The best lubricant for O-rings
07/03/2025 by Mark
O-rings are mechanical gaskets – that is, seals that fill the space between two surfaces in applications, such as machines and engines, to prevent leaks. They are simple components, but their purpose is crucial to…
Fuchs SA introduces new expanded facility
06/03/2025 by Richard
The South African operating arm of Fuchs Lubricants recently introduced customers to the brand-new and extended Isando facility.
Is white lithium grease safe for rubber?
06/03/2025 by Mark
White lithium grease is a versatile lubricant commonly used in industrial and household applications. It is widely manufactured by brands such as Petronas and Morris; but when it comes to rubber components, white lithium grease…
The difference between lithium grease and silicone lubricant
05/03/2025 by Mark
If maintaining machinery, mechanical components and other industrial tools falls within your remit, you may have considered the difference between two commonly used lubricants; lithium grease and silicone lubricant.
BP prepares to sell lubricant brand
05/03/2025 by OilStoreAdministrator
British multinational BP is currently preparing the sale of its lubricant unit, which is sold under the household name Castrol. The well-known brand is renowned for offering a wide range of high-quality lubricants, from industrial…
Global yarn lubricant market enjoys growth
04/03/2025 by Mark
A recent report from Transparency Market Research (TMR) states that the current market for yarn lubricants is expanding steadily. Progress is being driven by multiple factors, including
How to stop steel from rusting
04/03/2025 by Mark
We can view rust as the nemesis of steel structures and components.
Lubricant major declares massive dividend payout
03/03/2025 by Richard
A key player in the lubricant sector, Castrol India is synonymous with a range of products from compressors to cutting fluid. Recently, the lubricant giant announced a substantial dividend payout for the company’s shareholders after…
Concerns raised over counterfeit lubricants in Nigeria
28/02/2025 by OilStoreAdministrator
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria, or SON for short, recently raised its concerns about the increase in substandard lubricant products in the nation. It warned that such solutions present considerable risks both to
Austrian university develops innovative lubricant
27/02/2025 by Mark
Scientists at TU Wien, an Austrian technology university, recently created a brand-new solid-state lubricant with exceptional capabilities. Named COK-47, the lubricant was formulated using both inorganic and organic chemistry.
How to avoid oil contamination in food processing
26/02/2025 by Richard
In the food processing industry, preventing oil contamination is critical for product safety and quality.
ExxonMobil celebrates milestone
26/02/2025 by OilStoreAdministrator
Major American oil and gas corporation, Exxon Mobil, is celebrating 100 years of its Mobil Delvac range.