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TESTIMONIAL: POWER GENERATION

ALAF ACHIEVES 3,900+ HOURS OF OIL DRAIN INTERVAL

TESTIMONIAL: POWER GENERATION

ALAF ACHIEVES 3,900+ HOURS OF OIL DRAIN INTERVAL

Aluminium Africa Limited (ALAF) in Tanzania exceeded its power generation targets and maintained uninterrupted manufacturing operations with technical guidance and support from the Caltex team.

Aluminium Africa Limited (ALAF) in Tanzania exceeded its power generation targets and maintained uninterrupted manufacturing operations with technical guidance and support from the Caltex team.

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PROOF OF PERFORMANCE

PROOF OF PERFORMANCE

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EXCEEDED OIL DRAIN INTERVAL TARGET

By switching to HDAX® 9200 SAE 40, ALAF surpassed its 2,000-hour ODI target, reaching 3,900 hours while maintaining stable engine performance and continuous power for operations.

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COMPREHENSIVE TECHNICAL SUPPORT

The LubeWatch® Oil Monitoring Services delivered consistent monitoring, superior BN retention, and effective wear-metal control, helping ALAF optimise engine protection over extended intervals.

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REDUCED DOWNTIME & COST

Through extended oil life, lower oil consumption, and reduced filter changes, ALAF recorded savings of up to US$33,000 while minimising operational disruptions.

INDUSTRY

Power Generation

 

COMPANY

Aluminium Africa Limited (ALAF), a leading steel and roofing manufacturer in Tanzania

 

LOCATION

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

 

APPLICATION

Gas engine

 

EQUIPMENT

INNIO Jenbacher

J 612 Type GS, aluminium piston engine

 

INDUSTRY

Power Generation

 

COMPANY

Aluminium Africa Limited (ALAF), a leading steel and roofing manufacturer in Tanzania

 

LOCATION

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

 

APPLICATION

Gas engine

 

EQUIPMENT

INNIO Jenbacher

J 612 Type GS, aluminium piston engine

 

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THE CHALLENGE

 

ALAF required a dependable lubricant partner to ensure uninterrupted power for its manufacturing facility. Its modern Jenbacher gas engines are designed for low oil consumption and must meet a 2,000-hour ODI to maintain efficiency and avoid costly downtime.

 

OUR SOLUTION

 

HDAX 9200 Low Ash Gas Engine Oil delivers strong deposit control, excellent oxidation and nitration resistance, and longer oil and filter life, helping protect ALAF’s Jenbacher engines under continuous operation.

THE CHALLENGE

 

ALAF required a dependable lubricant partner to ensure uninterrupted power for its manufacturing facility. Its modern Jenbacher gas engines are designed for low oil consumption and must meet a 2,000-hour ODI to maintain efficiency and avoid costly downtime.

 

OUR SOLUTION

 

To optimise engine performance and extend service life, the Caltex advisory team recommended an integrated solution built to increase maintenance intervals and strengthen long-term reliability.

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HDAX 9200 SAE 40
 

 

LUBEWATCH OIL MONITORING SERVICES

 

DELO XLI CORROSION INHIBITOR PREMIXED

HDAX 9200 Low Ash Gas Engine Oil delivers strong deposit control, excellent oxidation and nitration resistance, and longer oil and filter life, helping protect ALAF’s Jenbacher engines under continuous operation.

The LubeWatch programme provides clear visibility into engine condition, helping ALAF identify the optimal oil-drain interval, select the right lubricants, and proactively manage performance.

The water-based, low-toxicity, nitrite-free Delo XLI Corrosion Inhibitor Premixed supported better cooling system reliability, ensuring accurate concentration and consistent protection.

With the support of Clarke Energy and Caltex team, ALAF maintenance team has seen a doubling in our ODI from 2,000 hours to 3,900 hours. This has given us tremendous savings with an added advantage that we have full visibility on the performance of the oil through the Caltex Lubewatch programme. We rely on our in-house electricity production and performance reliability is very important to us.

Vishal Patel, Electrical Maintenance Manager

Aluminium Africa Limited (ALAF)

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