How to Store Greases and Grease Guns So, regardless of where your grease is stored, such as in a tube, keg or grease gun, how do you keep your grease clean? The best practice to maintain a clean grease gun is to hang it horizontally inside a clean, fireproof cabinet with the plunger disengaged from […]

These are seven quick pointers for managing pressure when regreasing bearings:   Shut-off Grease Fitting Prevents over-pressurization during greasing. Shuts off flow at 50-110 psi. When pressure relieves grease flow can resume.   Relief-type Vent Plugs These fittings are installed in the vent (purge) port. They are pressure-relief valves with cracking pressure of 1-5 psi. […]

Lubrication is critical, but it can be a complicated business. Every piece of equipment with moving parts needs to be lubricated, yet with so many factors to consider, it can quickly become overwhelming. How often should a machine be lubricated? What job does the equipment perform? Is the environment wet or dry, hot or cold, […]

“What would happen if you were to use the wrong lubricants in your vehicle? Would there be any significant damage over the short or long term?” When it comes to automotive lubricants, people generally think of the engine oil and transmission fluid. Both of these lubricants have the tasks of reducing friction, cleaning and cooling […]