Renewable Hydraulic & Industrial Fluids
The Better Alternative to Petroleum-Based Oils
Traditional petroleum-based hydraulic oils come with serious drawbacks, from flammability and contamination risks to poor biodegradability and regulatory challenges. Renewable Lubricants® offers environmentally acceptable alternatives that align with your environmental goals. Our readily biodegradable, non-toxic hydraulic oils are engineered to match the performance of premium petroleum-based fluids while meeting compliance with the EPA’s Vessel General Permit (VGP) standards.
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Bio-Fleet™ Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluid (Zinc-Free, EPA VGP Compliant)
Biodegradable hydraulic fluid designed for fleet, construction, and industrial applications, delivering a cost-effective, high-volume solution with reliable anti-wear protection and oxidation stability. Designed to replace zinc and zinc-free petroleum-based hydraulic oils, it provides consistent performance, long fluid life, and dependable operation while meeting EPA VGP requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs).
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Bio-Ultimax™ 1000 Biodegradable Hydraulic Fluid (High-Performance, EPA VGP Compliant)
Premium biodegradable hydraulic fluid designed for demanding industrial and mobile equipment applications, delivering superior oxidation stability, high viscosity index, and long-term protection. Designed to replace conventional petroleum-based and synthetic hydraulic oils, this high-performance hydraulic fluid improves efficiency and equipment life while meeting EPA VGP requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs).
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Bio-Ultimax™ 1200LT Full Synthetic Low Temperature Hydraulic Fluid (Biodegradable, EPA VGP)
Full synthetic low temperature biodegradable hydraulic fluid designed for cold weather, outdoor, and extreme environment applications, delivering excellent cold-start performance and reliable operation in sub-zero conditions. This hydraulic fluid replaces petroleum-based and synthetic hydraulic oils while providing superior low-temperature fluidity and meeting EPA VGP requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs).
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Bio-SynXtra™ Synthetic EP Gear Oil (Biodegradable, Severe-Duty, EPA VGP)
Synthetic biodegradable EP gear oil designed for severe-duty industrial gear and bearing applications, delivering exceptional load-carrying capacity, wear protection, and long service life under extreme pressure and shock loading. This high-performance gear oil replaces petroleum-based gear oils while meeting EPA VGP requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs).
Specialized and Sustainable Hydraulic Fluids
Hydraulic fluids are some of the most common sources of oil released into the environment. Renewable Lubricants manufactures a full line of high-performance, readily biodegradable hydraulic fluids for multiple applications, from food grade to tractor hydraulic fluids. Each of our formulations is designed to help protect employees, equipment, and the environment.
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Bio-Ultimax™ 1500 Full Synthetic Dielectric Hydraulic Fluid (Altec Approved, Biodegradable, EPA VGP)
Full synthetic dielectric hydraulic fluid designed for aerial lift and bucket truck applications, delivering high dielectric strength (>35 kV) and meeting Altec bucket truck approval requirements. This biodegradable hydraulic fluid is designed to replace petroleum-based and synthetic hydraulic oils while providing reliable electrical insulating performance and meeting EPA VGP requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs).
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Bio-HVO2™ Fire Resistant Hydraulic Fluid (Biodegradable, High Temperature, EPA VGP)
Fire resistant hydraulic fluid designed for high-temperature and fire-prone industrial applications, delivering reliable performance where conventional petroleum-based hydraulic oils pose safety risks. This biodegradable hydraulic fluid replaces petroleum-based oils while providing excellent thermal stability and meeting EPA VGP requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs).
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Bio-SynXtra™ Trans-Hydraulic Fluid (All-Season UTF, Synthetic, Biodegradable, J20C/J20D)
Synthetic biodegradable universal tractor fluid (UTF) designed for transmissions, hydraulics, and wet brake systems in agricultural and off-road equipment, delivering excellent cold-start performance, oxidation stability, and smooth wet brake operation. This high-performance fluid replaces petroleum-based UTTO fluids while meeting major OEM specifications and EPA VGP requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs).
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Bio-Fleet™ Trans-Hydraulic Fluid (UTF, Biodegradable, J20C Compatible, EPA VGP)
Biodegradable universal tractor fluid (UTF) designed for agricultural, construction, and industrial equipment, delivering reliable wet brake performance, wear protection, and all-season operation. This biosynthetic hydraulic and transmission fluid replaces petroleum-based UTTO fluids while meeting major OEM specifications and EPA VGP requirements for environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs).
Hydro Safe Elevator Lubricants
As the elevator industry shifts toward safer, more environmentally acceptable hydraulic fluids, Hydro Safe® leads the way. This renewable product line was developed in collaboration with elevator engineers and is approved by major manufacturers including Otis, Kone, TK, Canton, Schindler, Mitsubishi, and United Elevator. Engineered for both suppressed and non-suppressed systems, Hydro Safe fluids not only meet performance demands but also contribute to LEED points for buildings pursuing sustainability goals. Already trusted by government facilities, schools, hospitals, and private companies, Hydro Safe helps reduce environmental risks while maintaining reliable, high-performance operations.
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Hydro Safe® Select Hydraulic Fluid
Hydro Safe® Select Hydraulic Fluids are ultimately biodegradable vegetable based formulas that meets and exceeds Vickers M-2950-S, Vickers 1-286-5, U.S. Steel 126, and U.S. Steel 127.
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