PC-11 split becomes reality
The PC-11 heavy-duty engine oil split categorisation has been agreed by the API.
Published 24-Feb-2016
Tag: Lubricants
View from the Bridge - February 2016
Overall gobal economic momentum remains positive. While 2015 was bad news for the oil majors and machinery manufacturers, consumers are making the most of low oil prices.
Published 30-Jan-2016
View from the Bridge - Jan 16
As 2016 dawns, OATS prepares for a busy year with an enhanced database and the lubricants industry holds its breath over oil prices, China growth and an Australian legal decision.
Published 10-Jan-2016
Go-ahead for PC-11
The PC-11 specifications have been approved by the American Petroleum Institute (API).
Published 23-Dec-2015
Chemtura's Anderol scores first GE approval
Anderol lubes claim an industry first with approval for new D50E35 off-highway spec.
Published 27-Nov-2015
Valvoline builds new HQ in Lexington
Valvoline has begun building a new $35 million headquarters on in Kentucky
Published 27-Nov-2015
Future of Esters market reflects demand for high quality base oils
A number of recent reports are painting a synthetic landscape for the lubricants industry between now and 2020, but does it herald the demise of Group I base oils?
Published 26-Nov-2015
View from the Bridge - November 15
As global growth swithes from China to the US, the lubes industry looks to increased viscocity and biolubes for a sustainable future.
Published 01-Nov-2015
Mobil1, Cadillac join marketing forces; lubes production expands to Singapore
The two iconic US brands find new ways of engaging potential customers both online and offline at lubes marketing day as ExxonMobil expands production to Singapore\n
Published 31-Oct-2015
PC-11 lubes category to be split
PC-11 category will be split between backwards compatability and newer lower-viscosity lubricants.
Published 31-Oct-2015