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 United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) and Bio Volatile Corrosion Inhibitors (BVCI) are engineered to protect both ferrous and nonferrous metals from rust and corrosion over a wide temperature range.
Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) and Bio Volatile Corrosion Inhibitors (BVCI) are designed to outperform and replace petroleum based products. In many applications, the surface tension and viscosity specifications are equal to, or outperform, petroleum based products.
BCI and BVCI products are formulated from Biobased Solvents and stabilized High Oleic Base Stocks (HOBS)2 to produce a very high quality, high performance, long lasting line of products.
Advantages of using these biobased basestocks are many:
- Outperforms petroleum products
- Multi-Functional
- Renewable
- Low Toxicity
- Fire Resistant
- Long Lasting
- Easy Clean-Up
- 100% Ultimate Biodegradable
BCI and BVCI products contain No Heavy Metals, or Barium.
United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors are setting new industry standards for performance, worker health & safety, and environmental stewardship.
Bio Corrosion Inhibitors are reliable, affordable, and available in all quantities today.
To purchase, simply call (650) 213 - 9979 or sign-up to open your Green Purchasing Account.
Advanced Equipment Protection
Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) Products
Bio Preservative Oil
Bio Preservative Oil is a BCI product that provides a very long lasting corrosion inhibiting Thin Film Barrier.
Bio Preservative Oil is more fire resistant than mineral base formulas with the same viscosity.
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Bio Rust Preventative Fluids
Bio Rust Preventative Fluids are BCI products that provide a corrosion inhibiting Waxy Film Barrier. This waxy film barrier is especially effective in protecting ferrous metals in Acid Fume (Hydrochloric Acid) environments and against high humidity.
Bio Rust Preventative Fluids come in Medium-Light Film and Light Film products.
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Bio Water Emulsifiable Corrosion Inhibitor
Bio Water Emulsifiable Corrosion Inhibitor is an outstanding Water Emulsifiable corrosion inhibitor with BCI chemistry that provides a long lasting light Thin Film Barrier against moisture.
Bio Water Emulsifiable Corrosion Inhibitor is used in metalworking and machining applications where first-rate in-house corrosion protection and easy cleaning of parts are essential.
Bio Volatile Corrosion Inhibitors (BVCI) Products
Bio Volatile Corrosion Inhibitors (BVCI) formulas are more volatile, allowing biobased carrier(s) to dissipate, leaving Corrosion Inhibitors and/or Anti-Wear and Extreme Pressure additives remaining on the surface of the metal parts to prevent corrosion and wear.
With BVCI products, Ultra Thin, highly protective films can be applied. Film thickness of 0.02 mils or less have been tested in the ASTM D-1748 Humidity Cabinet on polished cold rolled steel panels. Test results from 20 to 60 days before failure are typical for BCI and BVCI ultra-thin films.
BVCI Application
The BVCI formulas can be used to carry corrosion inhibitors into the air, releasing the corrosion inhibiting compounds on metal surfaces, preventing corrosion. BVCI are highly effective when added to packaging or sealed containers where the corrosion inhibition can remain as a volatile corrosion inhibitor for a longer period, protecting metal parts.
The formula allows the corrosion inhibitors to penetrate into close tolerance areas, preventing corrosion which allows for easier cleaning and/or paint preparation.
Note: Use of BVCI ensures healthy work environments. Workers opening BVCI treated packages or sealed containers will not be exposed to hazardous petroleum gases, or Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs).
A Green Chemistry Breakthrough!
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BCI Formulations Are Customizable
 United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) products can be combined with United Bio Lube's existing line of bio lubricants to meet your applications unique requirements. Additive composition, surface tension, and viscosities can be modified for special customer needs.
Renewable and biodegradable BCI chemistry can be use in Bio Penetrating Lubricants, Bio Wire Rope Oils, Bio Chain & Cable Oils, Bio Metaworking Fluids, Bio Assembly Oils, Bio Mold Release Oils, Bio Forming Oils, Bio Quench Oils, Bio Heat Transfer Oils, and Bio Slushing Oils.
Custom formulations include modifications to the actual BCI and BVCI products, i.e. Bio Corrosion Inhibiting Medium Preservative Oils, Bio Rust Preventatives, BioBlast™ Cleaning Compound/Corrosion Inhibitor, Bio General Purpose Cleaner/Degreaser, etc.
Note: Adjusting this formula to the application will prevent unnecessary waste, energy, and added expenses.
The following Biobased Lubricants are sold with BCI chemistry:
BioBlast™ Cleaning Compound w/ Bio Corrosion Inhibitors
BioBlast™ Cleaning Compound w/ Bio Corrosion Inhibitors is a BCI product that is a specially formulated, biodegradable, fast acting penetrant that blows away rust, dirt, and also the competition!
BioBlast™ is a patented composition of additives and Bio Solvents that provides a fast penetrating catalyst that is non-staining to ferrous and non-ferrous metals.
BioBlast™ displaces moisture and provides a high dielectric (47 kV ASTM D-877) insulating property in electrical equipment.
BioBlast™ contains NO Volatile Organic Compounds, (VOCs).
Corroded nuts and bolts shutter at the thought of BioBlast™!
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BPL - Bio Penetrating Lubricant (Fingerprint Remover) w/ Bio Corrosion Inhibitors
BPL - Bio Penetrating Lubricant w/ Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (Fingerprint Removal) is a light biobased lubricant meeting Mil-C-15074E Corrosion Preventative requirments that cleans and helps keep deposits from forming on weapons, while preventing corrosion.
An excellent product for industrial applications where a Light Penetrating Lubricant/Corrosion Inhibitor is needed.
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Bio Gun Cleaning Compound (Gun Bore Cleaner) w/ Bio Corrosion Inhibitors
Bio Gun Cleaning Compound (Gun Bore Cleaner) w/ Bio Corrosion Inhibitors is a BCI product that meets Mil-PRF372D Gun Cleaning Compound for bore of small arms and automatic aircraft weapons.
Excellent for applications where cleaning and corrosion prevention are necessary.
Better cleaning ability than Mil-C-15074E Corrosion Preventative products.
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Bio Concrete Mold Release Fluids (Soy Based) w/ Bio Corrosion Inhibitors
Bio Concrete Mold Release Fluids (Soy-based) w/ Bio Corrosion Inhibitors is a BCI product that is highly effective as a mold release or parting compound for cast concrete products.
This biobased formula results in smooth finishes on concrete cast from slurries.
In addition to its performance as a parting compound, the product is effective as a rust preventative, protecting the metal forms from rusting during use and storage. The absence of rust on the forms eliminates staining of the formed piece and serious loss of the forms themselves. Eliminating rust allows the metal forms to stay clean; "hang-up" or excessive deposits on the form edges are virtually eliminated.
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Bio General Purpose Cleaner/Degreaser - Water Emulsifiable (Soy Based) w/ Bio Corrosion Inhibitors
Bio General Purpose Cleaner/Degreaser - Water Emulsifiable (Soy Based) is a BCI product that can be used to replace petroleum solvents for cleaning parts and equipment.
Bio Corrosion Inhibitors also provide short term corrosion protection of your work pieces.
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Protects Raw Materials & Newly Machined Parts
Bio Corrosion Inhibitors protect both Ferrous and Non-ferrous metals.
Corrosion begins when an electrolyte (water and oxygen from humidity) is present on the surface of metal. When this condition occurs, electrons then flow from high energy areas of the metal to low energy areas, in a loop, or circuit, through the electrolyte. Current flows from anode to cathode on the metal surface forming rust, or corrosion in the process.
BCI and BVCI chemistries inhibit, or block, this reaction of rust and corrosion from occurring on the metal's surface.
BCI and BVCI molecules attach themselves to the metal surface to form an invisible Utra Thin Film protective coating that restricts the flow of electrons from the metal surface. Electrical current attempts to flow from the anode through the electrolyte to the cathode but is blocked due to the presence of the BCI's and BVCI's ultra thin film barrier.
This protective barrier is designed to seal out and provide long term protection against Salt, Air, and Moisture while retaining its advanced properties over a wide temperature range.
Metalworking & Machine Shop Applications
Use on equipment exposed to elements, air, water, and acids.
Use on Outdoor storage of Raw Materials
Use on Indoor storage of Machined Work-pieces
Use on Finished Stock.
Excellent as a Preservative Lubricant on Sheet Steel and Steel Parts.
Apply by Dipping, Spraying, or Brushing.
Return On Capital Investment
Our customers are seeking higher performance, new safety features, and a series of Return On Investment (ROI) incentives for switching over to Bio Corrosion Inhibitors made from renewable Green Chemistry.
Cost Justification For Selecting Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI)
Green Means Return On Investment
In most shops, the relative impact of corrosion inhibitor purchasing costs on net profitability over the course of a year is relatively minor.
Return On Investment (ROI) is a far better measure of cost justification. Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) made from Stabilized HOBS present a cost reduction opportunity for businesses, delivering a ROI many times over the purchasing cost differential incurred from switching to these high performance, multi-functional, multi-purpose light industrial oils.
The typical Return On Investment from gained operational efficiencies is much greater than the total cost of purchasing Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) over the course of a year.
No Hidden Costs
There are no extra costs incurred from switching over to Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI).
Contamination of Workers
Workers not using Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) or Bio Volatile Corrosion Inhibitors (BVCI) are operating under unnecessary risk from potential contamination. Exposure from petroleum corrosion inhibitors is common; often unavoidable and toxic.
Using United Bio Lube's patented BCI and BVCI Green Chemistries eliminates the potential negative health effects on workers or the environment. Workers are safe when there is incidental contact with Bio Corrosion Inhibitors due to naturally occurring events or human error.
Green Means Real Operational Cost Savings
Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) offer Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Machine Shops, Metalworking Facilities, and Auto Repair Shops
a cost-effective way to ensure precision in high accuracy work-pieces left in storage while improving the indoor air quality in assembly workplaces.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) add real value to Metalworking and Machine shops:
Less Wear from Corrosion
Protects Raw Materials & Machined Parts
 Patented Bio Corrosion Inhibitor (BCI) chemistry protects ferrous and nonferrous metals from rust and corrosion.
Rust and corrosion begins when an electrolyte (water, oxygen, humidity) is present on the surface of metal. When this happens, electrons then flow from high energy areas of the metal to low energy areas, in a loop, or circuit, through the electrolyte. Current flows from anode to cathode on the metal surface forming rust, or corrosion.
BCI chemisty restricts the flow of electrons to block rust and corrosion from occurring on the metal's surface. BCI molecules attach themselves to the metal surface forming a strong thin film protective coating. Electrical current attempts to flow from the anode through the electrolyte to the cathode but is blocked due to the presence of BCI's ultra thin barrier.
The protective barrier is designed to seal out and to provide long term protection agaist salt, air, and moisture while retaining its properties over a wide temperature range.
Less Corrosion Inhibitor Used
Stabilized Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are superior in Oxidation Stability. Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are very durable and will not break down under heat and moisture.
Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) have a longer Corrosion Inhibitor Service Life; thereby, they need to be applied less frequently.
Less Waste
- Eliminates hazardous waste handling and storage fees.
- No hazardous waste is generated at any point throughout the manufacturing, usage, or disposal of United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI).
Less Harmful
United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) provide the highest level of protection against toxic contamination. Such safety standards are inherently unattainable in petroleum based corrosion inhibitors.
The HOBS purity factor provides an additional level of insurance against worker contamination and fire.
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Made From Renewable Resources
HOBS Promotes U.S. Oil Independence
United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors were developed in collaboration with Dept. of Agriculture (USDA), Dept. of Interior (DOI), Dept. of Energy (DOE), and Dept. of Defense (DOD) through bipartisan initiatives, lead by senators Thomas Harkin (D, Iowa) and Richard Lugar (R, Indiana), to reduce America's dependency on fossil fuels and foreign oil while promoting rural economic development.
The High Oleic Base Stocks (HOBS) program is a cornerstone technology America is deploying to gain Self Reliance, Economic Security, Workplace Safety, and Environmental Protection for the next 100 years.
Stabilized High Oleic Base Stocks (HOBS)
 United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are formulated from U.S.D.A. sponsored High Oleic Base Stocks (HOBS)2 and processed with stabilized chemistry for:
- High Performance
- Longevity of corrosion and rust prevention
- Anti-Oxidation
- Cold Flow
- No Deposits
- Easy Clean-Up of parts after storage
- Fire Safety
- 100% Ultimate Biodegradation
HOBS are specialized commodity vegetable oil crops, i.e. Soy, Sunflower, Canola, and Corn. Once stabilized against oxidation, these basestocks yield the safest, most efficient oils available in today's marketplace.
Note: United Bio Lube's Green Policy position supports the Hybrid Breeding method for naturally growing Mid and High Oleic Base Stock commodity oil crops.
HOBS Promotes U.S. Green Chemistry Policy
Renewable agricultural High Oleic Base Stocks (HOBS) represent a growing Green Chemistry market segment that is directly addressing:
- U.S. dependency on fossil fuels and foreign oil.
- Solutions for sequestering CO2 and other harmful green house gases.
- The elimination of hazardous waste streams from toxic lubricants, solvents, and fuels.
- The fostering of new renewable, Green Chemistry based marketplaces.
- The preservation of U.S. manufacturing.
- The creation of new employment opportunities.
Each of these National Security Interests are inclusive, and in alignment with, the Green alternative energy policies advocated by ApolloAlliance.org, a Ten-Point Initiative for Clean Energy and Good Jobs. ApolloAlliance.org is an strategic alliance of government (U.S. Senators, Congressman, Governors, Mayors) and industry leaders (Labor Unions, Corporate Executives) organized to transition the U.S economy away from a Fossil Fuel dependent Hydrocarbon-based Economy towards a more sustainable, renewable Carbohydrate-based U.S. Bio Economy.
Green Chemistry Life Cycle
Broad use of vegetable oil based lubricants creates a continuous, long term economically sustainable Green Chemistry cycle within the greater U.S. Biobased Economy
whereby U.S. industries lubricate and protect machinery and equipment with Stabilized High Oleic Base Stocks (HOBS) grown on U.S. farms.
Most notably, no CO2 is produced in the manufacturing of Bio Corrosion Inhibitors. As High Oleic Base Stock (HOBS) vegetable oils are grown and scaled to U.S. commodity crop volumes, harmful Carbon Dioxide (CO2) gas is simultaneously sequestered, or 'pulled', from our atmosphere.
HOBS Sequesters CO2 From The Atmosphere
 As Soy, Sunflower, Canola, and Corn HOBS commodity crops are grown, harmful CO2 is sequestered, or pulled out of the atmosphere. By scaling out HOBS development across the country, the U.S. can begin to reverse its contributions to the dangerous trend of global warming.
HOBS Provides Unique Cradle-to-Grave Opportunities
United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors can be made from Recycled or Re-refined biobased fluids and oils, such as Bio Hydraulic Fluids or Bio Gear Oils.
Still non-hazardous after usage, Bio Hydraulic Fluids and Bio Gear Oils can be reclaimed and processed into additional biobased lubricant products, i.e. Bio Corrosion Inhibitors, Bio EP Greases, Bio Corrosion Inhibitors. In turn, these re-refined biobased lubricant products will completely biodegrade as they are expelled into the environment upon usage.
Re-refining biobased fluids and oils into biodegradable Bio Corrosion Inhibitors in the Total Loss Lubricant category represents an industry breakthrough in Cradle-to-Grave low environmental impact product lines. Such Green Chemistry solutions represent the future for controlling waste streams from lubricants.
HOBS Protects Against Soil Contamination
The non-hazardous naturally occurring esters found in HOBS are rated Ultimate Biodegradation3 and are renewable, recyclable, and sustainable national resources.
United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors are formulated with a non-toxic Zinc-free additive package with No Heavy Metals and No Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs).
HOBS are Safe, Non-Hazardous, and Worker-Friendly
Bio Corrosion Inhibitors have an additional benefit of being non-toxic to humans.
Meeting and exceeding many OEM specifications, Bio Corrosion Inhibitors are preferred over petroleum based products when:
- High performance is required
- There is incidental worker contact with the corrsion inhibitor
- Direct exposure to the environment is likely
Government Regulatory Compliance
Supports a Sustainable U.S. Biobased Economy
United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors are produced from renewable and sustainable agricultural commodity crops grown here in America.
One day soon, the United States of America will proudly begin Exporting these oil producing crops to a World caught up in a Peak Oil
crisis.
United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors represent a concerted bipartisan response to the numerous Call To Action statements
recently espoused by our government and industry leaders, namely to:
- Commercially develop a renewable domestic U.S. Biobased Oil Supply, Distribution, & Reserve Infrastructure on par with existing petroleum reserves.
- Scale out development and ongoing deployment of High Oleic Base Stock (HOBS) oil crops as a key renewable national resource.
- Scale out construction of Biobased Lubricant Refineries with outputs on par with existing petroleum refineries.
- Produce safer, non-toxic, Energy Conserving industrial oils from applied Green Chemistry principles.
- Directly lower Global Warming by providing our nation with a mechanism for sequestering harmful Carbon Dioxide (CO2) from our atmosphere.
- Export these Earth saving technologies to industrialized and developing nations of our World.
Urgently, America needs to secure the functioning of its industries in the event of an oil shortage.
Broad use of HOBS based Bio Corrosion Inhibitors throughout U.S. industries supports the immediate objectives of federal, state, and local governments whom
collectively are striving to:
- Move America forward towards U.S. Oil Independence.
- Foster Rural Economic Development by supporting domestically grown renewables.
- Reduce Green House Gas Emissions by supporting Biobased Manufacturing.
- Eliminate worker health impacts caused by using hazardous petroleum based lubricants.
- Promote, accelerate, and prosper from an emerging U.S. Biobased Economy.
2002 Farm Bill Act Mandates All Federal Agencies Purchase Biobased Products
Currently, the U.S. government mandates stewardship of our environment explicitly in the 2002 Farm Bill Act.
 Bio Corrosion Inhibitors enable governments and corporations to comply with White House Executive Order 13101, 'Greening of the Government
Through Waste Prevention, Recycling, and Federal Acquisition', issued in 1998 by President William J. Clinton and signed into federal law by
President George W. Bush via the 2002 Farm Bill Act.
The 2002 Farm Bill Act mandates all U.S. Federal Government Agencies
purchase environmentally safe, Biobased, vegetable oil lubricants. Signed into law May 13, 2002,
by President George W. Bush, the new law includes a Federal Biobased Products Preferred Procurement Program (FB4P) which obliges all
federal agencies to purchase biobased products "to the maximum extent practicable."
Products covered by the procurement program include Lubricants, Solvents, Fuel Conditioners, Inks, Paints and Coatings, Plastics,
Adhesives, Cleaners, and more.
The term Biobased Product is spelled out in Section 9002 of the Farm Security & Rural Investment Act of 2002, which says,
"the term 'Biobased Product' means a product determined by the Secretary to be a commercial or industrial product (other than food or feed) that is composed, in whole or in significant part, of biological products or renewable domestic agricultural materials (including plant, animal, and marine materials) or forestry materials."
TITLE IX. Energy is where the procurement preference for Biobased Products is mandated.
Enables Compliance with Environmental Policies and Laws
Today, U.S. leaders are recognizing their leadership role in jump starting the
U.S. Biobased Economy in order to unlock the vast world-wide economic and social opportunities awaiting this century.
Using Bio Corrosion Inhibitors enables compliance with the following White House Executive Orders, Federal Mandates, and U.S. Law:
UBL's Quadruple Bottom Line
1. High Performance
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United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are Stabilized to prevent oxidation from occurring.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) chemistry prevent rusting and corrosion of surfaces.
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Non-Staining to Steel, Aluminum, and Yellow metals.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) have good Light Color stability.
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Outstanding corrosion protection as measured by Mil-PRF-3150D Humidity Cabinet Test.
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Outstanding corrosion protection as measured by Mil-PRF-3150D Salt Spray Tests.
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Outstanding water displacement properties.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) can also be water emulsifiable.
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Ultra thin, highly protective films of 0.02 mils or less can be applied.
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Reliable, long lasting thin film. Up to 60 days before failure.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are compatible with all types of metals.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are compatible with general purpose Elastomers and other types of rubber.
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Easy parts Clean-Up after storage.
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2. Health & Occupational Safety
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Use of Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) and Bio Volative Corrosion Inhibitors (BVCI) ensures safe worker environments.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) do not contain any chemical listed as a carcinogen or potential carcinogen by OSHA, IARC Monographs or National Toxicology Program.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) have no known hazards.
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The extremely low volatility of HOBS increases this product's flash point and fire safety features.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are free of Aromatics, Chlorine, and Sulfur!
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) have no Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs)
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Using Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) eliminates unpleasant and irritating petroleum odors.
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NFPA CODE: HEALTH: 1 FIRE: 1 REACTIVITY: 0
HMIS CODE: HEALTH: 1 FIRE: 1 REACTIVITY: 0
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3. Environmental Compliance & Protection
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are EPA and ISO 14040 compliant.
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are preferred over petroleum products in applications where there is a direct danger of polluting the air, water, soil, or work environment through loss of the corrosion inhibitor.
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United Bio Lube's Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) have the hightest U.S.D.A. rating of Ultimate Biodegradability. Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are greater than 80% biodegradable in 28 days meeting the ASTM D-5864 method, "Aerobic Aquatic Biodegradation of Lubricants".
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Bio Corrosion Inhibitors (BCI) are Environmentally Responsible solvents formulated from renewable agricultural plant resources.
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HOBS are renewable crops that reduce CO2 each season as they are grown by pulling CO2 from the air.
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4. Return On Investment - ROI
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Protects raw materials and machined parts and components from surface degradation due to rust and corrosion.
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Preserves accuracy in fine precision machined parts and components while shipped and stored.
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Reduces toxic exposures to workers.
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Enables compliance with environmental regulations.
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Reduces hazardous materials handling and storage costs.
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Helps begin to foster U.S Oil Independence.
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Promotes a renewable U.S. Bio Economy.
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1Ultimate Biodegradation (Pw1) within 28 days in ASTM D-5864 Aerobic Aquatic Biodegradation of Lubricants.
2High Oleic Base Stocks (HOBS) are agricultural vegetable oils. Stabilized technology enables HOBS to perform as a high performance formula in high and low temperature applications, reducing oil thickening and deposits.
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