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CPI Fluid Engineering

Benefits of CPI synthetic lubricants for compressors

04/07/2025 by Mark

A successful division of the Lubrizol Corporation, CPI Fluid Engineering has made a name for itself in creating high-quality synthetic solutions like air compressor oil and refrigeration compressor oil.
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Speciality Gas Compressor Oils

What are nano lubricants?

01/07/2025 by Joel Thompson

In simple terms, nano lubricants are a type of lubricant that includes nanoparticles, which improve their tribological properties. These nanoparticles (usually up to 0.1 micrometres in diameter) are added to a base oil or fluid
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Choosing the right lubricants for agricultural equipment

02/06/2025 by Daniel Tait

Agricultural equipment is a significant investment for farming businesses. In order to get the most from this investment, proper maintenance of the equipment is crucial; both in terms of performance and longevity.
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Fire-resistant lubricant sector to reach over two billion in 2030

14/05/2025 by Cameron Clarke

A recent research report from MarketsandMarkets estimates that the market for fire-resistant lubricant will grow in the next five years at a compound annual growth rate (CARG) of 3.74 per cent, rising from $2.20 billion
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Independent lubricant maker rebrands metalworking fluids

13/05/2025 by Daniel Tait

Fuchs, the world’s largest independent lubricant manufacturer, recently renamed its respected “Metablanc” product range to “Renoclean”.
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Air Compressor

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.
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Compressor

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.
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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
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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.
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Fuchs obtains American lubricants supplier

21/04/2025 by Mark

German lubricant expert Fuchs recently acquired IRMCO, a tube bending and metal forming lubricant provider based in Chicago, Illinois in the US.
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Castrol sponsors India race event

18/04/2025 by OilStoreAdministrator

Respected lubricant brand Castrol was recently the title sponsor for a major racing festival in India.
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Spain to host European lubrication conference

17/04/2025 by Richard

November will find major players and industry professionals in the world of lubrication gathering in Valencia, Spain.
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