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Grease guide: what is white grease used for?

09/03/2025 by Mark

White grease is also known as lithium grease. It is a versatile lubricant that has become essential for both industrial applications and everyday household maintenance.
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Grease guide: what is red grease used for?

08/03/2025 by Mark

Red lithium grease – or red grease, to use its common name – is a lubricant that offers excellent versatility. It is distinguished from other forms of lubricant by its red colour, and offers good…
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The best lubricant for O-rings

07/03/2025 by Mark

O-rings are mechanical gaskets – that is, seals that fill the space between two surfaces in applications, such as machines and engines, to prevent leaks. They are simple components, but their purpose is crucial to…
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Gear oil and grease drive mining lubricants market

07/03/2025 by OilStoreAdministrator

A recent report on lubricants used in the mining sector has revealed that the demand for grease and gear oil is a major force driving the market.
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Fuchs SA introduces new expanded facility

06/03/2025 by Richard

The South African operating arm of Fuchs Lubricants recently introduced customers to the brand-new and extended Isando facility.
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Is white lithium grease safe for rubber?

06/03/2025 by Mark

White lithium grease is a versatile lubricant commonly used in industrial and household applications. It is widely manufactured by brands such as Petronas and Morris; but when it comes to rubber components, white lithium grease…
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BP prepares to sell lubricant brand

05/03/2025 by OilStoreAdministrator

British multinational BP is currently preparing the sale of its lubricant unit, which is sold under the household name Castrol. The well-known brand is renowned for offering a wide range of high-quality lubricants, from industrial…
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The difference between lithium grease and silicone lubricant

05/03/2025 by Mark

If maintaining machinery, mechanical components and other industrial tools falls within your remit, you may have considered the difference between two commonly used lubricants; lithium grease and silicone lubricant.
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How to stop steel from rusting

04/03/2025 by Mark

We can view rust as the nemesis of steel structures and components.
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Global yarn lubricant market enjoys growth

04/03/2025 by Mark

A recent report from Transparency Market Research (TMR) states that the current market for yarn lubricants is expanding steadily. Progress is being driven by multiple factors, including
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Lubricant major declares massive dividend payout

03/03/2025 by Richard

A key player in the lubricant sector, Castrol India is synonymous with a range of products from compressors to cutting fluid. Recently, the lubricant giant announced a substantial dividend payout for the company’s shareholders after…
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Concerns raised over counterfeit lubricants in Nigeria

28/02/2025 by OilStoreAdministrator

The Standards Organisation of Nigeria, or SON for short, recently raised its concerns about the increase in substandard lubricant products in the nation. It warned that such solutions present considerable risks both to
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