Shell Lubricants Introduces Expert Oil Analysis Service to the Philippines’ Fastest-Growing Industries

Amid an ever-evolving economic landscape, industries are actively seeking practical solutions to enhance efficiency and sustainability. One of the most rapidly evolving sectors is the transportation industry. As a developing country, the Philippines’ transport needs have surged, prompting the Department of Transportation (DOTr) to initiate 160 projects in 2024, 73 of which are among the government’s 198 flagship infrastructure projects.

To meet this growing demand, Shell Lubricants has introduced Shell LubeAnalyst, a comprehensive oil condition monitoring service designed to ensure the optimal performance of fleet engines and machinery lubrication systems. Shell LubeAnalyst aims to reduce downtime, lower costs, and potentially extend equipment life. Celebrating its 110th year in the Philippines, Shell is demonstrating its commitment to delivering world-class products and services to Filipino businesses and consumers.

Kerchieval Balingit, Services Manager of Shell Lubricants Philippines, emphasizes the impact of this innovative service: “By identifying potential oil or equipment issues before they become critical, LubeAnalyst helps businesses increase uptime, enhance productivity, and ultimately achieve their operational goals. This game-changing solution caters to a wide range of industries, irrespective of the brand of oil they currently use.”

Shell LubeAnalyst offers a predictive maintenance package that leverages data insights to analyze equipment conditions and predict maintenance needs. This package includes equipment-based diagnosis, technical support from Shell lubricant experts, comprehensive oil condition monitoring, and a user-friendly digital platform for generating reports and insights.

Bernabe M. Hernandez, Jr., Maintenance Manager of Victory Liner, one of the largest bus transportation companies in the Philippines, shared their success story with Shell LubeAnalyst. Faced with challenges of downtime and high oil change demands, the company collaborated with Shell to test six different bus units. The goal was to extend the oil drain interval beyond 10,000 km. After a three-month trial, Victory Liner’s fleet achieved extended drain intervals, surpassing 20,000 km between oil changes. Through strong collaboration with Shell’s technical advisers and the use of Shell LubeAnalyst for comprehensive evaluation, the company significantly improved its operational efficiency.

This commitment to innovation underscores Shell Lubricants’ position as an industry leader, delivering value-added solutions that drive growth. Industries that can benefit most from this service include general manufacturing, construction, power, and many others.

Shell LubeAnalyst integrates seamlessly with Shell’s suite of lubricant services, such as Shell LubeChat, an AI-powered digital tool providing 24/7 lubricant advice; the Shell LubeCoach training program delivered by technical experts; and the Shell LubeMatch oil selector, which matches your equipment to the right oil.

As the No. 1 global lubricants supplier for 17 years in a row, Shell leverages its extensive expertise in oil condition monitoring across 46 countries. Shell’s global network of accredited laboratories ensures consistent, high-quality service benchmarked against industry standards. Their extensive historical database, processing over 750,000 samples annually, offers invaluable insights into equipment performance.

To discover how Shell LubeAnalyst can transform your operations, visit Shell Lubricants for Business and experience the future of lubrication management.