13 December 2021
FUNCTIONS OF GREASE The major function of any type of grease is to remain in contact with and lubricate moving parts. The grease should happen without […]
25 October 2021
There are several questions asked about engine oil. One of the frequent questions asked is “why does engine oil turn black?” and when the oil darkens, […]
8 September 2021
A 200-litre drum (sometimes 180 litres) is one of the most common lubricant packaging types when purchasing lubricants. It is suitable for small to medium volume […]
27 July 2021
Mechanical components come in various types and designs that tie to their function. Being ‘mechanical’ often means there are surface contacts and movements relative to each […]
11 June 2021
As mentioned in the previous article, viscosity is a very important property of lubricant. However, knowing the right viscosity for the application is not enough. We […]
6 May 2021
In the world of lubrication, viscosity is a very big deal. Viscosity can make a difference between a machine that lasts for less than one hour […]
26 March 2021
As explained in the past article “Why do we need lubricants”, the most important reason for having a lubricant in a machine is to separate contacting […]
25 February 2021
It is common for people to think oil only comes in one of these two types: mineral or synthetic. What exactly do they mean? Mineral, synthetic […]
4 February 2021
In the last article, I discussed two ways how lubricants can be differentiated, namely by application and viscosity. In this article, I will cover the third […]