Lubricating greases are used to keep equipment, machinery, vessels and vehicles and their components protected, clean and moving properly. However, various grease products have been Continue reading The different types of greases and when to use them
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The importance of lubrication in bearings and other components
To minimise friction in transmission, precision is paramount. As a result, bearing lubrication is required to make sure rolling components remain functioning effectively.
There are several reasons why Continue reading The importance of lubrication in bearings and other components
FUCHS releases new sustainable grease for trailer axels
The Mannheim-based FUCHS has announced the release of a new lithium-free calcium sulfonate complex grease for lubricating the axle hubs of truck trailers. Continue reading FUCHS releases new sustainable grease for trailer axels
Petro-Canada gains certification for grease
The US-based National Lubricating Grease Institute has awarded Petro-Canada Lubricants’ PEERLESS OG2 RED with its new High Performance Multiuse (HPM) Core certification, meaning it regards this product as demonstrating the necessary high levels of performance to be suitable for various applications include greasing U-joints and wheel bearing lubrication, pellet roll bearings, and automotive and heavy-duty chassis. Continue reading Petro-Canada gains certification for grease
What’s the difference between oil and grease for lubrication?
Mechanical systems within vehicles and equipment require adequate lubrication for many different reasons. Lubricants ensure that components move freely reducing both heat Continue reading What’s the difference between oil and grease for lubrication?
Why water resistance is important in greases
When choosing an industrial grease, the potential for water contamination can be an important consideration. Aside from the obvious sources of contamination, such as exposure to rain or sea or routine cleaning, some Continue reading Why water resistance is important in greases
Distributor reveals importance of greasing moving bearings
Delta Sales International, which distributes the GreaseMax single-point lubricator, has said that many operators overlook how important it is to apply grease to bearings while they are moving, rather Continue reading Distributor reveals importance of greasing moving bearings
What are the benefits of using Klüber grease?
A member of the Freudenberg Group of in Weinheim, Germany since back in 1966, Klüber Lubrication is renowned supplier of high-quality products for a wide range of Continue reading What are the benefits of using Klüber grease?
Shell Gadus S3 becomes world’s first NLGI dual-certified grease
According to Shell Lubricant Solutions, its Shell Gadus S3 V220C 2 grease has now obtained certification for NLGI High-Performance Multiuse (HPM) on top of its existing NLGI GC–LB performance, making it the world’s first grease that Continue reading Shell Gadus S3 becomes world’s first NLGI dual-certified grease
How do grease and oil differ?
Machinery made up of multiple parts needs seamless lubrication to safeguard it against the harmful effects of friction. As equipment works, the surfaces of components meet, causing friction that results in wear. As this friction increases, moving parts will start to move slower and negatively impact a machine’s operating performance. Components that become damaged or worn will need replacement or repair at the expense of the Continue reading How do grease and oil differ?