Proven Success

Independent Stevedoring Ltd’ found that the life of the ropes has been increased. ‘Prolan Lanolin Lubricant’ has also been an effective protection for the twitches and tie down ratchets. - Glen / Independent Stevedoring

Esbjerg Havn Port is one of the largest in Denmark handling 2/3rds of the countries truck transport cargo. This port has 40yrs of experience in the oil and offshore oil industries. Esbjerg Port was first introduced to Prolan by a forklift supplier in Denmark who had corrosive issues on forklifts exposed to the harsh North Sea weather conditions. - Port of Esbjerg

DESMI is a world leading pump supplier who design and manufacture pumping systems including offshore oil skimmers. The company founded in 1834 has a worldwide distribution network, and is well known in the marine, shipping and oil industry as a pump supplier for high performance pumps. These pumps perform well in a variety of applications from extreme, aggressive cold environments to fire-fighting systems in hospitals, smaller buildings and military-army applications worldwide. The fight against corrosion and electrolysis is a continuous issue in these situations and DESMI are always looking for better solutions. DESMI’s team leader ‘Mr. Ajs Dam’ when introduced to PROLAN could immediately see the benefits in using one product that could act as a corrosion inhibitor, electrolysis barrier, anti-seize and lubricant. - Desmi Pumps Denmark

'Wintech AS is a Danish company - one of the leading companies in Europe specializing in the repair and maintenance of small to medium sized wind turbines. ' Where the wind power really started to prosper and expand all over the world'. They have skills and knowledge to completely overhaul gearboxes, generators, hydraulic and electrical systems, which are the heart of these machines. The turbines are subject to corrosion from an extreme salt water environment . Wintech has solved the problem by using Prolan products - the Heavy Grade is sprayed on steel surfaces during maintenance and installation. Prolan is non-conductive to 70 Kv and can be safely used around the electrical components on the wind turbine systems. The Prolan grease is an excellent anti-seize enabling bolts to be undone years later. 'Wintech' have seen the huge difference Prolan has made expecially on wind turbines located offshore. For this reason all subcontracted installation teams are asked to use Prolan during re-installation of the wind turbines - Prolan Stops Salt Water Corrosion

In October 2011 the cargo ship Rena ran aground on the Astrolabe reef 15 miles off the coast of Port of Tauranga, New Zealand. This ships grounding created one of the worst environmental maritime disasters in New Zealand history. 1300 tonnes of heavy fuel oil and 1700 containers have to be removed. To remove the containers ‘PB Seatow’ set up two large crawler cranes on a large barge that could be moved in close around the shallow waters of the wreck. These cranes would then lift the containers off the wreck and on to a waiting ship to be transported back to Tauranga. This operation would take somewhere between 6 months to 2 years and during this time the two cranes would be exposed to the harse salt water conditions and corrosion. Solution Coat the cranes with ‘Prolan Heavy Grade Enduro’ to form a protective lanolin wax barrier on the steelwork and wire ropes. This would ensure the cranes remain in good condition and service for when they are returned to life back on land. Prolan is a natural barrier and therefore creates an environmentally friendly solution and can be re-applied while out at sea if necessary. The advantage of the ‘Prolan Heavy grade Enduro Liquid’ is: An easy to use biodegradable product that is a safe alternative for the environment where protection of our oceans and marine life has now become a global issue. The lanolin does not evaporate off or break down and lasts for long periods even when exposed to the extreme environments. Results It is anticipated that the cranes will only require 1 or 2 coats a year and will help protect these valuable assets while working in such an extreme environment. - RENA DISASTER

The Danish company ‘Agrometer’ founded in 1977, are a manufacturer of unique, high performance pumps used for irrigation, clean water, slurry and wastewater. They are a global supplier to many different markets such as aquaculture, shipping, general industry and communities. ‘Agrometer’ has had an ongoing constant battle against corrosion until they were introduced to the ‘PROLAN’ range of products in 2013. They now extensively use ‘PROLAN’ in different departments ranging from assembling their own pumps to protection of sea freight and components sent to overseas customers. The production and maintenance/service staff at ‘Agrometer’ give ‘PROLAN’ products their highest recommendation. ‘PROLAN’ products are used anywhere that they know corrosion is an issue i.e. connections, flanges, bolts etc - Agrometer

Spat Supplies’ are one of the few companies in the world who collect wild ‘Green- lipped Mussel Spat’ off the coast of ‘New Zealand’. To do this they use large loaders and drive these completely into the surf to collect the spat. This all has to be done with the utmost urgency when the tides, weather patterns and winds are all in the correct alignment. As a result the starter motors on the loaders fill with salt water which destroys the wiring and bearings inside the starter. These starters then have to be replaced after collecting the spat, as the old one is dysfunctional and thrown away. Remove and dis-assemble the starter before it enters the surf. Coat the inside of the starter liberally with ‘Prolan Heavy grade spray’ and then reassemble. Because the Prolan is non-conductive to 70 000 volts there are no electrical issues after applying the coating. ‘Prolan’ is a natural barrier and therefore creates an environmentally friendly solution. The starter continued functioning even when it was full of salt water!! These starter motors often give trouble during spat collection and are then a throw away item. There was no lost time due to a faulty starter. The starter motor on the loader worked fine during the collection of the mussel spat in the surf and for days afterwards. The only reason it was removed was because it had become sluggish. Cost savings as starters have a longer life. - Spat Supplies

Masters Panel beaters have been in business for many years treating the underbodies and door panels of vehicles for rust. Masters Panel beaters operate in Kaitaia which is only a few kilometers from the east and west coasts of New Zealand. The moist salt air and salt water on the beach cause many vehicles to rust out within a few years. Tourist operators run vehicles daily along ninety mile beach exposing them to salt and spray. - Master Panelbeaters

Quad bikes are an essential part of the New Zealand dairy farmer’s modern farming world. The corrosive nature of the cow manure on the farms causes the framework of the quad bike to rust out. Some bikes are treated with a diesel and oil mixture, however this evaporates off and breaks down in approximately 3 months. Most frames rust through on the front steering wishbone where the muck has built up over the top, and the owner is therefore unaware what is happening underneath or the safety issues about to present themselves.When the wishbone finally gives way all steering is lost and the bike is off over a bank or into a drain. - Farmers Fight War Against Rust

I've used lanolin based products for a number of years for rust protection and lubrication on my light machinery and boat and was delighted to come across Prolan - a local product that really meets my expectations - Cap'n Crayfish

“I can give PROLAN our best recommendations and we are sure that many harbours could benefit from using ‘Prolan’ to solve problems and to reduce the numbers of products/chemicals used,” - Hans Christian Lindholm

I have used Prolan for the past 10 years and the tractor is the envy on the island, I spray it every 6 months and this has given it the protection from the salt water and harsh weather we encounter here on Gt Barrier Island, NZ - John Glover

“We recommend ‘PROLAN’ all the time. We are 100 % convinced and can see the difference. It is now part of our day, to hear and see how Prolan has solved problems and works.” · “THE QUALITY IS JUST LIKE TOYOTA !!!” - Brian Pedersen