keep up with lower-emissions demands but
have not specifically addressed improving the performance of aftertreatment systems. The
percentage of ash-forming metallic additives in oils was limited to a maximum of 1% with the
introduction of API CJ-4 specs in 2006, and this maximum has remained at 1% under the API
CK-4 standard, introduced in 2016. Unfortunately, it’s still not low enough to maximize
the lifespan of the DPF, meaning the technological advancement of aftertreatment systems
has outpaced today’s lubricants. Until now.
An innovation in lubrication
technology is here
Discover the engine oil designed to combat DPF clogging, protect
your engine and your aftertreatment system.
