Mobil™ powers machine shop excellence with precision, productivity and performance

By Staff Report July 9, 2025 6:29 pm IST

Mobil™ empowers Indian machine shops with advanced lubrication and service solutions, enabling better precision and productivity that leads to consistent performance for manufacturers.

As India advances its aim of becoming a global manufacturing powerhouse, machine shops across the country are becoming critical enablers of industrial transformation. With the domestic machine tools market projected to grow from approximately USD 1.7 billion in 2024 to double by 2033, the demand for precision, speed, and cost efficiency is intensifying.

Yet, many machine shop operators, whether in the automotive, aerospace, or general engineering industries, grapple with routine issues such as tool wear, slideway friction, coolant instability, and unexpected downtime. In this evolving scenario, operational excellence depends on smarter and strategic support systems.

Partnering for Performance: The Mobil™ Edge

Mobil™ recognises the operational pressures faced by today’s machine shops. Thus, their approach goes beyond supplying lubricants by working as partners and delivering holistic solutions designed to boost reliability, optimise maintenance, and enhance overall productivity. Mobil™ helps machine shops across India rise to the challenge.

Precision in Motion: Mobil Vactra™ Oil No. Series

Mobil™’ machine shop portfolio has the Mobil Vactra™ Oil No. A series formulated specifically to deliver smoother slideway movement, reduce vibration, and improve machining accuracy.

In controlled testing conducted by the Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI), Mobil Vactra™ Oil No. 2 achieved:

• Up to 24% lower vibration compared to competing slideway lubricants*
• Up to 8% improvement in positional accuracy compared to other market-available slideway oils*

Why it matters: These performance gains translate into extended tool life, reduced rejection rates, and higher productivity, key drivers of profitability for any machining operation. Combined with OEM approvals and decades of proven use cases, Mobil Vactra™ continues to be the fluid of choice for businesses that demand consistency and confidence on the shop floor.

Mobil Solcare™: Coolant Care That Delivers

Coolant management is often overlooked until it becomes a significant issue. Mobil Solcare™ addresses this through an expert-led, digitally enabled program designed to turn coolant care into a strategic advantage.

The offering includes:

Coolant monitoring and digital record-keeping via the Solcare App to enhance transparency and ensure timely maintenance.

Efficient filtration, sump cleaning, and tramp oil removal

On-site diagnostics and training sessions for on-ground teams

Value delivered: By improving coolant life, reducing skin-related issues, and preventing unnecessary machine stoppages, Mobil Solcare™ supports safer, cleaner, and more productive work environments.

Machine XT: Expertise on the Move

Access to expert maintenance support shouldn’t be limited by geography or shop size. Machine XT—Mobil™’s mobile industrial service platform brings advanced support straight to the shop floor.

This includes:

• On-the-spot oil health analysis
• Coolant and hydraulic oil filtration
• Support with tramp oil removal and testing

For small and medium machine shops, Machine XT enables informed, timely decisions, eliminating guesswork, lowering maintenance risks, and improving operational resilience.

Commitment beyond products

Mobil™ is more than a supplier; it acts as a partner in the growth journey of businesses. Mobil™’s solutions help reduce the total cost of ownership, enhance quality assurance, and embed a culture of proactive maintenance. Whether it is a high-volume production unit or a niche engineering shop, the goal remains to help operators perform more efficiently and reliably.

Fill with Mobil™: Fill with Confidence

Choosing Mobil™ is an investment in trusted innovation, expert support, and a long-term promise of reliability. As India’s machine shop landscape evolves, Mobil™ stands ready to help every workshop build a future of performance, profitability, and pride.

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*Disclaimer: Tests are conducted on different slideway lubricants at Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) under controlled conditions on a standard CNC turning centre by moving the slideway in the Z axis in steps without actual machining operation.

The positional error of the slideway is also dependent on several factors, including mechanical errors, electrical errors, and environmental conditions. Results may vary depending on factors such as the type of slideway, machining operation, and operating conditions.