Ash in Gas Engine Oils
WHAT IS SULPHATED ASH? Sulphated Ash (Sulfated Ash) is the percentage of oil that remains after burning it, treating the initial residue with sulphuric acids,…
Category: Additives
What is a Tribofilm?
A tribofilm refers to a thin layer that forms in a mechanical application due to interaction between lubricant molecules and the lubricated surfaces. This definition is…
How do Antiwear Additives Work?
Anti-wear additives are an essential component of most lubricants including engine oils, hydraulic oils, turbine oils, or gear oils. They help us protect components by…
Additive Shortages: Effects of Covid
Are you able to maybe speak to some of the more specifics of the additive supply chain? What were some of the dislocations we saw there? In some ways …