Five questions to consider about lubricant sustainability
03/10/2021 by Richard
From world-leading manufacturers like Shell and Mobil to respected UK brands like Millers Oils and Morris, lubricant makers are increasingly concerned with the issue of sustainability. Oil producers take their role in environmental protection seriously…
Three best practices for lubrication maintenance
25/09/2021 by OilStoreAdministrator
Food production plants, large-scale manufacturing firms and other industrial enterprises often require a diverse range of lubricants to be stored and used on site. Different equipment typically requires a
What are the advantages of choosing the correct lubricant viscosity?
05/09/2021 by OilStoreAdministrator
For most modern enterprises operating today, energy efficiency is a key issue to cut down running costs and to reach environmental targets. While many businesses believe that environmental concerns and finances are issues often in…
Academic secures funding to optimise industrial lubrication
24/08/2021 by Mark
A fluid dynamics specialist, Professor Crua of Bristol University’s Advanced Engineering Centre, has secured almost £200,000 in funding to pursue research that will hopefully lead to enhanced machine lubrication and will reduce the impact that…
What does the term precision lubrication mean?
13/08/2021 by Mark
In terms of mechanical equipment’s dependability on grease or oil-lubricated parts, precision lubrication involves using the correct type, quantity and quality of lubricant. It also involves lubricating the correct component in the appropriate place and…
Why is regular oil analysis essential onsite?
11/08/2021 by OilStoreAdministrator
If your operation is unfortunate enough to be among the companies that have experienced mechanical breakdowns, you may want to look to your lubricant use for answers. Counted as two of the key causes of…
Four kinds of lubrication and their uses explained
09/08/2021 by Richard
To ensure every lubricant used for machinery is effective, it’s vital to understand the different forms it can take. If the wrong type of lubricant is used, it can lead to a drop in mechanical…
Tips for a smarter approach to lubrication
07/08/2021 by Mark
Employing effective methods of lubrication onsite can provide numerous benefits. You might be looking for simpler, more streamlined ways of using the oils and greases you buy or looking to save money on how much…
Three ways to makes savings on lubrication
05/08/2021 by OilStoreAdministrator
In the current economic climate, many companies are looking to reduce costs where possible to remain competitive. For mechanical devices to operate effectively and remain in good working order, efficient lubrication of all working parts…
Lubrication types explained – hydrodynamic and elastohydrodynamic
03/08/2021 by Richard
Full-film lubrication conditions occur when a machine part has started to rotate and the load and speed rate result in a layer of oil forming between the shaft and the surfaces of bearings. This oil…
Taking a sustainable approach to lubrication
07/06/2021 by Richard
Enterprises around the globe are now under increasing pressure to adopt more sustainable methods onsite in line with goals to tackle climate change and reduce emissions. Forward-looking businesses are now using more eco-friendly processes and…
Why do lubricant designers include additives?
29/05/2021 by Richard
Oils play a vital role in keeping machine parts working effectively. From stationary plant equipment used by rural enterprises to engines running in cars and commercial vehicles, these lubricants ensure all components can move easily…