Vickers Oils has a range of VGP compliant products which have been approved by various OEMs for use in controllable pitch propellers (CPPs) where there is potential for fluid loss to the environment to occur.

ECOSURE HSE and BIOGEAR XP provide excellent equipment protection, superior thermal stability, exceptional oxidation resistance and good anti-wear performance under severe conditions.

Our range of environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs) for this application are based on fully saturated synthetic esters and meet the detailed ecological definitions and requirements laid down in Vessel General Permit (VGP).

Products typically used in this application include ECOSURE HSE 32, ECOSURE HSE 46, ECOSURE HSE 68, ECOSURE HSE 100, BIOGEAR XP 68, HYDROX BIO 100 and HYDROX BIO 150. For further information please use the following link to contact us and provide some further background information to enable us to provide some specific advice.

NEOX DT can be used for the lubrication and protection of the CPP hub unit where mineral grease packing is required and where sea water, fresh water or condensation moisture may occur.