What are yellow metals?
Scott Ekas You see them in gear boxes and machine shops all of the time. Here’s the story. Yellow metals refer to a category of alloys characterized by their distinct yellowish color,…
Caterpillar D10 Specifications
Remember setting the hook on that giant largemouth in the farmer’s pond? If that hawg was a bulldozer, it would have been a D10. The Caterpillar D10 bulldozer is a…
The fire triangle explained
Bust out this info at your next safety meeting and you’ll be the winner for the day. The fire triangle is a fundamental concept in fire science, representing the three…
Types of differential gears
There’s different types of deer, fish, turkeys and dogs…and there’s also different types of differential gears. Differential gears are the unsung heroes of automotive engineering, silently powering our vehicles while…
Interesting facts about the Atlantic Ocean
What’s this have to do with lubricants? Nothing..but your kids will be blown away when you bust out these facts on your way to the shore this summer. The Atlantic…
Common engine oil additives explained
Whoever cooked up the additive package for engine oils had some mental horsepower. Engine oil additives are crucial components in modern lubricants, enhancing their performance and ensuring engine longevity. The…
What does Dexos mean?
We all have standards to some degree – like how you only drink Busch pounders. General Motors has standards too… Understanding the Dexos Specification What is the Dexos Specification? The…
What’s Low Speed Pre-Ignition?
Turbocharged gasoline engines are snappy and fun to hammer on, but LPSI can cause some catastrophic issues. Understanding Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI) Low-Speed Pre-Ignition (LSPI) is a phenomenon occurring in modern…
What’s a kingpin?
The mob boss for starters…but it’s also a key component in trucking. In the world of transportation and logistics, the kingpin plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and…
What’s in an engine oil additive package?
These aren’t the additives you put in your Bloody Mary, these are for performance. Engine oil additives are crucial components in modern lubricants, enhancing their performance and ensuring engine longevity.…