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.
What does it mean when an oil meets MIL-H-5606 specifications? There are different oils and lubricants for just about any application, and certain machines hold higher standards for lubricants than others. The US...
WD-40 is a celebrity amongst fellow lubricants. It’s become a household name over the years, and rightfully so, but how familiar are you with it—its history, creation, creator? I’m not… well, I wasn’t, until now. Norman...
Sometimes when we think of synthetic, it tends to be in direct opposition to natural: synthetic fibers versus natural fibers (polyester vs cotton), synthetic or artificial dyes versus their natural counterparts (Yellow...
Why–and When–Should You Use a Compounded Gear Oil? We know not all oils are created equal: some are meant for your car, some are meant for hydraulic systems, and some are meant for use in gear boxes...
A city upon a hill. A manufacturing powerhouse. An energy-efficient country; a country run on industry. Germany: the richest nation in Europe with a GDP of $4.0 trillion; it has the fourth-largest economy in the entire...
Environmentally-friendly lubricating oils do exist– and they don’t require sacrificing performance. Biolubricants, also known as bio-based lubricants or bio-lubes, are both rapidly biodegradable and nontoxic for...
Lubricants are primarily used to reduce the friction between two surfaces in mutual contact; in reducing friction, they also help reduce the heat generated when the surfaces move. Friction is an important force that...
How does that black, gooey stuff that comes out of the ground turn into the clear, easy-flowing liquid that fuels our cars and homes? The process has been fine-tuned over time and many different products come from the...
In a world full of all kinds of different industrial lubricants, greases, and fluids, it’s incredibly important to choose the right one for your application. Naturally, if you’re operating a hydraulic...
Lubricants play an important role in keeping the food service industry running smoothly and safely. Any packaged food you consume must come from an environment that meets the high food safety standards set by the food...
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