When selecting a lubricant product, the variety of choices can be overwhelming. At Co-op, we understand that making the correct lubricant decision is essential to maintaining your equipment. So when you come to us with questions about a lubricant product, whether to compare products or find the product that is the best fit for your equipment, we want to be certain we’re providing you with the right answers. Recommending the right product ensures that your investment is protected and operating at peak efficiencies, saving you both time and money in the long run.
What is CLAS?
Co-op Lubricant Advisory System (CLAS) is the latest tool to provide Co-op Premium Lubricant oil recommendations based on the make and model of your vehicle or equipment. CLAS is accessible through your mobile or desktop device. It has a wide-ranging database that includes the latest information on engine oils, transmissions, differentials, hydraulics, gear oils, power steering and brake fluids, coolants and greases. CLAS removes any customer service barriers that may exist for Co-op customers to get lubricant recommendations and allows Fuel Team members to fully understand and provide knowledgeable advice for your overall operational needs.
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The Benefits for Our Members
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) lubricant and fluid recommendations are always changing as new technologies come to market or advancements in industry research come to light. CLAS is continually updated with the latest products, OEM performance specifications, vehicle and equipment listings and maintenance manual information, growing substantially every year. Updates to the system are completed weekly, which provides you with the most up-to-date and complete lubricant database.
- CLAS is a free-to-access, easy-to-use online selection tool with round the clock accessibility, eliminating the need to download another app on your mobile device.
- CLAS functions include both a keyword search and drop-down menus to make searching easier and more reliable.
- Connects end users with the Co-op Premium Lubricants portfolio and provides benefits such as:
- Identifying all recommended Co-op Premium Lubricants products based on the advanced vehicle and equipment search.
- Confirms what is required based on the OEM maintenance manual, regarding all lubricants and fluids, performance specifications, drain intervals and filling capacities.
- Visually confirm the recommended lubricant products based on packaging images.
- Recommended product description, features and benefits, along with providing first, second and third choice selection options.
- Source additional product information with Technical Data Sheets (TDS), Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and Where to Buy (local Co-op location finder).
The information is available immediately and product recommendations are extremely accurate. At home, on the road or in the field, you can research what lubricants are needed for your vehicle or equipment. This allows you to plan ahead and save time by ordering your lubricant products through Co-op's Bulk Lubricant delivery service or pickup at your local Co-op. In addition, local Co-ops offer a Fluid Analysis Program, in case you want to compare OEM or competitor brand products to any of the Co-op Premium Lubricants, to confirm compatibility and performance results.
CLAS in Action
For example, you recently purchased a new-to-you John Deere 9520 4WD tractor, and you need to know what oils and fluids you should be using. Just select the appropriate information from CLAS, perform a search of the database and it will share the different applications, specifications and recommendations that work best for your tractor. It’s truly that simple and easy to use, while providing you with accurate product recommendations.
As a Co-op member, you can always count on getting the right answers to your questions. And with CLAS in hand, we can deliver those answers faster than ever before.