TURBONYCOIL 940 SE: Balancing Safety and Performance in Engine Oil

TURBONYCOIL 940 SE: Balancing Safety and Performance in Engine Oil

NYCO has unveiled TURBONYCOIL® 940 SE, a synthetic turbine oil engineered to meet the evolving demands of the aviation industry by harmonizing high performance with enhanced safety and environmental considerations. Drawing on over six decades of expertise in synthetic lubricants for Aerospace & Defense, NYCO introduced this latest innovation at the 55th SIAE, reinforcing its position at the forefront of next-generation turbine oil development.

Innovation Driven by Industry Challenges

The creation of TURBONYCOIL® 940 SE is the culmination of ten years of research focused on addressing two pivotal challenges faced by modern aviation. First, the oil must endure the elevated temperatures and compact configurations characteristic of contemporary, fuel-efficient engines. Second, it must align with increasingly stringent safety requirements governing the handling and use of chemical products. Central to the product’s design is the ability to comply with rigorous aviation safety standards while delivering exceptional thermal and oxidation stability.

Certified to MIL PRF 23699 HTS and SAE AS 5780 HPC standards, TURBONYCOIL® 940 SE integrates a proven base stock with advanced, safer performance additives, including antioxidants and anti-wear agents. This formulation not only ensures robust wear protection and stability but also incorporates comprehensive toxicological testing in accordance with regulatory guidelines. Notably, the oil’s safety data sheet and packaging are devoid of hazard labels, pictograms, or classifications under CLP, US GHS, and UN GHS regulations—an industry first that highlights NYCO’s commitment to safety.

Industry Endorsement and Market Impact

Paul Gallais, Program Director at NYCO, emphasized the significance of this technological advancement, stating, “Through this major technological innovation, NYCO positions itself as a pioneer in the development of tomorrow’s turbine oils. By combining excellent thermal and oxidation stability with non-hazardous additives, TURBONYCOIL® 940 SE has already attracted strong interest from major airlines such as Air France and aims for qualification across all aircraft propulsion applications.”

Olivier Boina, Vice President of Engine Fleet Engineering at Air France, expressed strong support for the product, noting, “Air France fully supports the launch of TURBONYCOIL® 940 SE, an innovative engine oil that meets the increasing demands for performance and safety. We support NYCO’s initiative to anticipate market needs and look forward to this oil becoming a usable option for our propulsion systems.”

The market response has been notably positive, with leading airlines endorsing the product’s dual emphasis on performance and safety. As the aviation sector confronts mounting technical, social, and environmental challenges, TURBONYCOIL® 940 SE offers a novel approach by directly addressing these issues. Competitors are anticipated to accelerate the development of similarly advanced, safety-engineered oils to satisfy the growing demand for high-performance engine lubricants.

This launch coincides with projections of significant growth in the global market for engine oil additives, driven by increased automotive production and a heightened focus on fuel efficiency and engine performance. TURBONYCOIL® 940 SE exemplifies NYCO’s proactive strategy in shaping the future of aviation lubrication, balancing the imperatives of safety, performance, and sustainability.