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Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Do You Know Enough About Additives?
Investing in the right additives - and knowing how to use them - can have significant payoff for your company and construction fleet
September 6, 2017
The most popular additives combat cold weather gelling, but additives can be used year-round for a variety of reasons.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Factors That Affect Oil Filtration in Construction Equipment
There are many factors that can affect oil filtration, including the oil's viscosity, flow and pressure of the oil system, oil type and more
September 6, 2017
Oil Filter
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
How to Select a Lubricant Formulation to Match the Application
End users must be informed of how the different types of lubricants are formulated with respect to performance in the application
August 31, 2017
Equipment
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
What Are Low-noise Level Greases and Should You Use Them?
Low-noise level greases have been purified sufficiently so that there are no large particles that could enter into the load zone and cause rotating elements to bump and grind, generating noise
August 23, 2017
Greases
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
How Contractors Can Prepare Their Shops for New Diesel Oils CK-4 and FA-4
With the introduction of the new diesel engine oil categories in December 2016, contractors should create a transition plan for their shops to help manage the transition to the new oils
July 31, 2017
To help technicians differentiate between the two new oils, API developed a special Service Symbol Donut. The new FA-4 donut features a shaded section that sets it apart from the traditional Donut being used with API CK-4.
Fleet Maintenance
How to Identify the First Signs of Lubricant Starvation
Heat, smoke, an unusual smell and the machine becoming hot to the touch are all signs of lubricant starvation
June 21, 2017
Before frictional heat is generated, the only way to detect lubricant starvation would be through vibration analysis.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
How to Select the Best Grease for Equipment Reliability
The selection and specifications of grease compositions and properties require careful consideration of certain guidelines for optimum performance and long life
June 7, 2017
The selection and specifications of grease compositions and properties require careful consideration of certain guidelines for optimum performance and long life.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
How to Avoid Particulate Contamination in Oils
More often than not, it is the manner in which the oil is stored by the user that results in new oil contamination
May 31, 2017
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Why Synthetic Lubricants May Not Be Best for Your Construction Equipment
Three potential pitfalls of using synthetic lubricants in your construction equipment
May 17, 2017
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
How to Properly Handle and Use Coolants and DEF in Your Construction Fleet
Coolants moderate temperature and DEF lowers harmful gasses emitted into the air, but how you handle these fluids takes a more in-depth explanation
May 2, 2017
'Changing your coolant on time is critical to maintain proper cooling system functionality,' says Michael Middleton, core services manager, customer experience for Valvoline Instant Oil Change.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Don’t Rely on Engine Oil Myths
While there is an abundance of information on best oil selection and maintenance practices, common myths still plague the construction industry.
May 1, 2017
It’s okay to switch between oil brands and even between synthetic and conventional petroleum-based oil during changes as long as the oil meets required manufacturer specifications.
Fleet Maintenance
Advice for Using Synthetic Lubricants with Construction Equipment
It is important to become familiar with the products available, including their advantages and disadvantages, as well as to make a comparison with existing high-quality petroleum base mineral oils
April 26, 2017
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
5 Ways to Prevent Equipment Bearing Failures
The first step in the overall prevention of bearing failure lies in the consideration of bearing technologies that are most suitable to the application
April 19, 2017
When a bearing does fail prematurely, it usually is due to causes that could have been avoided.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Which Oil is the Right Oil for Your Fleet?
Making the right choices about which oil to use, when to change the oil, and using the right filter can help fleets strike the appropriate balance between cost and operating a well-oiled fleet
March 29, 2017
The simple answer to which oil is right for your equipment is the oil recommended by the OEM.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Factors Influencing the Switch from Mineral Oils to Synthetic Lubricants
Synthetic lubricants can be cost-effective alternatives to traditional mineral oils in off-highway engine applications if the performance benefits outweigh the higher lubricant cost
March 22, 2017
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
How Temperature Affects Oil Degradation
Lubricants, once they've exceeded their base activation temperature, will degrade (oxidize) twice as fast for every 18°F increase in temperature
March 8, 2017
Heat increases both the collision rate of molecules and the activation energy of the reaction. The higher activation energy helps overcome the barrier (or natural resistance) molecules have to chemical reactions.
Fleet Maintenance
Best Options for Equipment Lubricant Storage and Handling
As a rule of thumb, if the user consumes approximately 275 gallons of a product in a given year, then that product would be a good candidate for semi-bulk handling consideration
February 22, 2017
Fleet Maintenance
Proper Coupling Lubrication is Critical to Performance
This Noria article addresses the lubrication requirements of couplings to ensure best performance
February 15, 2017
Lubricant levels and quality must be verified through periodic checks. Additional lubricant may need to be added to compensate for leakage, and periodically the lubricant must be flushed and changed to remove harmful byproducts of lubricant breakdown, to replace oil-depleted grease or to refresh the additive population.
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