RUSTSEAL 55 SX3 Solves Rust & Safety Issues in Crankshaft Manufacturing

About the company

A leading multinational crankshaft manufacturer with a production facility in India faced severe rusting issues during domestic supplies to OEMs. The company had been using a high-oil-content rust preventive from a German supplier.

The Challenge

Rust spots developed on crankshafts after 1–1.5 months, leading to OEM rejections.
Existing product created wet and slippery shopfloors due to oil spillage from stacked parts.
Long drying time at ambient temperature and inefficient dipping tank design compounded the problem.
Improper handling practices (no gloves, no VCI packaging) further increased rust risk.

The Solution

The Lubeco team introduced improvised RUSTSEAL 55 SX3, a fast-drying, dry-to-touch rust preventive with superior performance:

Rust protection up to 6–12 months (ASTM B117: 72 hrs, ASTM D1748: 720 hrs)
Flash Point of 45°C, enabling quick evaporation and clean surfaces
Recommended conical dipping tank with drain valve for efficient drainage and cleanliness
Enforced SOPs including use of nitrile gloves during handling

Testimonial

We faced recurring rust rejections and safety hazards due to oil spillage on the shopfloor. The introduction of RUSTSEAL 55 SX3 CIE brought a complete turnaroun —ensuring rust- free components, dry and safe working conditions, and seamless acceptance from our OEM partners.

Production Supervisor, Tier-1 Engine Component Manufacturer