Exol Lubricants, the UK’s largest independent lubricants manufacturer, has announced significant cost savings and environmental benefits thanks to the implementation of Advanced Liquid Product Recovery (Pigging) Technology from HPS Product Recovery Solutions.
This strategic move has seen Exol save up to 50,000 litres of product every day at its Rotherham blending plant, while also streamlining production processes and enhancing sustainability efforts.
Pigging technology, which uses a specialist projectile called a “pig” to recover residual liquid product in pipelines, has proven to be a game-changer for Exol. By recovering up to 99.5% of product that would otherwise be lost during transfers, the company has been able to significantly reduce waste and cross-contamination risks.
Peter Elgar, Executive Chairman at HPS, highlighted the impressive impact the technology has had for Exol:
“HPS pigging technology has delivered outstanding results for Exol, recovering up to 50,000 litres of product daily. The streamlined process has also accelerated loading times by as much as 50%.”
Prior to implementing pigging technology, Exol faced challenges with product loss and cross-contamination during the transfer of lubricants between storage, blending, and packaging. By working with HPS to install multiple pigging systems, the company has been able to significantly reduce these issues and improve overall efficiency.
In addition to the cost and efficiency benefits, pigging technology has also supported Exol’s commitment to environmental responsibility. By minimizing waste and reducing the need for cleaning chemicals, the company has been able to lower its carbon footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.
Looking ahead, Exol is considering expanding the use of pigging technology across other areas of its operations, building on the success and significant results already achieved.
HPS Product Recovery Solutions, founded in 1995, specializes in liquid product recovery technology. With offices in the UK, US, and Australia, the company has helped manufacturers around the world increase yields, reduce waste, and achieve significant environmental benefits. To learn more about the success story of pigging technology for lubricants, visit www.hps-pigging.com.
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