To support its accelerated growth, Meyer acquired a carrier in 2009, inheriting a purchase agreement for a competing synthetic blend 15W-40 engine oil. The new fleet’s engine life to overhaul was not meeting expectations.

“When using the contracted synthetic blend 15W-40, we experienced some engine failures, which cost us in downtime and maintenance,” says Kenny Fromme, National Fleet Director of Meyer Logistics.

Meyer Logistics turned to Ackerman Oil, who suggested the transportation company take the opportunity to re-evaluate their fluids across all of their fleets.

Eric Arvin at Ackerman Oil challenged Meyer Logistics to conduct a DURON trial, with a goal of extending drains and increasing productivity. The trial compared the performance of DURON against both the current competitive brand oil used in the majority of their trucks and the synthetic blend 15W-40 fluid.

“I had never worked with Petro-Canada Lubricants before, so I’ll admit I was skeptical of the performance a new engine oil could provide,” adds Fromme.

• In 2017 when the trial was first completed, drain intervals were extended* by 50% from 20,000 to 30,000 miles
• 200 additional trucks in the fleet now using the full Petro-Canada Lubricants product line. Since using PRECISION™ XL EP2 grease, not a single kingpin has been replaced
• Since 2021, drain intervals have been stretched out to 50,000 miles now
• Fleet running DURON™ SHP 10W-30 to support lower fuel consumption, with wear protection and drain intervals as good or better than previous SAE 15W-40 grade

* Extending drain intervals should always be undertaken in conjunction with an oil analysis program.

“We’re believers in the solutions from Petro-Canada Lubricants,” concludes Fromme. “Since the switch we continue to save money and extend drains across our fleet, an overall win-win situation for our operation. Ackerman Oil has been a great partner and we trust them with our fleet.”

A STEP AHEAD
Always a step ahead of the rest, Meyer Logistics likes to keep an eye on the latest technologies to ensure they get the most out of their fleet. From investing in the latest in truck technology, to oil analysis and trailer skirting and more, they want to be in the know. They have supported the Petro-Canada Lubricants brand for many years and will continue to help us build new technologies as they emerge, like PC-12 and even SAE 0W-20. A great partner to have.