Issue 2 - Spring 2016

Broughton Lubricants and Castrol

Partners in Performance since 1979

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The new location is still in the same industrial estate, and a mere stones throw away from our last premises, so you can still easily find us.

The new warehouse is almost double the size of the last facility, 8,800 ft² of warehouse floor space with racking from floor to ceiling. It also boasts a fantastic amount of office space, 3,000 ft², compared

to 800 ft² of office space in the previous unit. There is now plenty of space for reps visiting, plus a large meeting room which can hold 30 people!

The new premises also has a purpose built trade counter, where our customers can come and ask for advice on oils and lubricants, and can wait in comfort while their order is prepared. The signage within

We are extremely pleased to have moved into new premises!

FEATURE - NEW PREMISES

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For further information on the vast range of products now available from us visit www.broughtonlubricants.co.uk

Or call:

03300 555109 for automotive enquiries 03300 555655 for industrial enquiries

Following our honour of receiving Castrol Ambassador Status in 2012, we have since become Castrol Automotive distributors in early 2015, which means our stock holding requirement has become far greater. During 2015, we also become Castrol Energy distributors (see page 7), so the necessity for space is even more crucial.

the reception area will represent that of a Castrol branded independent workshop, so for any independent workshop customers who are considering taking on the Castrol Plus package, you can see just what it will look like for yourself.

If you’re around the Preston area then please call in and say hello, it would be great to see you!

Look out for details of our open day, you’ll be able to come in and speak to one of our Technical Sales Engineers or a Technical Advisor from Castrol, and get a free Castrol T-shirt!

Castrol Product Updates…

The streamlining of product names and relabelling products has sometimes had an adverse effect and caused a delay in despatching products once they have been produced. The implication of this has been occasional delays in lead times and getting products to customers. During these instances we have, and always will, keep customers informed, as and when we get updates and information from Castrol.

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Another major change to product labelling in 2015 has been the reclassification of certain products for GHS. This is part of the United Nations (UN) Globally Harmonised System (GHS) of classification and labelling of chemicals. It will harmonise the different laws globally that control how chemicals are classified, labelled and how their safety data sheets are written.

Unfortunately the reclassification of some of the products means, even though the product formulations have not changed, they are now reclassified as hazardous. This has repercussions for the transportation of the products and the goods will now have to go with a different courier company who are able to transport hazardous goods.

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During 2015 Castrol have been making a number of changes to product names. This has been to streamline their portfolio of products globally, which will help to improve the product production, packaging and ordering processes with Castrol.

Any questions please call the office on

03300 555655 or email sales@broughtonlubricants.co.uk for further information.

This regrettably will have an impact on cost of carriage of these goods, but full information and costs will be given with any enquiry or order.

Cast Iron Machining:

Castrol has a wide range of soluble coolants with excellent corrosion protection properties to meet your cast iron machining requirements, including the new:

Castrol Hysol SL35 XBB – a low oil product specifically designed to be used whist machining cast iron and low to medium alloyed steels

Aluminium Machining:

Two new products now become part of a wide range of coolants suited to the machining of aluminium, these are:

Castrol Alusol SL51 XBB – although a multi metal product, high levels of lubricity allow this product to excel when machining aluminium. Extreme bio-stability (sump life) and excellent tool life extension characteristics are benefits that need to been seen to be believed.

Castrol Alusol SL61 XBB – another multi metal product, however tailored to the demands of harder to machine materials such as those found in aerospace alloys. Think of this as Alusol SL 51 XBB with a turbo!

Ferrous Alloy Machining:A new flagship multi-metal product completes the line up for this years coolant launch:

Castrol Product LD 0090 SC – still known by its development name, Product LD 0090 SC, is hot off the press. This product is a true high performer, combining the lubricity of an Aluminium specific coolant and the extreme pressure performance of a high-alloyed steel coolant. If you are looking for a single product to give the highest performance over a range of different materials look no further!

If you would like to speak to one of our technical team about any of our product and their applications please don’t hesitate to call us! 03300 555 655

New Metalworking SolutionsFour new soluble metalworking fluids coming to the range offer a chlorine, boron and biocide free option for improved health and safety compliance.

All new grades have been designed to cope with the varied water conditions unique to the UK, all offer unprecedented levels of stability as well as high performance.

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Broughton Lubricants will now be stocking the range of Castrol products suitable for these industry applications.

Working with a new partner, we will be expanding our range of services into this market. Check out our website for news and updates.

ENERGY SECTOREXPANSION

For further information please call

03300 555655 or email

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Broughton Lubricants are now Castrol Power Generation DistributorsDue to our continued commitment to Castrol we are extremely proud to announce that we have been selected as the Castrol Power Generation distributor for the UK.

This adds to our portfolio of Castrol products which we distribute throughout the UK, and further strengthens our relationship with Castrol.

An extensive range of products, for companies producing power services by:

• Coal fired• Gas fired (CCGT)• Nuclear• Wind • Oil powered• HydroAlso, waste to energy, biomass and wave.

Castrol’s Motorcycle Range

Castrol’s world-renowned motorcycle engine oils deliver outstanding performance and protection for every motorcycle and scooter.

Consumer preference

• 1 in every 5 litres of Motorcycle Oil sold in Britain is Castrol

• 75% of bikers prefer or insist on Castrol• Over half of bikers say Castrol Power 1

is their preferred choice

If you would like to receive a copy of the Castrol Motorcycle Guide then please call to request your copy- 03300 555109 or email sales@broughtonlubricants.co.uk

We also sell a range of Castrol motorcycle oils, brake fluid, transmission fluid, chain oilsand fork oils

PRODUCT RANGE

Meet the Team….We have two new starters at Broughton Lubricants who joined the team in 2015.To strengthen the Industrial team in South East of England, we have;

The new team member in the Automotive division is;

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Focus on.…The Team

Jason joined the company in July 2015. Jason’s automotive experience spans from motor factors through to manufacturing, his most recent role was as a Territory Manager, working closely with motor factors, distributors and national account management.Jason is a member of Bury Golf Club and a season ticket holder at Bolton Wanderers.

Howard joined the company in July 2015, as a Technical Sales Engineer Howard has over 40 years experience in the sale of all types of industrial lubricants, including Metal Pre-treatment Chemicals, and has worked at BP, Castrol, and Q8 Oils. Howard deals with technical enquiries, and visits customer sites.He is a keen football player, and also plays the drums in a local band.

Jason Walton (Auto Account Manager)

Howard Orson (Technical Sales Engineer)

We’re pleased to announce that John Williams has extended his employment, and will be with the Broughton Lubricants for another 2½ years. John has been threatening to retire for he last 6 years, but just doesn’t want to stop. I hope I have his energy at that age!He is a dedicated and valued member of the team and we’re all very glad he’s decided to continue to work with us.

John Williams - (Technical Sales Engineer)

If you would like to hear about any vacancies or are interested in joining the Broughton Lubricants team, then please email ian@broughtonlubricants.co.uk with a copy of your up to date CV.