INDUSTRIAL LUBRICANTS BUILT FOR FOUNDRIES AND STEEL MILLS

Protect critical equipment. Reduce unplanned downtime. Move from reactive repair to predictive reliability.

From the radiant heat of the electric arc furnace (EAF) to the shock loads of the rolling mill, every component in your operation is pushed to its limit. Standard lubricants weren't built for this. They oxidize early, form varnish and break down under thermal stress, quietly draining your overall equipment's effectiveness long before a bearing fails.

AMSOIL Industrial partners with your maintenance team to deliver data-backed lubrication programs powered by advanced synthetic chemistry. We help you neutralize the biggest profit killers in metal production: thermal oxidation, varnish and contamination.

THE FIVE CHALLENGES WE SOLVE

Challenge	What It Costs You	How We Help
Extreme heat	Faster oxidation, varnish, lubricant breakdown	Thermally stable synthetics that hold viscosity
Heavy loads & shock	Scuffing, micropitting, gear wear	High-film-strength EP gear oils
Fire risk near hot metal	Catastrophic safety incidents	Fire-resistant hydraulic fluids
Water, scale & dust	Shorter oil life, damaged components	Filterable, contamination-tolerant formulas
Precision automation	Inconsistent robot motion, cycle-drift	Greases engineered for repeatable movement

THE RIGHT LUBRICANT FOR EVERY HIGH-STAKES ASSET

Fire-Resistant Hydraulic Fluid for Furnaces, Ladles and Casters

A hydraulic leak near hot metal can become a fire in seconds. AMSOIL Industrial ULTRA GUARD Fire-Resistant Hydraulic Fluid uses polyolester technology for superior shear and thermal stability — with no vapor-pressure concerns — and is readily biodegradable for a safer plant and ecosystem.

Synthetic Extreme-Pressure Gear Oil for Mill Drives & Gearboxes

Rolling mill gearboxes endure shock loading, vibration and elevated temperatures. AMSOIL Industrial EP SERIES-S Synthetic Extreme-Pressure Gear Oil protects gear teeth against micropitting, scuffing and wear, helping extend gearbox life under severe load.

Gear & Bearing Oil to Control Varnish and Contamination

AMSOIL Industrial GB SERIES Synthetic Gear & Bearing Oil is built for high-temperature stability and excellent filterability. It protects yellow metals and conditions seals to reduce chronic leakage in older equipment.

Robot Grease for Foundry Automation & Precision Motion

High ambient heat can cause many robot greases to harden or separate. AMSOIL Industrial TRIBOLUBE VG-0 Synthetic-Blend Robot Grease resists thermal degradation over extended service intervals and keeps robotic joints moving with precise, repeatable accuracy.

AMSOIL TRIBOPOLY 100-2 EM Blue for Continuous Mill Operation

Designed for demanding industrial environments, AMSOIL Industrial TRIBOPOLY 100-2 EM Blue provides excellent mechanical stability, water resistance, and oxidation protection. Its durable formulation helps maintain proper lubrication and protect electric motor bearings from contamination, even in challenging steel mill applications.

WHAT STEEL MILL DOWNTIME ACTUALLY COSTS

Unplanned stoppages in a hot strip mill or continuous caster typically range from $5,000 to more than $50,000 per hour in lost production, before adding "hidden" costs like reheating cold slabs, emergency labor and damaged capital equipment.

Every hour of reliability you buy back goes straight to the bottom line.

YOUR FOUR-STEP RELIABILITY IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

A clear, low-disruption path from reactive maintenance to predictive reliability:

• Thermal & Process Evaluation — Our engineers audit your heat zones and fire-risk areas to identify where lubricant failure is hurting OEE.
• Impact Quantification — We calculate total cost of ownership: downtime, energy waste and oil change-outs.
• Optimized Chemistry Selection — We match AMSOIL Industrial lubricants to your specific equipment (Danieli, SMS Group, Primetals and more) for full seal compatibility.
• Continuous Optimization — We set up an oil analysis schedule, so wear particles and oxidation are caught before they cause a stoppage.

WHY FOUNDRY & STEEL LEADERS CHOOSE AMSOIL INDUSTRIAL

• Experience: Decades of field-tested synthetic lubricant performance in metal production environments.
• Expertise: Application engineers who specialize in EAFs, casters, hot/cold mills and robotic cells.
• Authoritativeness: Lubricants engineered specifically for OEM-aligned equipment from Danieli, SMS Group and Primetals.
• Trustworthiness: Transparent oil analysis reporting, biodegradable fire-resistant chemistry and a measurable reliability roadmap.

PROOF OF PERFORMANCE

AMSOIL Industrial Synthetic Power Transmission EP Gear Lube helped a Midwest customer reduce gearbox repairs and maintenance costs by an estimated $3.8 million over 10 years while controlling micropitting wear and extending oil life up to 11 years. Learn more.

RESOURCES

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Expertly formulated to reduce equipment wear, minimize downtime and boost operational efficiency.

BUILD A MORE RESILIENT OPERATION

If your team is constantly reacting to burnout failures, it's time for a different approach. AMSOIL Industrial brings the engineering expertise to stabilize your floor — and your workday.

Take the first step today:

Schedule a free reliability audit or contact our team by filling out one of the forms.

No obligation. No generic sales pitch. Just a tailored conversation about your equipment and your goals.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT STEEL MILL & FOUNDRY LUBRICATION

What is the best lubricant for a steel rolling mill gearbox

A synthetic extreme-pressure gear oil like AMSOIL Industrial EP SERIES-S, engineered to resist micropitting and scuffing under shock loading and high torque.

Why use fire-resistant hydraulic fluid in a foundry?

Standard mineral oils can ignite if they leak near furnaces or ladles. Polyolester-based fluids like AMSOIL Industrial ULTRA GUARD reduce fire risk and are biodegradable.

How much does steel mill downtime cost per hour?

Industry estimates range from $5,000 to more than $50,000 per hour, excluding hidden costs like slab reheating and emergency labor.

Are AMSOIL Industrial lubricants compatible with Danieli, SMS Group and Primetals equipment?

Yes, we match chemistry to your specific equipment architecture for full seal compatibility and operational synergy.

How do I start a reliability program with AMSOIL Industrial?

Begin with a free thermal and process evaluation. Our engineers identify where lubricant failure is affecting OEE today.