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E-ZOIL Carbon Crusher
E-ZOIL
Designed to reduce fuel costs by cleaning the entire fuel system from top to bottom.
March 20, 2017
E ZOIL CarbonCrusherCMYK 58d03e8460631
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
E-ZOIL
E-ZOIL is manufacturer of performance-enhancing fuel additives and cleaning solutions.
234 Fillmore Avenue
Tonawanda, NY 14150
March 20, 2017
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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.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
How Color Can Indicate Grease Quality
As grease degrades and becomes contaminated, it usually will begin to darken - a sign that grease has reached a condemning limit
February 15, 2017
Color can help users spot an incorrect grease if, for example, a certain color of grease emerges from a grease gun when another color of grease was expected.
Fleet Maintenance
Engine Oil Selection Tips for Construction Fleets
Engine oils for heavy equipment have evolved to keep up with Tier 4 diesel engine technology.
February 3, 2017
The CK-4 oil specifically addresses demands of the new Tier 4 engines, which burn cleaner and create much less soot, but require an oil with better oxidation resistance, especially if you plan to increase oil drain intervals.
Fleet Maintenance
How to Manage Equipment Lubricant Waste and Disposal
Once the life of the oil has been exceeded, you must ensure the lubricant is captured and disposed of both safely and in an environmentally friendly way
February 1, 2017
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
How to Decide the Grease Vs. Oil Debate
There are great points and counterpoints for both sides of the grease vs. oil debate; so which is right for you?
January 31, 2017
Both schools of thought when it comes to oils versus greases are supported by strong, compelling arguments. It seems for every point in support there is an equally strong counterpoint.
Fleet Maintenance
Can Exhaust Gas Indicate Engine Oil Health?
Measuring the health of oil inside an engine from automotive exhaust gases would be extremely difficult if not impossible
January 23, 2017
There is no way to properly measure the health of your engine oil through the exhaust gases. The only appropriate method for testing the oil would be through conventional oil analysis.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Pros and Cons of Aftermarket Oil Additives
If quality high-performance lubricants are selected in the beginning, further additization will provide very little, if any, benefit
January 18, 2017
Fleet Maintenance
Understanding the Difference Between Synthetics Used in Lubricants
The differences between synthetics must be understood in order to accommodate the needs of the machine application as well as the properties of the lubricant
January 6, 2017
Synthetics can have sharply different performance attributes and can at times be mutually incompatible.
Fleet Maintenance
How to Match Oil Filtration to Machine Requirements
Consider contaminant types, filter performance factors and more when finding the best oil filtration match for your heavy equipment requirements
January 2, 2017
Fleet Maintenance
How to Prevent Additive Settling in Stored Oil
Is it necessary to agitate oil that is stored in larger containers, such as drums, to avoid a situation where some of the critical additives may settle in the bottom of the container?
December 27, 2016
It is quite possible to agitate or mix the oil in a drum to redissolve additives, but if you are aware that additives have settled out of the oil, you should seriously consider returning the drum (or any container) of oil back to the supplier.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
The Rights and Wrongs of Greasing Equipment
Greasing is one of the more simple lubrication tasks in execution, but it can be just as difficult as taking a proper oil sample without proper training, experience and tools
December 22, 2016
This article will explore the subject of greasing from the selection process to the application process and try to expand your perception of the dedication and precision required to get the most from each stroke of the grease gun.
Fleet Maintenance
Comet GP-730A Clutch Lube
Comet Clutches
Comet GP-730A Clutch Lube is a dry film lube that works wonders for clutch systems.
December 12, 2016
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Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Ensure Effective Oil Filtration with This 14-point Checklist
One tip for proper oil filtration is to make sure all breathers, filter bypass indicators, external seals and other contamination control devices are operating properly
November 30, 2016
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Grease Gun Best Practice Basics for Construction Contractors
Do not overlook the basics no matter how simple they seem
November 28, 2016
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