Fire-resistant hydraulic fluid demand is growing, due in part to operators, safety managers, and insurance adjustors looking to reduce the risk of fire should a spill occur. Shell EcoSafe S1 DU 40 is an FM Approved fire-resistant hydraulic fluid that can be deployed in stationary and mobile equipment. In addition to FM Approval, Shell EcoSafe S1 DU 40 is also a USDA Certified BioPreferred Product.
Benefits include:
- Longer fluid life compared to many other fire-resistant fluids, specifically fluids made from vegetable oils that don’t contain a synthetic component.
- Less maintenance compared to water-based fire-resistant fluids, with no need for monitoring of evaporation loss.
- Broad compatibility with other brands of fire-resistant fluids, including many PAG and vegetable-oil based fluids.
When converting to any fire-resistant fluid, operators should ensure that mineral oils and other combustible liquids are completely removed from the system to achieve fire-resistant performance. Please consult your OEM to confirm compatibility with paints and seals.
Shell EcoSafe S1 DU 40 is part of a broad portfolio of fire-resistant lubricants from Shell, including Shell Omala S3 W FR fire-resistant gear oils, Shell MIDEL fire-resistant transformer oils, and more.
