What are the properties of a good lubricant for industrial use?
29/08/2022 by greg
Industrial lubricants are applied to the surfaces and components of machinery where relative motion exists between them.
Chevron launches Delo TorqForce Syn FD-1
24/08/2022 by Mark
Chevron Lubricants, which markets its products under the Texaco brand in the UK, has introduced a new fully synthetic, high-performance
What are the three main types of industrial lubricating oils?
08/08/2022 by Mark
Built-for-purpose industrial oils play an integral role in operations in a wide range of sectors from metalworking, processing to manufacturing. Oils are applied to enhance the operational performance of industrial equipment and machinery
Why is industrial lubrication so important?
07/08/2022 by OilStoreAdministrator
Machines that can run at optimum without interruption and remain in active service for extended periods are essential to every industrial operation. As a result, a supply of high-quality lubricants is essential for every company…
The different types of power plant industry lubricants
07/08/2022 by Katie
Lubricant manufacturing giants like Shell, Fuchs and Castrol design specialist solutions to suit equipment, machinery and vehicles used in a wide range of applications. Along with many other sectors, built-for-purpose fluids and oils have been…
How do I choose an industrial lubricant?
05/08/2022 by Mark
For many decades, lubrication makers have been developing and producing specialty lubricants bespoke to the requirements of multiple industrial applications. While general technical requirements exist that every lubricant must meet, like reducing friction and wear,…
A guide to metalworking lubricants
04/08/2022 by Katie
While there are wide range of different types of metalworking lubricants and fluids, they all have an important role to play. Sometimes referred to as MFWs, metalworking fluids or lubricants are defined as collection of…
Why a single lubricant supplier can be a good idea
12/07/2022 by Mark
When you have new equipment that requires specific lubricants that your current supplier doesn’t carry, it can often result in dealing with multiple suppliers. A lubricant supplier shouldn’t be seen as a transactional party, but…
What are biodegradable lubricants?
01/07/2022 by OilStoreAdministrator
Biodegradable lubrication oils may have been around for years, but due to changes in environmental legislation, a more responsible stance on sustainability and current market conditions, interest has grown in these products. In this article,…
A guide to agricultural machinery lubrication
29/06/2022 by greg
To remain competitive and at the forefront of their field, it is vital that every agricultural enterprise aims for optimum productivity. Farming requires hard work over long hours, putting pressure on the equipment used, such…
The importance of lubrication for machine reliability
29/06/2022 by OilStoreAdministrator
Lubrication-related mechanical failures are among the most preventable type of problems experienced by operations. As a result, it makes sense for firms to always give this important process the attention it requires. While oils and…
Why is evaporation loss in lubricating oils important?
30/05/2022 by OilStoreAdministrator
High temperatures can result in lubricants like oil and other fluids evaporating. Volatile components within the lubricant’s base oil start to become gaseous, causing the solution to thicken. As a result, the oil’s viscosity alters,…