What are penetrating fluids and how do they work?
04/10/2026 by Jay Hatton
Metal fasteners such as nuts, bolts, rivets and screws are manufactured with exposed surfaces that are protected against
How often should you lubricate machinery?
02/10/2026 by Daniel Tait
The most important aspect of effective maintenance for any mechanical equipment is ensuring that it is
How to reduce downtime with preventative lubrication
04/09/2026 by Cameron Clarke
Hardworking mechanical systems and equipment require proper lubrication for several reasons.
What is the difference between oil and grease?
03/09/2026 by Daniel Tait
From Castrol to Kluber, many lubricant manufacturers produce both oil and grease products.
What is the ISO cleanliness code?
02/09/2026 by Joel Thompson
The non-governmental independent global group, the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), has established a cleanliness code for use in reports regarding industrial oil analysis.
How to read an oil analysis report
01/09/2026 by Jay Hatton
Whether you’re using hydraulic oil made by Houghton or gas engine oil from Total, oil analysis is a critical process to ensure fluids are fit for purpose.
When should you use dry lubricants instead of grease?
31/07/2026 by Daniel Tait
Mechanical equipment with moving parts critically requires adequate lubrication to operate efficiently.
How to find an equivalent lubricant for a discontinued oil
06/07/2026 by Daniel Tait
If the lubricant you use has become tough to source or suddenly been discontinued, finding an equivalent is the action required. Unfortunately, “equivalent” is among the most misused terms in lubrication. You can take two
Are custom blended lubricants better than branded lubricants?
05/07/2026 by Joel Thompson
Lubricants play a critical role in keeping equipment running correctly. Multi-purpose products, they create a robust film over the surfaces of moving parts, working closely with others to ensure they don’t connect and cause friction…
What is the difference between OEM approved and OEM recommended lubricants?
04/07/2026 by Thomas Clark
Whether they’re ordering gear oil or grease, lubricant selection is a critical task for company procurement teams.
Core benefits of CPI Fluid engineering for cold storage
03/07/2026 by Cameron Clarke
Part of the Lubrizol Corporation, CPI Fluid Engineering supplies cutting-edge lubricants like refrigeration compressor oil. These lubricants offer a
A guide to demulsibility in industrial oils
02/07/2026 by Jay Hatton
Demulsibility is a common term in the language of industrial lubrication. It is a critical characteristic for ensuring that lubricants like hydraulic oil, gear oil and turbine oil do not combine with excess moisture to