EnviroTech 2026: Cut Friction Losses in Cement Plants

Why are cement plants still paying for invisible energy losses – every operating hour?

Hidden friction losses cost cement producers up to €350,000 per mill annually. While most decarbonisation strategies focus on fuels or carbon capture, friction remains underestimated – and unaddressed.

The reality: If nothing breaks, we think we've succeeded. But lubricants are paid once. Energy losses are paid every hour.

The opportunity: Energy-efficient lubrication cuts friction, lowers electricity demand, and delivers measurable CO₂ reductions – with ROI in months, not years.

Discover our proven approach at EnviroTech London 2026.

 

 

Meet us at EnviroTech London 2026
15–18 March 2026 | London, UK

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  • EnviroTech London, Park Plaza London Riverbank
  • 15–18 March 2026
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17 March 2026, 11:05 am
Learn from real-world cement industry cases

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Join Our Presentation: Lubrication as an Energy Lever

 

Topic: Beyond Zero-Sum | Rethinking the Role of Lubrication
Speaker: Ahmet Şener, Head of Global Cement Industry, Klüber Lubrication
Date: 17 March 2026 
Time: 
11:05 – 11:30 
Location: 
Park Plaza London Riverbank 

What You'll Learn

This presentation demonstrates how energy-efficient lubrication moves beyond failure prevention to become a measurable lever for energy savings and CO₂ reduction in cement production.

Key Takeaways

  • A fresh perspective on lubrication as an energy efficiency strategy – not just a maintenance topic 
  • Real cement industry cases with verified savings and fast payback periods 
  • Practical insights for plant managers, energy managers and sustainability leaders 
  • How to measure and verify your savings using industry standards 

Speaker

Ahmet Şener 
Head of Global Cement Industry, Klüber Lubrication 

Ahmet leads Klüber Lubrication's global cement strategy from Munich, focusing on energy-efficient lubrication technologies and CO₂ reduction through friction optimisation. He works at the intersection of application expertise, energy optimisation and digitalisation to support the cement industry's decarbonisation journey. 

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Measurable Results from Real Cement Plants

All savings verified using certified measurement protocols (DIN ISO 50015 / IPMVP). Trusted by cement plants worldwide.

Energy Efficient Solutions Across Applications

Klüber Lubrication supports cement producers with proven, application-specific solutions:

Enclosed Gearboxes (Mills & roller presses)

  • Challenge: High energy consumption, frequent oil changes, maintenance downtime
  • Solution: Energy-efficient synthetic gear oils
  • Results: Reduced power consumption, extended oil change intervals, lower maintenance effort

Compressors & Auxiliaries (Air, CO₂ & process compressors)

  • Challenge: Energy losses, overheating, unplanned shutdowns
  • Solution: Synthetic lubricants
  • Results: Reduced energy use, less overheating, fewer unplanned shutdowns

Supporting Carbon Capture with Proven Lubrication

Carbon Capture is moving from concept to reality in cement. With more than 54 CCUS projects planned globally, the industry needs lubrication solutions that can handle new challenges: extreme pressures in CO₂ compressors, corrosion from carbonic acid, and continuous operation under demanding conditions.

Klüber Lubrication provides specialized lubricants engineered for CCUS equipment – from CO₂ compressors to capture unit auxiliaries. Our solutions protect against deposits, extend component lifetime, and maintain energy efficiency even in carbon capture systems.

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