Read more about the article Anti-wear Additives – the Metal Guardians in Your Oil
WearCheck technical manager, Steven Lumely, advises that the most effective turbine maintenance decisions are based on a holistic picture of the turbine oil’s condition.

Anti-wear Additives – the Metal Guardians in Your Oil

Specialist condition monitoring company, WearCheck, keeps adding to the discussion about oil additives – the latest topic is anti-wear additives. By Steven Lumley During a recent visit to my local…

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Read more about the article SKF’s General-Purpose Lubrication For Extreme Conditions
SKF LGCC 2 grease delivers effective lubrication even in sub zero temperatures

SKF’s General-Purpose Lubrication For Extreme Conditions

SKF is proud to introduce LGCC 2, a general-purpose grease that has been specifically formulated to provide exceptional performance and dependability in a wide range of lubrication systems, providing long-lasting protection…

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Read more about the article The Cardinal Rule: No More, No Less
As bizarre as it may seem, in some workshops in heavy industry, these empty bottles are multipurpose, used to apply and store grease, and at times even water, depending on what is convenient at the time. So much for contamination! (Image credits: Wiki Commons)

The Cardinal Rule: No More, No Less

Manual lubrication often leads to under-greasing or over-greasing, both of which can cause bearing failure and unplanned downtime of mission-critical equipment at peak production. The impact goes further: lost revenue…

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Read more about the article Locally Blended Mobilâ„¢ Products for Automotive Manufacturer
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Locally Blended Mobilâ„¢ Products for Automotive Manufacturer

In South Africa, AG Lubricants successfully completed a rigorous quality assurance process jointly conducted by Mobilâ„¢ and the automotive manufacturers technical teams. AG Lubricants, a trusted provider of premium lubrication…

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Electrical Motor Lubrication Damage
Despite not needing lubrication, sealed bearing in the electrical motor was lubricated, resulting in damage (Pic credits: SKF)

Tempted to Cut Corners on Lubricants? Don’t.

Using cheaper alternatives, mixing products, or applying one type across multiple applications may appear attractive at face value. But the Southern African Institute of Tribology (SAIT) warns that such decisions…

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