How to oil a motorcycle chain
13/09/2014 by Mark
Keeping your motorcycle in the best condition possible not only gives you a sense of pride, but helps you stay safe on the road. To help with this, leading brands such as Mobil, Q8, and…
Three lubricants a metalworker shouldn’t be without
11/09/2014 by OilStoreAdministrator
Metalworking can be hard work, so making matters as easy as possible when practical is a sensible step to take. Time can be saved and better final results can be achieved, while always having the…
Next generation of additives could reduce American oil consumption
10/09/2014 by Richard
A development team in the US recently created new engine oil additives that protect against wear and increase fuel economy. The researchers were honoured with a
Five household uses for oil that you may not have thought of
07/09/2014 by Mark
Motor oil is an essential component for most of us, with lubricants from key brands like Shell, Mobil, Fuchs, and Q8 ensuring our cars continue to operate at the optimum level of performance. However, working…
Mexico opens oil fields to private firms in bid to boost production
04/09/2014 by OilStoreAdministrator
Mexico’s government is to end the monopoly of its national oil firm Petróleos Mexicanos, or Pemex, allowing private companies access to the lion’s share of its prospective oil resources. The Government hopes that
New Apex Oil Lab facility unveiled
28/08/2014 by Richard
A US company that provides an independent oil analysis service to customers worldwide has just opened a new laboratory. Michigan-based Apex Oil Lab stated that
Shell's US restructuring aims to provide stable future
20/08/2014 by Mark
The international oil company Royal Dutch Shell recently disclosed that it plans to restructure its business in North America in order to reduce costs. Shell will sell two of its
Plymouth business invents revolutionary oil well monitoring instrument
13/08/2014 by OilStoreAdministrator
A company based in the South West has developed a new instrument that will enable energy firms to monitor their gas and oil wells more accurately and economically. IDSI UK obtained an
Five industries where lubricating oil is used
11/08/2014 by Richard
Lubricating oil is used in numerous business sectors all over the world, with new products continually being developed and introduced by the major oil and lubricant companies. The use of high-quality lubricants means that
Exxon Mobil profits soar although production falls
06/08/2014 by Richard
The biggest gas and oil company in the US, Exxon Mobil, has experienced a large increase in its profits after recently cutting its spending on exploration and capital. The company has stated that
How are motor oils made and why do they work?
05/08/2014 by Mark
Motor oils are made from two main components, which are base fluids or basestocks, and additives. Most of the oil, up to around 85% of the total, consists of
Oil companies under the lamplight: Fuchs
02/08/2014 by OilStoreAdministrator
Fuchs is the biggest independent lubricant manufacturer in the world. The company is strong in