VGP BioMarine Range
The VGP BioMarine Grease Range was developed with a unique grease thickener technology to create unparalleled levels of performance and stability.
VGP BioMarine range - VGP compliant marine greases & lubricants
The inherent environmental properties of our new BioMarine range allow the greases to exceed the EPA’s requirements meaning they are VGP Compliant.
The range, including multi-purpose, extreme pressure and sprayable greases, offers:
- Measurably higher stability across a wide temperature range versus traditional greases.
- This leads to consistency across all seasons and climates eliminating the need to change grease grades as conditions change.
- 75% to >90% renewable content, reducing carbon footprint and increasing sustainability
- No potentially eco-toxic additives which might leach out over time and concentrate in the environment
- Good inherent EP – there is no risk of incompatibilities and no compromise between EP and other performance properties
- Excellent inherent anti-wear
The Vessel General Permit Regulation (VGP)
The Vessel General Permit Regulation 2013 mandates the use of an Environmentally Acceptable Lubricant (EAL) for many applications, primarily where discharge to or contact with seawater is likely. The EPA defines an EAL as not being sheen forming; containing at least 75% readily biodegradable components, with the remainder being non bio-accumulative; and meeting aquatic toxicity EC50 levels of at least 1000mg/l, tested against algae, arthropods and fish. The BioMarine grease formulations have been assessed according to test methods OECD301B, OECD201, OECD202 and OECD203, and we therefore certify that they are EALs.
Technical product information
| Product | Application | Temperature Range | Download TDS |
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BioMarine EP |
High load bearing |
-40°C to 120°C |
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BioMarine MP |
Multi-purpose |
-40°C to 120°C |
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ClareGuard BioMarine WR |
Wire Rope Dressing Lubricant |
-15°C to 80°C |
Download our marine lubricants brochure
Our range of marine greases are designed to protect equipment used in marine applications that are subject to challenging operating conditions where there is a greater risk of corrosion from salt water and wear through varying temperatures.
