What is the difference between type 1 and type 2 transformer oil?
11/05/2025 by Thomas Clark
When it comes to the insulation and cooling of transformers and certain other types of electrical equipment (including high-voltage capacitors and circuit breakers / switches), transformer oil – produced by manufacturers such as Millers and…
What colour are transformer oils?
11/05/2025 by Joel Thompson
Transformer oil is also referred to as insulating oil. This is a specialised product used to insulate and cool transformers, as well as other electrical equipment.
What are the different types of air compressor oils?
10/05/2025 by Mark
Air compressor oils – also known as air compressor lubricants – help to maintain the performance and longevity of air compressors. These are machines that increase air pressure for various pneumatic tools or applications.
What kind of oil do you put in a vacuum pump?
10/05/2025 by Mark
A vacuum pump is a mechanical device that effectively removes gas molecules from a sealed volume, in order to create a partial or full vacuum.
What happens to compressor oil that gets too warm?
09/05/2025 by Mark
Compressor oil is directly related to the performance and longevity of air compressors.
Is vacuum pump oil the same as compressor oil?
09/05/2025 by Mark
Vacuum pump oil and compressor oil are both lubricants used in industrial settings. However, although they may appear similar, they serve different purposes.
BAE Systems approves Castrol metalworking fluid
09/05/2025 by Richard
With expert assistance from Certas Lubricant Solutions, the Castrol brand’s Hysol SL 45 XBB metalworking fluid has received approval from BAE Systems, the British military, aerospace and information security firm.
10 essential Paratherm heat transfer fluid maintenance tips
08/05/2025 by Mark
Paratherm heat transfer fluids are a globally-trusted product range used in industrial processes. They offer the ability to deliver high-temperature heating at low system pressures.
Signs your air compressor oil needs changing
08/05/2025 by Mark
Air compressors are central to applications in a range of industrial, commercial and residential settings – from pneumatic tools to machinery and HVAC systems.
Petronas Lubricants forms new partnership
08/05/2025 by Mark
Malaysian manufacturer Petronas Lubricants International (PLI) recently signed a new partnership agreement with Glide Technology, a local lubricant maker. The concord covers the distribution of
The differences between vacuum pump oil, compressor oil and refrigeration oil
07/05/2025 by Mark
Industrial machinery needs the right type of oil. It is essential for performance, longevity and safety. Vacuum pump oil, compressor oil and refrigeration oil have certain similarities, but all serve different functions.
Dubai to present regional lubricants event
07/05/2025 by Richard
The Dubai World Trade Centre is set to host the 2025 edition of