What is the best lubricant for metal on metal?
29/10/2022 by Mark
In working engines and equipment, many metal components operate in proximity to one another. If the surfaces of these moving metal parts come into contact with one another, friction and undue wear will occur.
How to check and top up your brake fluid
29/10/2022 by Mark
Ensuring that brake fluid remains topped up is essential. Without it, a braking system will stop functioning, putting the lives of those onboard and other motorists on the road in danger and potentially harming your…
What are the different viscosity grades?
28/10/2022 by greg
10W40, 15W40, and 5W30 are common designations users come across when selecting engine lubricants. These figures signify an engine oil’s dedicated viscosity grade, which refers to the lubricant’s efficiency and fluidity levels.
How often should transformer oil be changed?
28/10/2022 by Richard
Over time, the effectiveness of transformer oils will change, making them become less effective. As a result, equipment users carry out regular analysis at least twice a year to check the condition of the oil…
Shell joins Qatari LNG project
28/10/2022 by Mark
QatarEnergy, the state-owned energy company of Qatar, has announced that Shell will be joining TotalEnergies as a selected partner in its North Field South (NFS) project for liquefied natural gas (LNG) production.
Valeo and TotalEnergies to collaborate on EV battery cooling
27/10/2022 by Mark
Automotive supplier Valeo has agreed a partnership with energy and lubricant giant TotalEnergies to use an innovative dielectric fluid that could have profound consequences for cooling the batteries of electric vehicles (EVs).
US indicates further oil reserve releases
27/10/2022 by OilStoreAdministrator
Joe Biden, the US President, has indicated that his administration may release further oil from the country’s Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) to bring down fuel prices.
Regulator says new measures could boost North Sea oil production
26/10/2022 by Richard
The North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA), which regulates oil and gas production in the UK North Sea, has published a report outlining how oil and gas production in the North Sea could be boosted relatively…
Can you put motor oil in air compressor?
26/10/2022 by Mark
High-quality oil is among the most vital elements required for air compressors to function properly and operate smoothly.
Not all food grade lubricants are created equal
26/10/2022 by Richard
As part of continuous maintenance routines designed to reduce the risk of cross contamination and with a strong focus on creating safe, hygienic and clean production environments, it is currently standard practice in most facilities…
Shell progresses purchase of Nature Energy
25/10/2022 by Mark
Energy major Shell has joined a second round of bidding, together with other potential buyers, to purchase Danish biogas firm Nature Energy.
What viscosity is compressor oil?
25/10/2022 by Mark
Air compressors require a dedicated lubricant designed specifically to answer the operational challenges and equipment requirements of this type of equipment. While this product is known simply as an air compressor oil different viscosities are…