When it comes to the different types of hydraulic oil, AW is one of the most commonly-used. But what, exactly, does the “AW” in AW hydraulic oil stand for? Defining AW Oil and its Components Quite...
Before scientists engineered semi-synthetic and fully synthetic oil, people relied on conventional passenger engine oil to power their automobiles and machines. Mineral based oil can be considered the...
With Semi-Synthetic Passenger Car Engine Oils, also known as Synthetic Blend Engine Oils, the name really says it all. Sometimes, it’s hard to find the balance between something that’s top-quality...
Progress runs on industry and industry runs on lubricants. Discover how industrial and automotive lubricants work to keep our world running smoothly.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) has an interactive world map that provides oil consumption data by country, region, and commercial group for 217 countries including total and crude oil production, oil...
Oil changes drive traffic through U.S. service bays and offer the best opportunity to cross-sell other services, according to market research company NPD Group’s consumer tracking research. NPD found tire rotations, air...
Petroleum was once included in ink and was both fast drying and dependable. Changing oil prices and regulations pushed manufacturers away from petroleum based ink. Click here or read below to see what is used today in...
Picking out the proper grade motor oil is becoming increasingly difficult. With OEM constantly coming out with new recommendations to keep up with today’s emission standards and fuel mileage regulations, the numbers on...
With the ever changing, environmental restraints that are being placed on the diesel engines and the fuel we all get at the pumps these days, a diesel fuel additive is not just an added benefit anymore. Additives Diesel...
If you’re interested in how the debt crisis in Cyprus affected crude prices globally then read this article from Bloomberg News below. This situation is a good example of how global financial affairs affect...
Petroleum’s full potential was not seriously explored until the mid 19th century, but Native American’s were aware of oil seeps that oozed crude into streams in Western Pennsylvania for generations. The...
As we marvel at new technology and social media we also cannot lose sight of the advancement in fuel economy and performance in engines and drive trains. With emerging technology in the automotive and industrial sectors...
Have you ever thought about that elusive “barrel of crude oil”? What is it and what does it represent? How many gallons are in a barrel of crude? How much crude oil does the US import? The following chart will...
A PETROLEUM SERVICE. There will always be questions about Petroleum products. From 88 years of downstream experience, we know the complexities of industrial applications to the seemingly simple but complex question of...
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