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No. 85/36December 2008

HIGHLIGHT

RACING

MOTOR OIL

WHAT’S NEW

ALPINE LINEextendsthe lead

How bio-diesel affectsmotor oils

2008 seasonresults

Overwinteringmotorbikescorrectly

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CONGRATULATIONS!Our World Champions: Tyla Rattray, Motocross MX2 • Sven Breugelmans, Motocross MX3 • Samuli Aro, Enduro III • Mat Rebeaud, Freestyle X-Fighter-Series • Bernd Hiemer, Supermoto • Gunn-Rita Dahle Flesjå, Bike Marathon Our Vice World Champions: Tommy Searle, Motocross MX2 • Ivan Cervantes, Enduro I • Juha Salminen, Enduro II • Marko Tarkkala, Enduro III • Karin Moor, Bike Trial

Yet another extremely successful racing season for MOTOREX riders comes to an end. The eleven World or Vice World Championship titles are only the tip of the iceberg: countless titles in other series, national titles and many other excellent results complete the picture. MOTOREX’s commitment to motor sport is about much more than these titles: it is about the continuous improvement to our outstanding products and the benefits this brings for customers – the benefits for you. MOTOREX - Challenge the Limits!

11 World Champions / Vice World Champions

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Motor oil MOTOREX conducted a study todetermine the effects of renewable components inbiodiesel on motor oil.A summary of the very inter-esting lab and field test results.

PracticeMotorbike pros dependon conscientiouswinter storage withMOTOREX for a healthywinter sleep and asmooth start in thespring.

MOTOREX® and all employed productnames are internationally protectedtrade marks.

No responsibility is accepted for printingerrors or changes in the technical data.

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Contents

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What’s new Safety and optimized mainte-nance costs are two indispensable success factorsfor every Alpine infrastructure operator.MOTOREXoffers a perfect solution in the ALPINE LINE.

MOTOREX NEWS 4/5

Bimota Spain starts with MOTOREX

Innovation with potential:ORTHO HYDRO

PROFILE R-XL SAE 5W/30 –c’est très Renault!

Approvals for ALPINE GEAR OIL

New!ANTIFREEZE PROTECT G40 coolant

A look back at INTERMOT ’08

MOTOREX ROTAC hammer drill oils

CAR LINE goes South Korea

WHAT’S NEW 6/7

To the summit of success withMOTOREX ALPINE LINE

MOTOR OIL 8/9

Results of the MOTOREX study“effects of biodiesel” on motor oils

RACING 10/11

Retrospective and resultsof the 2008 racing season

EXPORT 12

Portrait of MOTO LINE importerAriete Holland

PRACTICE 13

A hot mission:hydraulic fluids in hydrostats

INDUSTRY 14/15

Better performance:small parts with great potential

HIGHLIGHT 16

Proper winter storageof motorcycles

HYDRAULICS 17

Interview on experiencewith OEKOSYNT HEES in a forestharvester

BOX 18

Cool ideasDid you know…Comic

“MOTOREX – liquid valuein a green barrel”

Dear customers, partners and employees,

That rolling, rumbling sound is another empty“Swiss-made” barrel being unloaded from atruck onto the slide down to the filling lines inthe production cellar. Labeled with the rightbatch code, it will take just 30 seconds to fillwith 200 liters of liquid value. Sealing thebarrels is the symbolic crowning touch of theentire production process.

It has taken a great deal of thought and hardwork from many MOTOREX employees toget this far. Apprentices, workgroups and theirsupervisors, management and Board of Direc-tors, up to and including the family that ownsthe company, all have made the MOTOREXphilosophy a part of their lives. Exceptionalpersonal dedication runs like a “green” threadthrough the entire organization.

The MOTOREX way doesn’t depend on acasino strategy or on miraculous handoutsfrom the government or some hedge fund.Over 250 people are happy to dedicate a majorpart of their lives to our company. They don’tjust “make money,” they create real value. Andour employees are entitled to equal value inreturn: safe jobs, healthy business growth,proper performance-based pay, dignity andrespect and a substantial contribution to ahappy existence.

That is what we live for and will nevercease to strive for!

Monique Regenass-Bucher, Chairman of theBoard, MOTOREX AG LANGENTHAL

Peter Regenass-Bucher, Chairman of theBoard, BUCHER AG LANGENTHAL

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CAR LINE goes to South KoreaSouth Korea has long been enjoying strongeconomic growth. This means that a con-stantly increasing number of premium

automobiles from the West is to be seen on the country’s roads. YoungJin Sang-Sa Co.has recently started importing the MOTOREX CAR LINE, filling a genuine market gapwith these high-quality lubricants, because, like everywhere else, top-of-the-range cars inSouth Korea have to use lubricants that meet manufacturers’ specifications.

MOTOREX’s CAR LINE satisfies the requirements and specifi-cations of all current vehicle makes. And, just in passing, theMOTO LINE and BIKE LINE are also a big hit in SouthKorea; in fact MOTOREX’s BIKE LINE is even marketleader. We wish YoungJin Sang-Sa Co. every success.

Hammer drill oils are used in pneumatichammer and drill systems. Operating atup to 3,000 strokes per minute, thesetools need highly effective lubrication andcooling of all moving parts to keep work-ing smoothly.

Applying the latest research, MOTOREXhas updated the formulas of its hammerdrill oils, offering two top-quality prod-

The pulse of the industry: INTERMOT ’08Once again crowds thronged theMOTOREX booth at INTERMOT, thisyear’s major international motorcycle tradefair in Cologne, Germany. MOTOREX hadan impressive line-up with its comprehen-

ucts under the names MOTOREX ROTACand ROTAC SYNT. MOTOREX ROTAC(ISO 46 and 100) is petroleum-based, whilerapidly biodegradable ROTAC SYNT(ISO 10 and 18) is fully synthetic. Bothproducts offer many benefits.

Please contact your MOTOREX partner inyour country and ask him about the avail-ability of MOTOREX ROTAC now.

MOTOREX ROTAC hammer drill oils

The new ethylene glycol–based coolant ANTI-FREEZE PROTECT G40 is free of nitrites,phosphates and amines. It provides outstandingprotection against freezing, rust and overheatingfor all modern engines, particularly highlystressed aluminum-block engines. It also preventscorrosion and sediment build-up in the coolingsystem.

ANTIFREEZE PROTECT G40 lasts at leasttwo to four years, depending on manufacturers’specifications. Regular coolant changes are not aluxury – corrosive substances can form as anti-freeze action and corrosion inhibitors graduallylose their effectiveness under high temperatures.ANTIFREEZE PROTECT G40 also meetsthe new VW TL 774-G standard. Antifreezeproducts must always be used in compliancewith manufacturers’ specifications and prescribedconcentrations.

New:ANTIFREEZE PROTECT G40 for VW®

Innovation with potential: MOTOREX ORTHO HYDROMOTOREX AG scored a world first at theAMB trade show in Stuttgart with its inno-vative ORTHO HYDRO hydraulic oil formachine tools. This high-performancehydraulic fluid was developed alongsidethe groundbreaking MOTOREX ORTHOcutting oils with vmax Technology andharmonizes perfectly with their chemicalcomposition. It is also approved toDIN 51524/T2 standards and does not

Approvals for ALPINE GEAR OIL

PROFILE R-XL SAE 5W/30 - c ’est très Renault®!This new high-tech motor oil withMOTOREX’s groundbreaking low-ash

technology is ideal for allRenault vehicles requiringACEA C4, A3/B4 orRenault® RN 0720 oils. Itcan be used in diesel engines

In Spain, MOTOREX has been the rec-ommended lubricant supplier for Bimota®

motorcycles since the start of 2008.Manufactured in Rimini, Italy, thesebikes have developed something of a cult

Bimota® Spain starts with MOTOREX

negatively affect the performance of thecutting oil when mixed, allowing work inthe optimum performance range with asharp improvement in tool service lives.

Your MOTOREX partner and technicalservice department will be glad to provideany information you need on the subject ofhydraulics in machine tools.

sive MOTO LINE, variousnew products and many rac-ing triumphs. For the fivedays leading up to Sunday, October 12, theeyes of the motorcycle and scooter worldwere fixed on Cologne. The fair was atremendous success, with the city – tradi-tionally a biker stronghold – playing host to200,000 visitors from 110 countries for thefirst time.

Over 1,100 companies filled the 100,000 m2

of exhibition space. A great opportunityto establish and cultivate contacts withcustomers, producers, importers and dis-tributors.

Cable car gears are subjected to extremeloads. Only a quality API GL-5 class gear oilwith special high-pressure additives such asMOTOREX ALPINE GEAR OIL guaran-tees a durable lubricant layer.

This petroleum-based SAE 80W/90 gearlubricant’s proven formula provides idealprotection against wear and corrosion forthe edges of gear teeth and all moving partsin funicular drives, even during extendeddowntimes.

In addition to the Doppelmayr® PS OEL001 approval, MOTOREX ALPINE GEAROIL also officially meets the stringentrequirements of gear and hydraulic manu-facturer Bosch Rexroth®. ALPINE GEAROIL SAE 80W/90 is ideal for use in cablecar gears and final drives from all manufac-turers. Please don’t hesitate to contact usif you have any questions also on manufac-turers’ specifications.

following among motorcycle connois-seurs. MOTOREX and distributorRexoli Motor S.L. recently introducedMOTOREX products to Spanish after-market dealers with great success duringa presentation of the latest Bimota®

models at the Circuito Albacete in sunnyAndalusia.

Bimota® uses the famous Ducati® engines,such as the latest four-valve, 1099 ccTestastretta Evolution-V2. MOTOREXrecommends racing-tested fully syntheticPOWER SYNT 4T SAE 10W/50 forthis engine type.

with or without a diesel particulate filterand in gasoline engines with a catalyticconverter.

MOTOREX PROFILE R-XL provideslasting protection against wear and is highlyresistant to aging and oxidation. Its high-tech LongLife formula also extends inter-vals between oil changes to up to 30,000 kmand helps save fuel while lowering exhaustemissions.

MOTOREX PROFILE R-XL SAE 5W/30can be used in all engines requiring ACEAC4-07 and A3/B4-04 specifications.

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Experts answeryour questionsMOTOREX’s Technical Cus-tomer Service is at home inthe world of Alpine infra-structure, counting numer-ous experienced specialists

among its members.

If you have any questions, please contact yourMOTOREX representative or our Technical Cus-tomer Service in Langenthal.

Arnold ZuppigerHead of Technical Customer Servicearnold.zuppiger@motorex.comor phone +41 62 919 75 75

Properly conditioned ski runs are a pure

thrill. But the conditioning takes many

hours of snowcat work.

MOTOREX CABLE PROTECT protects cables

against corrosion and wear and is safe

for common plastic and rubber composites.

Prinoth/Leitner snowcats with cable

winches are used to condition the ex-

tremely steep FIS ski-run in St. Moritz.

Volunteers needed…

and engineers are constantly on the lookoutfor new and superior products. For example,the specialists from Langenthal are focusingon the service life and environmental com-patibility of certain lubricants.

Added services such as lubrication plans andintegrated lab analysis provide valuableextras for easier handling and comprehen-

The performance of modern Alpine trans-portation infrastructure is improvingrapidly. Everything is faster, more comfort-able and more spectacular. Minimizingoperating costs and, above all, preventingmalfunctions have become fundamentalrequirements for staying competitive.MOTOREX has long been familiar withthe extreme demands placed on lubricanttechnologies in the Swiss Alps. Its inno-vative and comprehensive ALPINE LINEhas been a success in one region afteranother. The majority of cableways in theEngadin recently switched to the productline in the green barrel. So did the Zermattcableways, including the highest vantagepoint in Europe accessible by suspendedcable car.

Groundbreaking innovationAs developing infrastructure and manu-

facturers’ binding specifications demand asteady stream of innovative lubricant

products, MOTOREX researchers

Cable lubricants are anotherimportant product category.MOTOREX CABLE PROTECTensures maximum safety by pro-tecting cables against corrosionand wear. CABLE PROTECT issafe for the plastics and rubber-composite materials commonly used incable pulleys and traction sheaves. Propercable care can extend the life of wire ropecables and demonstrably reduce costs.

A comprehensive product range comprisingcompressor oils, technical greases, sprays,etc. is guaranteed to meet all your needs.

Clear customer benefitsA broad product range, long years of experi-ence with mountain cableways and thespecially designed Alpine lubricants of theALPINE LINE offer a compelling solution.Outstanding advice from capable salesmanagers and technical service staff is anadded benefit.

As a total package, the ALPINE LINE hashelped many a cableway build a well-oiledsuccess machine.

sive management. These are innovationsthat provide direct benefits for every user.

Solutions for every applicationMOTOREX has designed the ALPINELINE to fully cover every application, pro-viding one-stop shopping for all lubricationsystem operation and maintenance prod-ucts. This not only makes purchasing andgetting advice easier, but also simplifieslogistics.

Rapidly biodegradable OEKOSYNT HEEShas given rise to one report of success afteranother in the field of hydraulic oils. It isthe ideal product for snowcats and all out-door hydraulic systems. A growing numberof companies are using environmentallyfriendly, long-life OEKOSYNT HEES. Itmeets the specifications of many leadingmanufacturers, including A4VSO125 ap-proval from Bosch Rexroth. Also available:COREX POLAR/HOTZ HYDRO-LYTspecial hydraulic oil for safety components.Many cableway builders insist on thisproduct for brake hydraulics, with specifi-cations and approvals to match.

From motor to cableWhether for stationary or mobile engines,MOTOREX offers the ideal lubricants forevery application in its high-quality, high-tech motor oils. Snowcats, which are oftenequipped with Mercedes-Benz® engines,frequently require a manufacturer’s approvalsuch as MB 228.51 or 228.5. MOTOREXFOCUS 4 meets these standards, and as alowSAPS motor oil is perfect at viscositySAE 10W/40 for the stringent thermaldemands of this application.

What ’s new What ’s new

MOTOREX ALPINE LINE – all aboard!

With ascents towell over 3,000meters

in the space of a fewminutes, depend-

able top performance is amust for

Alpine infrastructure. The demands

on lubricants and service fluids are

equally severe. TheMOTOREX ALPINE

LINE and the professional services

provided alongwith it are opening

the door to success for a growing

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Various engine parameters were measured

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Current study: biodiesel and motor oil

The use of renewable

components in diesel fuel,

subject ofmuch discussion around

theworld, has a significant effect

on the properties ofmotor oils.

AMOTOREX study reveals some

very interesting results.

Dangerous moleculesDue to their much higher flash points, natu-ral oils and fats such as rapeseed oil, sun-flower oil, castor oil and the like do notburn as well as diesel fuel. If the engine failsto reach the optimum operating tempera-ture, unburned components condense onthe cylinder walls. These residues are car-ried into the motor oil by the piston rings.Depending on the application and enginecondition, MOTOREX chemists havefound concentrations of up to 40% of dan-gerous vegetable molecules (triglycerides)in the lubricant by the end of the prescribedoil change interval!

Why are triglycerides dangerous? Thesemolecules contain several atoms with doublebonds, with two atoms in a tug-of-war forthe same pair of electrons. Double bondsare unstable and easily broken, leading tooxidation and the formation of long-chainmolecules (polymerization). This rapidlyincreases the viscosity of the motor oil,boosting sludge formation and thickeningthe oil. Stray electrons that form insolublechemical compounds are even more haz-ardous, leading to deposits on sensitiveengine parts and clogging filters and lubri-cation holes.

Innovations in diesel engine technologycontinually set new challenges for motor oil.In response to the EURO 4/5 emissionstandards and use of modern exhaust gaspost-treatment systems, MOTOREX hasdeveloped a new additive technology forlowSAPS motor oils low in ash and sulfur.

In recent years the use of unsaturated vege-table oils such as rapeseed oil methylesterhas begun to affect lubricant properties.Many engine producers have responded byrecommending more frequent oil changes.Analyzing samples provided by customers,MOTOREX’s tribology specialists saw aneed for action and started a study.

using MOTOREX FOCUS 4 SAE 10W/40at intervals depending on the results of theanalysis. For several of the vehicles it waspossible to maintain the standard 50,000 kminterval, although a significant concentra-tion of rapeseed oil was found. An oilchange was recommended once this con-centration exceeded 15%. The fleet testfurnished clear confirmation of the resultspreviously obtained in the laboratory.

Exciting findingsThe study made it possible to identify andoutline the different chemical reactionmodels. The effect of the optimum oper-ating temperature was especially note-worthy. Engines that generally ran too cool(idling, numerous cold starts, short dis-tances) saw relatively high levels of contami-nation with the renewable fuels.

It was particularly striking how the extendedfield tests corroborated the experimentallab results. The tests also identified thebest-suited motor oil for our customers. Intesting and practical use, MOTOREXFOCUS 4 SAE 10W/40 is the clear winner.

For any questions about this subject pleasecontact your MOTOREX partner.

Tests in the lab and on the roadHow do engines, biodiesel and lubricantreact in the test tube and on the road?A mixture of diesel and rapeseed oil wasused to find out. Different high-techmotor oil formulas of the same viscosity(SAE 10W/40) were used for each test.

In a lab test at 150 °C with plenty of oxygen(30 l of air per hour), viscosity was found toremain constant for a certain time and thenrise exponentially. Following analysis ofthe results, the particularly well-balancedMOTOREX FOCUS 4 SAE 10W/40 for-mula was chosen for the field test.

484,557 km in the driver’s seatThe fleet test started in April 2006 with thehelp of a trucking company. Five Mercedes-Benz® trucks were driven nearly 500,000kilometers using the following three fuelmixtures:

• diesel fuel with 5% rapeseed oil

• a mixture of 55% rapeseed oiland 45% kerosene

• 100% rapeseed oil

An oil sample was taken every 5,000 km andanalyzed in the lab. The oil was changed

Five vehicles were used for the field test and

kept under constant observation. A technician

takes an oil sample.

With motor oils A and B, viscosity rose sharply in as little as 170 hours. Product C was at the

middle of the pack while D and E proved strong competitors. Formula F, MOTOREX FOCUS 4,

came out on top, with constant viscosity for well over 300 hours.

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Off-road: an array of titlesMOTOREX’s strongest performance wasin motocross, where Tyla Rattray andSven Breugelmans won world champion-ship titles in the MX2 and MX3 categoriesrespectively. Tommy Searle picked upthe runner-up title in the MX2 class forthe second time in succession. Samuli Arowon the world championship title in theEnduro 3 class, while Ivan Cervantes(Enduro 1), Juha Salminen (Enduro 2) andMarko Tarkkala (Enduro 3) brought homethree runners-up titles. This is furthertestimony to the impressive performanceof our development partner KTM, be-cause all these riders are members ofthe KTM factory team. What’s just asimpressive is the fact that six of the ninetop riders in the MX2 World Champion

ship class rely on MOTOREX. Supermotoworld champion Bernd Hiemer also lubri-cates his KTM with MOTOREX, whileanother KTM rider, Swiss Mat Rebeaud,triumphed in the Freestyle MX categoryby flying straight to first place in theinternationally prestigious Red Bull X-Fighters series.

These world-class performances are backedup by a clutch of national championshiptitles. Mike Lafferty and Russell Bobbitt –both KTM riders – were placed first andsecond in the US National Enduro series,while Max Nagl of KTM Red Bull becameGerman MX Masters champion. Goodresults were achieved in Switzerland too,with Arnaud Tonus (MX 125 FMS), ChrisMöckli (MX Open SAM), Philippe Dupas-

quier (Supermoto FMS) and Marcel Götz(Supermoto SAM) all becoming nationalchampions with MOTOREX.

Exciting on-road racesMOTOREX put in another strong showingin on-road racing. In the US, Ben Spies andMat Mladin from the Rockstar MakitaSuzuki team dominated the AMA Superbikechampionship, finishing in first and secondplaces in the final rankings. Joshua Brookesof the Hannspree Stiggy Honda teamfinished third in the final rankings of theSupersport World Championship. The G-Lab Triumph Team caused a furore in theSupersport category of the German inter-national championship, as Arne Todebrought home the championship in the

Another sensational season!

Once again the teams, riders and

drivers who rely onMOTOREX have

won several world championships

and gainedmore top rankings

in various competition categories.

Tyla Rattray/MX2

Sven Breugelmann/MX3

Samuli Aro/Enduro 3 Bernd Hiemer/Supermoto Max Nagl/MX-Masters Ben Spies/AMA Superbike Arne Tode/Supersport IDM Sébastien Buemi

team’s second season of racing. Theyoung team finished fifth last year, thisis a sensational achievement.

Bike: With brawn and brainsGunn-Rita Dahle Flesjå of the well-knownMerida team became world marathon champion,while Swiss Karin Moor won both the trials worldcup and European championship for the sixth timein succession. Her brother, Stefan Moor won the Swisschampionship and Swiss Cup.

Competitive autosport classesThere was good news from the autosport classes too.The highlight was undoubtedly Frédéric Vervisch’svictory in the German ATS Formula 3 Cup in aZeller-Dallara. Peter Rikli and his fast Honda Accorddrove their way to a runner-up title in the highlycompetitive ADAC Procar class, while in theGP2 European Championship, Sébastien Buemidemonstrated the extent of his talent with victoriesin Hungary, France and Indonesia.

To the limits – and beyond!To the limits – and beyond! This isMOTOREX’s recipe for success in the sport-ing arena, a more punishing proving groundfor competitors and machinery than any testrig. When victory is decided by mere frac-tions of a second, only absolute perfectionwill do. But MOTOREX’s involvement inracing is about much more than just titles: it’sabout consistently advancing the high-qualityproducts and the benefits they yield for thecustomers.

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MOTOREX Racing: 11 world championship/runners-up titles

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Frank van Tulder, Ariete’s owner, has been

the specialist trade’s successful exclusive

supplier for many years.

Regular cleaning of the hydrostat’s oil

cooler is especially important for balanced

temperature control.

The COREX SYNT HV ISO 68 diagram

shows its extremely flat viscosity curve

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SkilledMOTOREX COREX SYNTMany producers of hydrostatically poweredvehicles struggle with high temperatures inthe hydrostats.

MOTOREX recently demonstrated sus-tained thermal optimization of a machine’shydrostatic drive using COREX SYNT HVISO 68. This result is due to the unusuallyflat viscosity-temperature curve of fullysynthetic COREX SYNT HV ISO 68hydraulic fluid. This means that the oil’skinematic viscosity behavior is linear over atemperature range from – 20 °C to 140 °C(see V-T diagram). Bosch-Rexroth®, for ex-ample, prescribes an operating viscosity of16 to 36 mm2/s for optimum efficiency andservice life of axial piston pumps. If anunsuitable oil becomes too thin (< 5 mm2/s)in extreme conditions, it can no longertransmit power, leading to excessive wear orequipment damage.

COREX SYNTH’s high shear stability andgood high-pressure properties allow it tobe used for up to 2,000 hours or longer,depending on the manufacturer’s specifi-cations. Quality additives protect the fluidfrom changes and the system from corro-sion.

A highly interesting if challenging topic.The specialists at MOTOREX technicalcustomer service can provide professionaladvice for all your needs – even in problemcases!

Hydrostatic drives have become widespread,used in many types of construction, utilityand forestry machinery as well as snowcatsand agricultural vehicles. The technologyhas many advantages: a modular design, i.e.flexible connections between the input andoutput drive, and ease of adaptation to spa-tial constraints.

Tubes and hoses serve to connect the motorand pump and can be routed as required.The output drive is also capable of a verywide and continuous range of speeds. Highefficiency and the ability to easily producevery high torque at low RPMs are a mustfor many types of machinery.

Under strong pressure:the hydraulic fluidHydrostatic drives are often the idealmethod of transmitting energy. To functionflawlessly they require the proper hydraulicfluid. Axial piston pumps (main illustration)are used almost exclusively with fluidhydraulics where high pressures are re-quired. These pumps are subject to strongfriction forces, and the hydraulic fluid isforced under high pressure (up to 400 bar!)through bores a few tenths of a millimeterwide. The medium not only transmits theforce but must also lubricate and cool theparts at the same time.

Hydrostatic drives convert an engine’s

mechanical power into hydraulic

force using a pump. This energy is

transmitted by the hydraulic fluid and

transformed back intomechanical

power in hydromotors.

A hot mission: hydraulic fluid in hydrostats

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Ariete Holland: a star in the motorcycle zodiac

The motorcycle lifts in MOTOREX colors

are impossible to miss. Ariete has placed

them in many motorcycle workshops.

Frank van Tulder was destined to have apassion for motorcycles right from birth. In1958 his family was the first European im-porter for Honda and other renownedmakes. After a few years in his parents’ busi-ness, van Tulder founded his own company,Ariete Holland. In Italy Ariete is known as aproducer of quality plastic motorcycle parts.A collaboration in this field gave the youngDutch company its name.

Technical expertiseas a successful strategyAriete Holland imports and distributes onlytechnical components for street and off-road motorcycles. The company servessome 800 customers throughout Holland.Ariete is committed to top quality. “It paysoff in the long run,” says Frank van Tulderwith conviction born of many years’ experi-ence – a philosophy in complete agreementwith MOTOREX’s own. Thus Ariete hassuccessfully imported the comprehensiveMOTOREX MOTO LINE to the Nether-lands since 2000.

The entire team’s high level of technical ex-pertise is an unequalled success factor.Three salespeople, all trained motorcyclemechanics, call on customers and furnishadvice. Eschewing high-pressure sales tac-tics, they prefer to rely on qualified adviceand problem-solving. This approach haswon Ariete many customers and secured astrong position for MOTOREX in thefiercely contested lubricant market.

Ariete is Italian for Aries. Typical

characteristics of people born under

this sign of the zodiac are endurance

and perseverance – two qualities

that Frank van Tulder and his team

possess in spades as aMOTO LINE

importer.

Diverse activitiesThe Dutch racing enthusiast first becameaware of MOTOREX through the Swisscompany’s involvement in motocross. Aschairman of the International MX GrandPrix Organizing Committee in Lierop,Frank van Tulder is well acquainted with themotorsport scene. MOTOREX occupies aprominent place at the Lierop Grand Prixalong the racecourse, on TV and in theengines of the various teams.

Ariete also commands a strong presencein motorcycle workshops. Lubricants aredelivered to these shops in large packages,barrels and 1,000-liter containers. AndAriete uses the unmistakable MOTOREX-green hydraulic motorcycle lifts as a promo-tional tool. MOTOREX also has an officialmission in the Netherlands in the cycles ofthe Rijksheer, the Dutch motorcycle troops,where Ariete has delivered convincing proofof Swiss quality by reducing high oil con-sumption.

Continual growthBuoyed by several years of steady growth,Ariete is determined to stick to its strategyof supplying specialist retailers exclusively.Personal commitment, technical know-how,trustworthiness and fairness are the fourpillars of Ariete’s business, says Frank vanTulder. As solid as MOTOREX itself.

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creased, raising the number of cycles from10 to 11 per minute. The heat generatedbetween workpiece and tool tip by the high-er cutting pressure and speed was useddeliberately to improve stability at highpressures, an approach made possible bya special formulation in ORTHO NF-X.This delivers substantial benefits duringchip-cutting operations. The 10% increasein performance and marked improvementin surface quality are testimony to thisachievement.

Valuable teamworkwith MOTOREXMOTOREX’s plausible reasoning and solu-tion-driven approach showed the people incharge at Aeschlimann Décolletages thatmachining fluid in 2008 is worthy of height-ened attention. Measurable changes wererecorded after the machine was filled withMOTOREX cutting fluid. Cost account-ing also revealed that the new cutting oiland enhanced productivity were having asurprisingly strong positive effect on prof-itability.

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about 12,800 units the two cutting bladeshad become worn or “round,” affecting theRa value (surface quality).

The switch to MOTOREX ORTHOEvery machining parameter was reviewedonce more – without success. The onlyparameter left to modify was the machin-ing fluid. After consulting with theMOTOREX technical service and a visitfrom the regional manager, the companyswitched to ORTHO NF-X universalhigh-performance cutting oil.

The decision to cool the oil and machineto a steady 30 °C had a beneficial effecton the entire production process. Withinthe first eight hours it became clear thatthe machines filled with MOTOREXORTHO NF-X ISO 15 were showingreduced tool wear in various operations.Carlo Secchi watched eagerly for the initialresults of outer taper measurements ofthe first spring plate manufactured withORTHO NF-X.

Cycles increased from 10 to 11The measurement results were highlyencouraging, showing exceptional preci-sion. The surface quality of the case-hard-ened 16MnCrS5 steel part was especiallygood. Next the speed was gradually in-

The bar loader provides fully automated

loading, enabling highly efficient produc-

tion even during unmanned shifts.

control. This means that every spindle runsat the same speed during all six operations.Thus the ideal speed for all of the followingoperations had to be established:

Step 1: Centering/planing

Step 2: Roughing/profile cutting

Step 3: Pre-reaming/transversecutting

Step 4: Final reaming/chamfering

Step 5: Pre-cutting for main cutting

Step 6: Main cutting and gripping

Critical final phasefor toolsIt was multispindle team leader CarloSecchi, a 35-year veteran of AeschlimannDécolletages, who brought the need to opti-mize tool service lives to the attention ofMOTOREX. By the end of a productionrun, often during the night shift, tool cut-ting edges would regularly become so badlyworn that dimensional accuracy and espe-cially surface quality would suffer. After

Aeschlimann Décolletages AG was foundedover 70 years ago and, as an entrepreneur-managed bar-turning business, has built awealth of specialized expertise and a loyalcustomer base over the past seven decades.Now, the staff of 160 apply their skills andknowledge to serving an international clien-tele. The company also recognized at anearly stage that close collaboration with rawmaterial, tool, machine tool and machiningfluid specialists could be used to drive on-going innovation.

On cam-controlledautomatic lathesCam-controlled multispindle automaticlathes remain a good choice for high-vol-ume manufacturing of small parts. AtAeschlimann, many components such as thespring plates shown here are produced onTornos SAS 16.6 automatic lathes from barstock with diameters of up to 16.0 mm.However, the numeric control (NC) systemsof these multispindle automatic lathes areonly capable of governing speed and cam

Productivity:

small parts with great potentialMultispindle team leader Carlo Secchi is

a master of the bar-turning trade. He has

worked at the company for 35 years.

Over 15,000 of this four-millimeter part are

manufactured every day. Four times a day,

six parts (one per spindle) are measured for

precision.

A diesel injection pump requires no fewer than three spring plates.

To ensure a continuous supply to the production plants, Lüsslingen-based

Aeschlimann AG Décolletages manufactures 15,000 of these precision

parts every day.

A quantum leapin technology«I was impressed with theresults achieved withMOTOREX ORTHO NF-X.Previously I felt that cuttingoil, apart from dissipating

heat and carrying away swarf, merely coated theworkpiece. Now the performance capabilities ofthese complex formulas can be demonstrateddirectly on the machine tool. I also consider theuniversal nature of ORTHO NF-X, its suitabilityfor all common materials, to be another majoradvantage.»

Rolf Bläsi – Director, Aeschlimann Décolletages,Lüsslingen

The control cams transmit the required

linear or radial control pulses to each tool

and spindle.

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Riding amotorcycle is one side of the coin; regular care for themachine is the other. That’s why it makes sense to

polish your baby to a high gloss one last time before putting it in storage for the winter.

4. Taking care of the chainClean and lubricate the chain. We recommend the productsMOTOREX CHAIN CLEAN 611 for optimal cleaning andCHAINLUBE for lubrication.

5. Wash the motorcycleSpray the cold motorcycle with MOTO CLEAN 900, let the spraywork on the dirt for a maximum of 5 minutes and then rinse it offwith clean water. This product should not be used in direct sun.

6. ConservationMOTOREX PROTECT & SHINE 645 freshens up and protectsyour machine permanently against corrosion during winter.

7. Remove the batteryStore the fully charged battery in a dry place. The ideal scenario isto charge the battery every 3 to 4 weeks.

8. Relieve strain on the wheelsPlace the machine on its main stand or on an assembly stand torelieve strain on the wheels.

The right MOTOREX MOTO LINE products keep costs withinbounds, helping preserve the value of your and your customers’investment and making it easier to start the bike again in the spring.But the best part of caring for your machine is the feeling of prideyou get when it’s done right!

1. Add gasoline additivePour the contents of the FUEL STABILIZER into the tank.This prevents oxidation and guarantees trouble-free recommission-ing of the vehicle after longer periods in storage. Designed for all2 or 4 stroke engines with or without catalytic converter.

2. Fill the tank right up with gasLet the engine run for a short time after filling the tank.

3. Tyre pressureIncrease the tyre pressures by about 0.3 bar for the periodin storage.

Daniel Ruch discoveredMOTOREX

biofluids during the ISO/FSC certi-

fication of his forestry business.

“Tomy good fortune!” says the

nature lover and boss of 34 em-

ployees, who has since found that

OEKOSYNT HEES can help the

bottom line as well.

OEKOSYNT HEES,mais naturellement!year. Some of the machines are in continualoperation, for example in clearing stormdamage. In spite of the heavy thermal andmechanical loads, I’ve never had the impres-sion that the hydraulics were being pushedto their limit.”

MOTOREX magazine: “Do you maintain thehydraulic components yourself?”Daniel Ruch: “Yes, for the most part. We em-ploy two mechanics. We send an oil sampleto the MOTOREX laboratory after every2,000 or so operating hours. In a short timewe get a thorough report back and knowwhat needs to be done.Compared to conventional hydraulic oils, Ican work about three to four times longerwith OEKOSYNT HEES and regular labo-ratory analysis!”

MOTOREX magazine: “Any final words?”Daniel Ruch: “At first I thought a biofluidwould be inferior to a conventionalhydraulic oil in terms of performance. Inpractice that has not turned out to be thecase. OEKOSYNT HEES is a perfect fitfor our business philosophy, which is basedon sustainability, protecting nature andsuccess.”

MOTOREX magazine: “Thank you very much.”

MOTOREX magazine: “Mr. Ruch, what lines ofbusiness is your company in?”Daniel Ruch: “Since our founding as aforestry business in 1984 we’ve grownsteadily, offering our customers every kindof work in the wood and forestry field. Ourteam is made up of 26 employees and eightapprentices. We work mainly in Vaud andthe neighboring cantons in switzerland.”

MOTOREX magazine: “Why is your companycertified to ISO 9001/14001 and FSC(Forest Stewardship Council) standards?”Daniel Ruch: “We do a lot of work for thepublic sector, where these certifications arean important requirement. They also requireus to use biofluids. We use about 15,000liters of ASPEN fuel, 7,000 liters of chain oiland a few thousand liters of hydraulic fluidevery year. We have always used rapidlybiodegradable hydraulic fluids in our river-bank protection and renaturation work inaccordance with clean-water regulations.”

MOTOREX magazine: “You use OEKOSYNTHEES hydraulic fluid for your vehicle fleet,which is made up of tractors, transportersand harvesters from various manufacturers.How has your experience with it been?”Daniel Ruch: “I’ve been quite pleasantly sur-prised by the hydraulic oil! We harvestbetween 30,000 and 50,000 m3 of timber a

Without hydraulics this harvester would be

helpless. About 200 liters of OEKOSYNT HEES

guarantee full hydraulic performance.

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MOTOREX OEKOSYNT HEES– miscible with comparable products– 3–5 times longer service lifethan mineral oil

– fully synthetic with the latest additivetechnology

– extremely versatile– approvals:Bosch Rexroth A4VSO125,DIN ISO 15 380 (HEES), etc.

– rapidly biodegradable accordingto OECD 301 B

– oil analysis by MOTOREX labpossible

8 tips for winter storage

Contact your MOTOREX partner(available online) or

MOTOREX AG LANGENTHALLubrication TechnologyCH-4901 Langenthal

Tel. +41 (0)62 919 74 74Fax. +41 (0)62 919 76 96www.motorex.com

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Did youknow. . .P.S.A. Peugeot Citroën produces over 25,000 diesel engines a day in itsDouvrin and Tréméry engine plants. The customers of the world’s largestdiesel engine producer include not only French automakers, but also BMW,Ford, Volvo and others, who have specific engines including premiumpower plants made there.

The sheer scale of the production buildings is imposing, andproduction takes place in three shifts. Innumerablework centers grind, mill, turn and bore the vari-ous aluminum and cast iron engine components.MOTOREX COOL-X spindle coolant is used inthe high-frequency spindles with great success –there have been no spindle downtimes due to cool-ing problems since the switch to COOL-X.

. . . that the world’s biggest diesel engine producer works with MOTOREX?

Ambassadors at MOTOREX

A delegation of the Berne Oldtimer Clubtook 16 finely polished vintage automobilesto MOTOREX on its Ambassadors’ Drive.

Seemingly by instinct these rolling master-pieces of mobility found their way to the oilwell in Langenthal where they vied for atten-

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tion in the morning sunshine of the parkinglot. Naturally the pre-war models were theparticipants’ and spectators’ favorites. Thetwo oldest veterans, a 1903 Renault AX and a1913 Panhard Levassor, were older thaneven BUCHER AG MOTOREX’s 90 years.Although the two oldest vehicles are fullyfunctional, they were not rolled out of theirtrailers since their owners were mistrustfulof the black storm clouds massing alongthe Jura.

After a plant tour and an informative seminaron care and maintenance of antique cars,the group started out on a weeklong tour ofeastern Switzerland and the beautiful LakeConstance region. There the “trailer beau-ties” finally had the chance to show off theirroadworthiness under a bright blue skyand brilliant sunshine. Who wouldn’t havewanted to ride along with them?

Backpack

Multi backpack with anatomically shaped shoulder straps andhip belt. Front with elastic holder for helmet or clothes. Two mesh pockets at side and various practical inside and outsidepockets. Interior snaplink for keys. Studded base. Material:600D PVC. Size: approx. 31x17x43 cm. Rubber badge withMOTOREX logo on front.

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Sports bag

Spacious sports bag with one front and two side pockets. Various practical inside compartments. Carry straps plus removable shoulder strap with wide padded shoulder pad.Two-way zip at top. Studded base. Material: 600D PVC. Size: approx. 47x24x24 cm. Rubber badge with MOTOREX logoon front.

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