Rail

In April 2021, Shell announced the successful formation of Shell & Whitmore Reliability Solutions, LLC

, a 50:50 joint venture between Whitmore and Shell. Whitmore is a leading provider of reliability products, high-performance greases, friction modifiers, rail lubrication equipment, and lubrication management systems whose Industrial product offering complement Shell. Shell & Whitmore Reliability Solutions, LLC combines both businesses’ respective strengths to offer multi-sector expertise; advanced equipment technologies and services; and an integrated product portfolio that meet the unique needs of companies engaged in rail and mining. In due course, existing Shell and Whitmore websites dedicated to Mining and Rail will lead visitors to the new Shell & Whitmore Reliability Solutions, LLC. website.

An effective lubrication program can help drive operational efficiencies and lower operating costs. As a leader in innovation and technology, Shell continually improves its products and services to help deliver savings and efficiencies to your business in five key areas:

Improved Fuel Economy

The contribution of wheel flange lubrication could mean substantial fuel savings for the railroad.

Reduced Maintenance Costs

Proper grease selection helps to reduce friction and wear, which can contribute to decreasing rail repairs.

Increased Equipment Life

Extending the life and value of your equipment means your rail line can generate more revenue across it's lifetime.

Reduced Complexity

We offer a complementary two-grease solution, wide transition windows and effective range.

Safety

A healthier rail proﬁle means less track time to deliver, thus reducing physical risk for the railroad.

Shell Gadus Rail S3 Wheel Flange Greases help to deliver better asset health and operational efficiency

Key benefits of Shell Gadus Rail S3 Greases:

Two complementary greases that are compatible and can be admixed without concern by the track supervisors and staff
High mobility performance in artic ambient temperature conditions
Maintains column strength and track transition under high ambient temperature conditions
Maintains a low coefficient of friction on the track for long distances from the trackside lubricator

Shell Rail Solutions

Shell delivers effective top of rail and rail curve lubrication to improve asset health and operational efficiency.

Learn about our GadusRail S3 Greases (PDF, 8 MB)

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