1. VEHICLE FLEET COST AND
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
REDUCTION STRATEGY
from TOHO 9000 Australia *
* BIBLIS HOLDINGS PTY LTD
trading as TOHO 9000 Australia
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Index
Page
Corporate Objectives 3
Introduction to TOHO 9000 4
How does TOHO 9000 work? 5
Product Capabilities & Savings 8
Example Vehicle Test Results 10
TOHO 9000 Guarantee 12
TOHO 9000 Benefits Matrix 12
Cost Benefit Analysis 13
TOHO 9000 Applications & Proportions 14
Client Reference Sites 15
Insurance Certificate 16
Sample Forms
Fleet Profile Template 17
Oil Test Log ‐ Trial 18
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Corporate Objectives
To be the Leading Oil Additive in Australia for use in all :
Engines
Mechanical transmission systems
Hydraulic systems
To Enable Australian Businesses to be more competitive by
assisting them to Reduce Costs and Increase Profits through :
Reduced fleet operating costs
Extended vehicle economic operating life
Reduced pollution and carbon footprint
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Introduction to TOHO 9000
Over the past decade, TOHO 9000™ Australia has assisted many organisations to achieve
remarkable savings in the cost of operating their vehicle fleet and all motorised
equipment including compaction, excavation, mining, mowing, chipping and marine
equipment.
The product which has allowed these organisations to achieve the savings is TOHO 9000
the preferred oil fortifier.
These savings have resulted from a dramatic decrease in oil consumption, an observable
reduction in fuel consumption, considerably reduced downtime, extended productive life
and other significant benefits. This has allowed TOHO 9000 clients to streamline their
business operations by eliminating costs and unnecessary functions.
Another major advantage of TOHO 9000 is the contribution it will make to your
environmental strategy. Making TOHO 9000 a standard part of your fleet lubrication
program will materially cut oil consumption, lower fuel consumption and thereby
significantly reduce your carbon footprint. This may be an important benefit in a carbon
tax or ETS based environment. We will explain below how the product works and how we
can assist your organisation to take advantage of the range of benefits enjoyed by existing
TOHO 9000 clients.
Product Overview
TOHO 9000 is a revolutionary product which when added to regular lubrication oil extends
its useful life by a factor of at least twelve times for most vehicles (for full details see
Applications Page 9). Laboratory tests and field usage of TOHO 9000 has proven that oil life
is extended without degradation of the protective properties. The product will extend not
only the useful life of engine oil but also any oil based lubricant or hydraulic fluid used in
trucks, passenger vehicles, marine applications, earthmoving equipment or other plant.
History of TOHO 9000
TOHO 9000 was developed over a 15 year period by a team of Japanese scientists from the
University of Tokyo. TOHO 9000 was then tested and it’s qualities certified by the Austrian
based laboratory, AVL GmbH, in Vienna in 1997. JAL (Japan Airlines) have been using
TOHO 9000 for the past 17 years in the engines and hydraulic systems of their ground based
service vehicles. It was introduced to Australia in 1996 by Biblis Holdings Pty Ltd (trading
as TOHO 9000 Australia), the sole agent for the Pacific region. Since then the company has
monitored large numbers of client field trials and the results have been phenomenally
positive.
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How does TOHO 9000 work?
Effects and Characteristics of TOHO 9000
Without TOHO 9000
Regular new engine oil is liquid and as shown in the Diagram A below (Panel 1), the micro
particles smaller than 1/100 micron move freely within the oil. As these micro particles
mix with the oxide, carbon and sulfuric acid produced by combustion in the engine, they
bind together and form much larger particles (Panel 2). Although these larger particles
are not really solid masses, as they increase in size they effectively increase the viscosity of
the oil.
These larger particles cannot pass through the oil filter and will eventually cause the filter
to become clogged and ineffective. Thus, the quality of the oil is degraded as the filter
becomes ineffective and the larger particle groups and byproducts of combustion remain
unfiltered in the pool of lubricant oil used in the engine (Panel 3).
Panel 1 Panel 2 Panel 3
Diagram A ‐ Without TOHO 9000
With TOHO 9000
Using TOHO 9000 in regular engine oil limits particles from binding together to form larger
particles, thereby ensuring all the oil continues to pass through the filter, removing the
harmful byproducts of combustion. This maintains optimum engine performance and
reduces long term engine wear. The smaller TOHO 9000 particles attach to the larger oil
particles which lubricate the internal metal parts of the engine, providing anti‐rust and
anti‐corrosion protection, and also performing an effective cleaning action.
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Diagram B ‐ Magnified Representation of a Metal Surface.
This diagram depicts how the fine TOHO 9000 particles attach and protect the metal
surface at a micro level compared to the much larger regular oil particles which provide
reduced protection.
Diagram C ‐ Magnified Representation of a regular oil particle
This diagram depicts how, by adding TOHO 9000 to regular engine oil, the TOHO 9000
micro particles suppress the binding of regular engine oil particles, preventing the oil
from becoming excessively viscous and degrading due to ineffective filtering of carbon
and other byproducts of combustion.
The dispersion/dissociation effect of TOHO 9000 ensures that the oil particles are
maintained at a diameter of less than 1 micron. The oil filter will not be blocked even after
extended usage (the size of the filter’s pore is one micron). Since the oil particles do not
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clog the filter, it can continue to function for a life span of 4 to 10 times the normal life of
a filter. Even though the sludge carbon will float in the oil as micro particles, causing the
color of the oil to turn black, this does not mean that the oil has degraded. It still
maintains its protective qualities.
In addition to significantly extending oil and filter life, TOHO 9000 cleans the internal parts
of the engine, reduces wear of the cylinder and piston rings and lowers sludge formation
behind piston rings, helping to reduce ‘sticking’.
Diagram D – TOHO 9000 Cleaning Effect
TOHO 9000 does not evaporate even at high temperatures. Most regular engine oils stick to
the cylinder and are vaporized at high temperatures meaning that lost oil must be
repeatedly replenished. Because TOHO 9000 minimises evaporation this further
contributes to lower oil consumption.
TOHO 9000 has a friction coefficient lower than half that of regular engine oil. Engines run
noticeably quieter and smoother without wasting oil, and at the same time they deliver
increased power and have a lower exhaust temperature.
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Product Capabilities & Savings
As a complete oil fortifier, TOHO 9000 brings a range of benefits well beyond regular oil
additives and is proven to deliver significant cost savings and other benefits to the user.
These benefits include ‐
• Lower oil consumption ‐ saving 80+% compared to conventional and synthetic
oils. The reduction in waste oil is also a significant environmental benefit.
• Lower fuel consumption – saving 5% ‐ 7% and further reducing pollution.
• Extends engine life due to greater protection resulting in reduced wear and tear.
• Material savings through increased performance, reduced downtime (scheduled
and unscheduled), increased productivity and improved reliability.
• Improved performance – engines run smoother and power is increased.
• Lower downtime due to less time spent changing oil and greater reliability.
• Major reduction in oil stock and filter holdings due to the reduction in oil
change frequency.
• Better utilisation of workshop time.
• Reduced administration (less purchasing and stock control of oil and filters).
TOHO 9000 is 100% mineral based and contains no PTFE (Teflon). The product is well
proven in a wide range of applications and is supported by extensive laboratory and field
trials over a period of 15 years.
Ultimately, using TOHO 9000 will result in a win/win, saving on expenditure while also
reducing the detrimental impact of oil consumption and waste disposal on the
environment.
Cost Savings
Attached to this information pack (page 13) is a Cost/Benefit Analysis illustrating the
savings which can be achieved in the cost of running a sample heavy vehicle. The
financial benefits of using TOHO 9000 as illustrated in the attached analysis are clearly
evident and we believe that comparable savings can be achieved in the cost of operating
your vehicle fleet and other motorised equipment.
In order to allow us to make a preliminary estimate of the potential for such savings we
request that you complete a summary profile of your fleet using the attached Fleet Profile
Template (page 17) and fax it to TOHO 9000 Australia on87 (02) 9662 3608. This
information will allow us to quantify the scale of potential savings available to your
business by using TOHO 9000.
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TOHO 9000 Longevity
Over the past 15 years TOHO Australia has submitted over 600 successfully tested oil
samplings. Recently one of our clients, Marrickville Council ran one of their vehicles past
3000 operating hours just to prove the point that TOHO 9000 continues to perform past the
warranted 2,500 hours. The TOHO 9000 treated oil continued to perform without signs of
material degradation.
The next page (10) shows graphs of the trends in some of the key elements analysed by
the test laboratory, Oil Check Pty Ltd, for the vehicle that has operated for more than
3000 hours. The graphs reveal that after a ‘settling in’ period the test measures generally
stabilise within a range – all well below the warning levels.
Attached as page 11 is the latest oil test report which lists the detailed results and warning
values for the last four test reports on the same vehicle.
This information is powerful proof that TOHO 9000 delivers on its promised performance
and unlike many other additives it actually fortifies oil to greatly enhance performance
and extend it’s useful life.
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TOHO 9000 Guarantee
Conditions of Guarantee
We guarantee that the product will be suitable for operation up to 200,000 kilometres or
up to 2,500 operating hours depending on the application. * This warranty is dependent
on oil testing being
For an agreed period, TOHO 9000 Australia will conduct random oil sampling at no cost
and should the test results display an inconsistency in the oil quality, we will replace the
oil free of charge. If you wish to conduct your own oil sampling, we are happy to supply
oil sampling kits and services for $60 per oil sampling. To back up the guarantee TOHO
9000 Australia maintains extensive insurance for public and product liability.
* Note : Refer to specifications for specific applications.
TOHO 9000 Benefits Matrix
Business Impact
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Cost / Benefit Analysis
Cost / Benefit Analysis - AVECO Garbage Truck
Normal Oil Change Costs
Item
Cost per Oil
Change $
No. Changes per
2,500 Op Hrs
TOTAL COST
2,500 Op Hrs
Oil 15W40 $84 10 $840
Filter Cost $43 10 $430
Labour+on-costs $120 10 $1,200
TOTAL COST $247 $2,470
TOHO 9000 Oil Change Costs
Item
Initial Oil
Change Cost
$
Minor Service
Cost $ (1250 hrs)
TOTAL COST
2,500 Op Hrs
Oil 15W40 $72 $6 $78
TOHO 9000 $810 - $810
Filter Cost $43 $43 $86
Labour+on-costs $120 $30 $150
TOTAL COST $1,045 $79 $1,124
Savings Summary
Direct Cost Saving on oil change costs for 2,500
operating hours (= 54% saving)
$1,346
Improved Fuel Economy - 5% savings (est. based on
average consumption of 100 litres of fuel / day)
$2,080
Plus the value of :
Reduced downtime Reduced administration
Increased productive hours Redirected workshop priorities
Reduced inventory holding Extended productive life
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TOHO 9000 Australia
Applications & Recommended Proportions
Equipment Description
Performance
Guaranteed
for :
TOHO 9000
Proportion
ENGINES #
Passenger – Petrol / LPG 200,000 kms 15%
Passenger - Diesel 120,000 kms 15%
Rotary Engines 60,000 kms 15%
Motorcycles ## 200,000 kms 15%
Trucks / Equipment - Diesel 2,500 hrs 15%
Air Cooled Vehicles 1,500 hrs 15%
Marine 1,000 hrs 15%
Mowers / Chippers ## 2,500 hrs 15%
Small/Medium Engines ## 2,500 hrs 15%
OTHER
Hydraulics – up to 100 litres
capacity
5,000 hrs 10%
Hydraulics – over 100 litres
capacity
5,000 hrs
10 litres + 5% of
capacity over 100 litres
Power Steering 5,000 hrs 10%
Transmission - Manual 5,000 hrs 10%
Transmission - Auto 5,000 hrs 5%
Differential 3,000 hrs 10%
Please note :
# TOHO 9000 is NOT approved for aviation engines
## TOHO 9000 is not recommended for two-stroke engines.
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Client Reference Sites
Fairfield City Council Marrickville Council
(Currently 60 vehicles - rolling out to a
total of 150 vehicles / equipment)
(Currently 4 vehicles - planning to roll
out to 20+ vehicles)
Bruce Rochaix Peter Lim
Operations Manager Building Plant Plant Maintenance Coordinator
T: 02 9725 0783 T: 02 8595 2435
M: 0419 622 674 M: 0412 256 881
brochaix@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au petdep@marrickville.nsw.gov.au
Joe Mifsud
Workshop Coordinator
T: 02 9725 0170
M: 0409 960 949
jmifsud@fairfieldcity.nsw.gov.au
Parramatta City Council City of Botany Bay Council
(Currently 30 vehicles)
(Currently 3 vehicles - planning to roll
out to a total of 75 vehicles/equipment)
Phil Littlewood Nikola Hadusek
Manager Trades & Building Services Plant Supervisor
T: 02 8839 4027 T: 02 9366 3584
M: 0414 9980 631 M: 0424 504 921
plittlewood@parracity.nsw.gov.au hadusekn@botanybay.nsw.gov.au
Lane Cove Council Ashfield Council
(Currently 11 vehicles)
(Currently 20 vehicles - planning to roll
out to a total of 25 vehicles)
K Lingam Giuilo
Mechanic – Lane Cove Civic Services M: 0406 274 263
T: 02 9490 7704
