PARTNER OF CHOICE for speciality oils and fluids across Europe and beyond
For more than 35 years, SIP Speciality Oils and Fluids has been a respected and recognised independent marketer and distributor. Based in London, we have been supplying customers in Europe and the wider African and Middle Eastern markets for many years. SIP has one of the most comprehensive product portfolios, covering a wide range of base fluids for many product applications.
We are especially known for our extensive range of viscosity grades of mineral white oils with Halal, Kosher and Vegan approvals, and our premium oils for industrial and drilling applications. We manage our own vessel and road tanker operations in-house, based around our storage hub in North West Europe. We pride ourselves on our ability to deliver where our competitors cannot by giving tight lead times, support for unusual viscosity grades, and our own experienced in-house technical services and operations team who offer a bespoke service.
Our Products
Medicinal White Oils
The SIPMED, SIPMED LP and SIPMED USP series are highly refined, extremely pure, colourless, odourless and tasteless pharmaceutical grade white mineral oils that meet the requirements of the European and US Pharmacopoeia.
These products are used as emollients or carrier fluids in many applications, including personal care, baby care, dermatological preparations, petroleum jelly manufacture, sun care and tissue manufacture.
Kosher and Halal approved, the high purity nature of these key oils means that they can also be used as ingredients in the formulations of food grade lubricants and SIP supports this sector through its wide range of NSF H1, HX-1 and H3 registrations.
The SIPMED grades are also used as key ingredients in the paper and pulp sector to produce food packaging
Premium Industrial Base Oils
Our comprehensive range of premium Industrial base oils are helping to deliver longer life, improved operational effectiveness over a wider temperature range, greater equipment protection and reduced impact upon the environment.
With experience across so many industry sectors, we apply our knowledge and expertise to deliver speciality base oil solutions, allowing you to formulate premium quality lubricants that will operate in the severest of industrial applications.
SIP has an extensive product portfolio, marketed under different SIP brand names according to the end application, to support the wide range of applications within the Industrial lubricant sector.
SIPMET
The SIPMET and SIPMET ECO range have been specifically designed for formulating premium neat metalworking fluids. The products have low pour points and Noack volatilities, which provide better oil mist control, and with only trace levels of Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), they are ideal for formulating oils that comply with stringent factory environmental requirements for oil mist, helping to overcome manufacturers’ health and safety concerns.
These products have a carbon footprint that is 30% less than conventional mineral base oils, and because the specifications and quality are indistinguishable from conventional mineral base oils they give formulators a straightforward stepping stone to improve the sustainable performance of their portfolio.
SIPTECH
The SIPTECH range of technical white oils represent a versatile series of base oils designed for applications that require high purity, low aromatic, colourless and odourless oils with good pour points and flash points. They are available in a viscosity range from 10 to 100cSt at 40°C and typically meet FDA 21 CFR 178.3620 (b) and FDA 21 CFR 573.680 regulations, which enable them to be used in food grade lubricants conforming to the NSF H1 and HX1 performance for incidental food contact.
SIP ID
The SIP ID (Isomerised Dewaxed) range, which includes ID LP (Isomerised Dewaxed Low Pour), are highly refined, catalytically cracked base oils, which are predominantly iso-paraffinic in character. The high proportion of iso-paraffins lowers the crystallisation temperature and so these oils have excellent low temperature fluidity, low Noack volatilities and when blended with appropriate additives, provide excellent oxidation and thermal stability, equivalent to that of Group IV Polyalphaolefins (PAOs).
SIPBASE
A comprehensive range of high quality base oils, providing the formulator with the flexibility to produce a wide range of quality Industrial and Automotive lubricants.
Process Oils
By definition, a process oil can be used in a wide variety of applications, not as a lubricant but as a raw material or a processing aid. As such, a wide variety of oils and fluids can act as process oils and the quality of the process oil is normally dictated by the application into which it is being used.
A number of SIP’s product brands act as process oils including:
SIPTECH
SIPTECH technical white oils are extensively used as process oils and carrier fluids for the manufacture of defoamants in the paper and pulp manufacturing industry as well as sealant extender oils. The low viscosity SIPTECH fluids are used for printing ink distillates, offering good solvency and low volatility with no Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s).
SIPMED
Pharmaceutical white oils meeting the requirements of the European Plastics Regulations (No 10/2011) (SIPMED 68 and above) are used as process oils where the end application is typically for food contact such as Polystyrene production for food packaging, or where a highly UV stable oil is required to guard against yellowing in white rubbers or medicinal rubber processing.
SIPPRO
High-quality speciality fluids for use in formulation of both professional and domestic silicone sealants and a range of high-quality paraffinic and naphthenic oils for use both in hot melt and pressure sensitive adhesives.
SIP are distributors for Calumet™ Speciality Products Partners L.P.
HYDROCAL™
NAPHTHENIC BASE OILS
HYDROCAL naphthenic base stocks are produced exclusively by Calumet using a multi-stage hydrotreating process operating at pressures above 2500 psi. This process offers the unique ability that currently meets established and future performance standards.
APPLICATIONS
- Metalworking Fluids
- Heat Transfer Fluids
- Hydraulic Oils
- Compressor Oils
- Gear Oils
- Aviation Hydraulic Fluids
- Cutting Oils
- Greases
- Automatic Transmission Fluids
- More than 30 years of history manufacturing naphthenic base stocks
- Broad range of viscosities available from 38 SUS @ 100 °F to Bright Stock
- All HYDROCAL products pass the IP346 Standard
- Meets FDA 21 CFR 178.3620(c) requirements
CALSOL™
PROCESS OILS
HYDROCAL naphthenic base stocks are produced exclusively by Calumet using a multi-stage hydrotreating process operating at pressures above 2500 psi. This process offers the unique ability that currently meets established and future performance standards.
CALSOL specialty process oils are refined from a select blend of crude oil using a state-of-the-art, multistage hydrogenation process. This severe hydrotreating process offers the unique ability to produce specialty process oils that meet currently established performance standards for a variety of applications. The quality control practices that Calumet implements regarding crude oil selection and subsequent refining processes ensure consistent uniformity and product performance.
Speciality Fluids
We offer a wide range of high quality oils and fluids for a variety of applications including industrial fuels, combustion products (lamp oils, gel candles and heating oils), spray oils, and specialised solvents.
SIP has an extensive range of speciality fluids, marketed under different SIP brand names according to the end application, to support your requirement, no matter how specialised your application.
SIPPAR
The SIPPAR range of cost effective linear and isoparaffins exhibit very low levels of toxicity and have excellent occupational hygiene characteristics. These low viscosity fluids are available in a range of viscosities from 1 to 4cSt at 40°C and exhibit defined boiling characteristics. Our isoparaffinic fluids are ideal for applications where improved low temperature fluidity and low pour points are essential.
SIPSPRAY
The SIPSPRAY range is specifically designed for producing superior crop protection oils, where occupational hygiene and minimizing environmental impact are critical. They provide a high degree of pesticidal effectiveness, coupled with low phytotoxicity.
SIPSPRAY base oils have particularly high unsulphonated residues coupled with excellent distillation characteristics and meet the stringent requirements of various crop spray specifications, including those for Florida Citrus Spray oils and the Californian Narrow Range oils. They are available as neat base oils or as oils containing emulsifier.
SIPEX
The SIPEX range of high-quality dearomatized oils are ideal for use in both Ammonium Nitrate Fuel Oil (ANFO) and Ammonium nitrate emulsion explosives. The portfolio provides a broad range of viscosities from 2.4cSt to 20cSt at 40°C to meet a variety of formulation requirements. SIPEX oils have extremely low sulphur levels, are colourless and odourless, with only trace aromatics content for safe use in confined environments.
Applications:
- Ammonium Nitrate Fuel Oil (ANFO)
- Heavy ANFO
- Bulk Emulsions
- Cartridge and packaged emulsions
SIPEX oils therefore have considerable benefits in terms of health, safety and the environment over the traditional diesel or fuel oils used in ANFO.
Additives
The SIPADD range of lubricant additives was introduced a few years ago, and due to its ongoing success continue to expand.
The SIPADD range of additive components enables a blender to formulate and boost industrial and automotive lubricants in a quick and cost-effective way, without unnecessary cost for product validation and testing.
Our technical team has identified the most appropriate offerings in the market and ensure that SIP quality standards warrant performance of these components.
The range contains a number of basic component categories that meet the typical specifications known to and required by companies to formulate for everyday applications, including use in two- and four- stroke engine oils for automotive, motorcycle and agricultural use, industrial applications such as hydraulic, compressor and gear oils, and specialist applications like marine oils, wire rope lubricants and greases, plus a variety of aftermarket solutions.
As market needs evolve the SIPADD portfolio will continue to evolve with it, in light of market interest and customer feedback. Our technical team have many years experience in helping customers to formulate products and they take pride in understanding our customers’ requirements and concerns. They will be happy to work with you to identify the most appropriate solutions in our current and future portfolio to meet your needs!
Environmentally Acceptable Base Oils
At SIP, we are committed to driving the transition towards a sustainable future and as such have introduced SIPBiO, our new line of bio-based, renewable, and biodegradable products. Developed specifically for applications beyond fuels, SIPBiO fluids offer a wide array of advantages for industries such as automotive, metalworking, coatings, inks, and transformers, among others.
Our extensive selection of eco-friendly fluids contributes to longer equipment life, enhanced performance across various temperatures, increased protection, and a reduced environmental footprint. With SIPBiO products, industries can adopt a more eco-conscious approach while benefiting from exceptional viscosity control and dependable lubrication.
SIPBiO H Series
The SIPBiO H series consists of bio-based hydrocarbons that are readily biodegradable and of low viscosity. These fluids possess characteristics similar to naphthenics, offering high solvency along with a very high viscosity index (VI), and an excellent response to antioxidants. They are compatible with most conventional base oils, additives, plasticisers, and sealant materials. With outstanding features such as excellent lubricating properties, high oxidation stability, low pour point, bio-based content exceeding 98%, and a carbon-negative footprint, the SIPBiO H series is an ideal choice for multiple industrial applications.
SIPBiO E Series
SIPBiO 32E is a K-class natural ester-based dielectric fluid derived from renewable vegetable oils. Tested for its flash point, fire point, biodegradability, and aquatic toxicity, it offers superior safety and environmental protection. This fully formulated fluid not only safeguards the environment, but also significantly reduces maintenance time and cost, fluid consumption, clean-up costs, insurance premiums, and carbon footprint. Additionally, it facilitates faster moisture extraction from paper insulation while maintaining breakdown voltage, thereby extending the life of transformers.
SIPBiO 46-320E, a range of products derived from renewable natural and modified esters, offer exceptional versatility. They cater to diverse industrial applications such as process oils, wood treatment, chain oils, rock drilling, lubricity enhancement, and serve as a bright stock alternative.
SIPBiO ES Series
The SIPBiO ES series offers a targeted selection of high-performance synthetic esters designed for both automotive and industrial lubricant applications, including two-stroke and four-stroke engine oils, metal rolling oils, environmentally acceptable fluids, and dielectric fluids for electrical insulation purposes. These esters are not only readily biodegradable and possess low viscosity, but they also demonstrate exceptional oxidation stability. With their high viscosity indices and effectiveness as friction modifiers, they serve as versatile additives and base fluids in lubricant formulations.
Drilling Base Fluids
SIP has been supplying fluids to the global drilling industry for more than 25 years. Our extensive knowledge and experience in this demanding industry sector includes a comprehensive product range that helps both operators and service companies meet the latest government and industry regulations for the use of materials in offshore exploration. SIP are active members of the European Oilfield Speciality Chemicals Association (EOSCA), and therefore keep up to date with both current and possible future regulatory regimes.
The high quality SIPDRILL series has a viscosity range from 1.7 to 3.9 cSt @ 40 Deg C, are colourless and odourless, with low volatility and high flash points. They are sheen free and exhibit very low orders of toxicity to marine life, with world class occupational hygiene characteristics. They contain zero or trace levels of polycyclic aromatics and all are registered with the Offshore Chemical Notification Scheme (OCNS). Depending on the nature of the oil, SIPDRILL fluids can be highly biodegradable and demonstrate their purity by meeting the US FDA 21 CFR 178.3620 (b) standard for incidental food contact products.
The characteristics of the SIPDRILL fluids make them suitable for the most challenging drilling applications and environments, such as HPHT, Deep Water Offshore, extended reach & horizontal drilling, sensitive shallow water environments, swamplands as well as most land based drilling.
All SIPDRILL base oils have been tested for their compatibility with key elastomers used offshore. These include Teflon, Aflas, Nitrile and Viton.
For a detailed breakdown of the SIPDRILL range and their individual product features, download our SIPDRILL Brochure (PDF) and register for our user area for product specific technical data. SIP can also produce individual and bespoke drilling base oils, which can be designed to meet a range of individual technical or environmental considerations.
Product Development
Our ability to independently source from global manufacturers, combined with our product development programme, has enabled SIP to develop a comprehensive product portfolio of both mineral and synthetically derived basestocks which meet our customers evolving requirements. Where required, we develop and blend customised products to meet specific needs.
The need for product development may be driven by a number of factors. Legislative or regulatory changes, customer demand for increased efficiency, operational cost reduction, quality improvement, performance or durability increases and OEM demands are all reasons why the modern product slate has to be dynamic. Whatever the issue, no matter how demanding or unusual the specification required, our industry experts will work closely with specialists to develop and test new formulations and deliver the optimum solution. All testing of newly developed products is undertaken by independent laboratories and samples can be supplied to customers for their own development testing.
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