How to get to grips with machine vibrations
09/07/2016 by OilStoreAdministrator
Vibration analysis is an important part of ensuring that any machinery continues to run as efficiently and effectively as possible but it must be done correctly if it is to accurately assess the health of…
Vital maintenance investment needs careful implementation
07/07/2016 by Mark
One of the biggest mistakes companies that operate machinery – whatever industry they may be in – make is that they do not invest adequate time and money in the maintenance and upkeep of their…
Oil process stabilize as market heads towards balance
06/07/2016 by OilStoreAdministrator
Oil futures reached a stable level at the start of this week, following the Saudi Arabia energy minister’s remarks that the
How to create a powerful lubricant room
05/07/2016 by OilStoreAdministrator
A lot of companies that deal with lubricants make the awful mistake of thinking that a lube room is not that important, and that as long as they have a clean space and the necessary…
Growing automobile sales predicted to drive lubricants market size
03/07/2016 by Mark
The lubricants market, which is led by Shell, ExxonMobil, Chevron and BP, is expected to grow significantly between now and
Oil rises back up after Brexit fallout
30/06/2016 by OilStoreAdministrator
Oil prices were up almost 3% yesterday, bringing back hope to the market, following previous concerns after Britain voted to leave the European Union. The market was buoyed by a
Saudi’s new oil minister indicates end to oil glut
27/06/2016 by Richard
Saudi Arabia’s latest oil minister Khalid al Falih has indicated that the worst of the oil glut in oil supply could soon come to an end. He also signaled
Shell fuel could help customers tackle UK air quality
24/06/2016 by Richard
A recent European specification has been approved for cleaner burning fuels to be used in diesel engines, including Shell GTL, one of the oil giant’s best products, along with Shell Tonna S3 M 68. This…
Brexit and US data put oil under pressure
21/06/2016 by Mark
Oil prices fell for the sixth session in a row on June 16, affected by market worries about the coming E.U referendum happening in the UK, and mixed oil data from the United States. Crude…
Shell to build Pennsylvania petrochemical complex
18/06/2016 by Mark
Royal Dutch Shell, which makes Shell Tellus S2 M 32 and Shell Omala S2 G 320, has recently revealed its intention to construct a brand new petrochemical site close to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. The oil giant…
Low oil prices cause coal consumption to fall
15/06/2016 by Richard
The consumption of coal fell by a record breaking amount globally in 2015, thanks to a decrease in demand from China and an
3 tips for extending the life of your pump bearings
14/06/2016 by OilStoreAdministrator
One of the biggest causes of machinery failure, just behind failed seals and worn packings, is bearing failure. Bearings are not cheap and they are much more involved in the operation of machinery than most…