Nynas comes out of court-supervised reorganisation
06/12/2020 by Richard
Sweden-based refiner Nynas is set to finish its
The importance of rustproofing for winter
05/12/2020 by OilStoreAdministrator
If you drive or operate machinery in areas of the country facing a severe winter, it is essential that you defend your equipment against the elements. Rustproofing vehicles can provide an additional level of protection…
WinGD validates Total lubricants for its dual-fuel engines
04/12/2020 by Mark
Total Lubmarine, the marine-oriented section of Total Lubricants, has had its Talusia Universal cylinder oil lubricant validated by Winterthur Gas & Diesel (WinGD) for its dual-fuel engines, including its
Nynas: world leader in transformer oils
03/12/2020 by Richard
With a 100-strong workforce, Nynas has an enviable reach that extends to serve customers in countries all over the world. Environmentally conscious, the Swedish oil manufacturer focuses on creating sustainable products and collaborates with its
Oil prices edge higher on vaccine news
02/12/2020 by OilStoreAdministrator
The promising news that at least three COVID-19 vaccines look likely to be highly effective has fed into a rise in oil prices as investors begin to see
Specialist refrigeration oils from Fuchs
01/12/2020 by Mark
German multinational Fuchs Petrolub SE is a world-renowned manufacturer of premium lubrication products. Headquartered in Mannheim and operating internationally, the company was founded
Total commits further to reducing methane emissions
30/11/2020 by Richard
France-based oil major Total has extended its commitment to reducing its methane emissions by joining the second phase of the
How different temperatures can affect lubricants
29/11/2020 by OilStoreAdministrator
Moderation and control are essential when addressing the temperature of lubricants. In situations where the temperature level is too high or too low, a range of problems can quickly arise, from greases that stiffen and…
Libya returns to pre-blockade production levels
28/11/2020 by Mark
The OPEC+ group is facing a further challenge with Libya’s return to 1.25 million barrels per day (bpd) of production – the same level it had before General Khalifa Haftar’s Libyan National Army enforced an…
Understanding lubrication and its role
27/11/2020 by Richard
Lubrication refers the application of a dedicated film that reduces friction and wear between moving surfaces that are in contact with each other. Common lubricants include natural and synthetic oils and greases, which can take…
SSE to triple offshore energy production
26/11/2020 by OilStoreAdministrator
Energy firm SSE, formerly known as Scottish and Southern Energy, has announced its intention to triple its capacity for
Is your grease schedule ready for winter?
25/11/2020 by Mark
When it comes to the winter season, there are multiple threats faced by mechanical equipment. If you operate an enterprise or live in part of the country subjected to harsh winter weather, your equipment may…