Full range of rust preventatives ideal for automotive, shipment, storage and general industrial applications

Zwijndrecht, 1 May 2001. A range of powerful rust prevention products is available from Valvoline, one of the largest independent oil companies in the world. Used for over 75 years in over 100 countries, in industries such as automotive, shipping, transportation and offshore, the range has become synonymous with quality and effectiveness, and includes many products which are multi-functional, providing anti-wear and lubricating properties as well as corrosion protection.

Developed from the company's own research programme, Valvoline's TECTYL range of products utilises almost every type of preservation process, from thin, clear coatings to heavy duty wax and black bituminous products. Formulated from modified petroleum derivatives, TECTYL protective coatings exhibit a strong adhesive affinity towards metal surfaces, forming an active polar-binded rust preventative barrier. Because industrial applications generally involve more than just preservation, many TECTYL products have been developed to include resistance to moisture, lubrication and anti-wear properties. This multi-functional aspect of the products means that they can be used for dual purposes, such as temporary storage and running-in.

Among specific industries where TECTYL offers major benefits is the storage and shipment sector, where the range offers treatments designed for many applications, ranging from light machinery during shipping to long-term heavy-duty protection for bridges, tanks, silos, container chassis and offshore constructions, as well as trucks, buses and railway cars. The range also contains products which are particularly suitable for the automotive and shipping sectors, in applications such as paint preservation during shipment, as well as vehicle and container underbodies. There is also a number of waterborne rust preventatives designed for conditions where products with a high solvent content are not permitted for environmental, health or safety reasons.

Valvoline Europe
Valvoline Europe, headquartered in The Netherlands, is a leading manufacturer and supplier of high performance automotive, commercial and industrial lubricants and aftercare products. Today, the Valvoline Family of Brands includes Valvoline (SynPower, MaxLife, DuraBlend, ProFleet, All Fleet, Turbo V) Eagle One and Tectyl. Established in 1866, Valvoline is a division of Ashland Inc. the product and service solution provider for highway construction, chemical and thermoplastic distribution, speciality chemicals, motor oil and car care products.

For more information contact Jos Noordover, Valvoline EMEA, Pesetastraat 5, 2991 XT, Barendrecht, The Netherlands.
Tel: +31 (0) 10 497 5000 Email: jnoordover@ashland.com