- Grease production will restore reliable access to grease
products used in numerous critical industries including
manufacturing, engineering, maintenance, construction,
transportation, fleet, automotive, etc.
- The grand opening and ribbon cutting on June 18 was attended by county and local
leaders
- Production from the Lucas Oil Grease Plant is set to begin
late Summer of 2024
INDIANAPOLIS, June 19,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lucas Oil, the world leader and
distributor of high-performance automotive additives and
lubricants, today announced the opening of its expanded grease
manufacturing capabilities within its 400,000 square foot
production facility in Indiana.
The significant enhancement incorporates a new production area
dedicated to developing and manufacturing industrial and commercial
greases, addressing a national grease shortage that has impacted
multiple industries since supply chain disruptions caused by the
pandemic.
"Bringing a dedicated grease plant online was a strategic
decision to increase our production capabilities and have a
specialized space that can help increase our output, efficiency and
ability to develop more advanced formulations," said Lucas Oil CEO
Morgan Lucas. "By investing in the
buildout of this facility, we're not just committing to quality;
we're embracing the responsibility to boost the industrial sector
and the larger economy. This plant allows us to create and deliver
superior, reliable industrial greases that can enhance equipment
longevity and efficiency, which is crucial for our industrial
customers looking to optimize their operations and reduce downtime.
Ultimately, this move is about providing a product that stands up
to rigorous use and supports a sustainable economic future by
improving overall industrial productivity."
"Lucas Oil has always been one of Harrison County's top businesses and their
investment into the facility highlights their commitment to our
community and the state of Indiana," said Darrell
Voelker, Executive Director of Harrison County Economic
Development Corp. "This new capability is very exciting because
Lucas Oil is not only expanding their production capabilities to
respond to a global product shortage, but this will also give a
boost to our local economy."
In addition to Mr. Voelker, other county and local leaders
including Harrison County Council Chairman Donnie Hussung, County Commissioner President
Nelson Stepro, Harrison County
Chamber President Lisa Long and
Corydon Town Manager Bruce
Cunningham joined Lucas Oil Executives to cut the
ribbon.
About the Lucas Oil Grease Plant
- The plant is part of Lucas Oil's expanded operations in
Indiana and represents its
commitment to meet the current and future lubrication needs for all
commercial and consumer applications.
- New grease production capability occupies approximately
25,000 sq ft of the existing 400,000 sq. ft facility which
includes an ISO-certified research and development lab, blending
and production lines.
- Plant is dedicated to manufacturing Lucas Oil's signature
greases: Red 'N' Tacky, X-Tra Heavy Duty, and Marine.
- Red 'N' Tacky Grease has been reformulated to use calcium
sulfonate as a thickener instead of lithium – new formula has
better performance in several areas
- Research and development of the new Red 'N' Tacky grease was
done at Lucas Oil's ISO-certified laboratory in Corydon; the lab also handles the quality
control responsibilities for all products produced in both of Lucas
Oil's Corydon manufacturing
facilities
- Jobs created include management, equipment operations,
packaging, warehouse operations, administrative and more
Lucas Oil's latest venture not only demonstrates its agility in
responding to market demands but also highlights its ongoing
commitment to growth within the Indiana region.
ABOUT LUCAS OIL
For more than 35 years, Lucas has set the world standard in
superior engine oils, additives, appearance and lubricant products
– powering lifestyles across the automotive, trucking, marine,
outdoor, motorsports, industrial and home product worlds. The
hard-charging American brand's commitment to bring the ultimate in
performance solutions impacts every customer and partner equally –
from jointly-engineered oil for racing teams like Richard Childress
Racing (RCR), Monster Jam®, sports teams like the Dallas Cowboys
and Indianapolis Colts, to additives that deliver unrivaled fuel
economy, power and extended engine life to an everyday driver.
Based in Indianapolis, the
company's rapidly expanding global footprint is highlighted by
cutting-edge research and development operations, evolving retail
channels and high-tech manufacturing. More than 300 premium
products make up the largest variety of shelf products of any oil
company in the United States with
a distribution network across 48 different countries and big-name
retailers that include Amazon, Walmart, AutoZone, O'Reilly Auto
Parts, Advance Auto Parts, Carquest and more. For more information,
visit www.LucasOil.com and follow #TeamLucasOil on Facebook,
Twitter, X, Instagram and TikTok.
Contact: Lucas Oil Corporate
Communications
310.374.6177
LucasOil@GoDriven360.com
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