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ArcelorMittal and Total Lubrifiants sign a European agreement
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otal Lubrifiants, a leading player in the global lubricants market and ArcelorMittal, the
world’s leading steel and mining company, has signed a three- year European supply agreement related to the purchase of a complete range of maintenance lubricants, technical support and associated services. The deal, signed on September 8, marks more than 20 years of partnership between both Groups. It ensures the security of supply, enjoying the benefits of Total’s worldwide presence. The core of the agreement concerns highly efficient lubricants which increase the reliability of steelmaking equipment. The agreement optimizes the cost, including the cost of maintenance operations and the lifecycle of key assets and equipment, minimising downtime and production losses. The collaborative approach of
From the left to the right: Catherine Zuech, Manager of ArcelorMittal, European Procurement Organisation Steelmaking & Finishing; Sanjay Pandya, ArcelorMittal, General Manager of ArcelorMittal, European Procurement Organisation; Mathieu SOULAS, CEO Total Lubrifiants; Olivier BERTOMEU, General Manager Industry Total Lubrifiants
both companies reflects perfectly ArcelorMittal’s strategy to be the most efficient and competitive producer of steel products. “Today, we expect from our
partner not only favourable commercial conditions, but also lubrication improvement programs to increase the productivity of our assets. Total Lubrifiants is a proven partner
OAK-SMI partnership generates results
The newly minted OAK-SMI partnership has continued to prove itself to be a great advantage to OAK and SMI customers. Recently, an OAK customer in Brazil needed a machine to fit their specific production requirements. This particular machine is not part of the OAK product line, but is offered by SMI. OAK and SMI representatives successfully coordinated the sale of this specific machine to that customer, providing them with an ideal solution to meet their needs. The OAK-SMI partnership is a valuable resource to any heat exchanger manufacturer in the
HVAC industry. To benefit from the collaboration, contact your OAK or SMI representative today. For over 70 years, Burr Oak
Tool Inc. has designed customized production machinery for the heat transfer and tube processing industries. OAK machines are installed and successfully operating in over 70 countries. Providing quality machines, service and parts to customers worldwide reinforces Burr Oak’s slogan, “Global Experience. Local Solutions.” For more information contact Burr Oak Tool Inc., 405 West South Street, Sturgis, MI 49091. Telephone: 269-651-9393. Website:
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introducing the Total Cost of Ownership approach,” said Sanjay PANDYA, General Manager
of ArcelorMittal, European Procurement Organisation. “Focusing on the steel industry is a strategic choice for Total Lubrifiants made a long time ago. Currently, steelmakers are focused on efficiency and cost reductions. A long-term partnership with ArcelorMittal allows us to introduce new lubrication solutions aimed at equipment efficiency, and increasing the profitability of production sites”, declared Mathieu SOULAS, CEO of Total Lubrifiants. The partnership of Total
Lubrifiants and ArcelorMittal represents a focus on the future and on mutual performance.
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