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[...]
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[...]
"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[...]
“Can you explain the effects of abrasive wear and how you can determine if it is occurring?” There are two basic forms of abrasive wear: two-body abrasion and three-body[...]
A lubricant’s viscosity is its most important property. Viscosity can be defined as an oil’s resistance to flow and shear. It is influenced by several factors such as contamination with[...]
"Are bio-based oils worth the extra cost to switch lubricants? Are they as effective as mineral base oil and synthetic lubricants?" The vast majority of lubricants used in industrial applications[...]
"What are the safety risks associated with performing lubrication?" Across all industries, safety should be the most important consideration in getting work accomplished. Regardless of how urgent maintenance or a[...]
“What are the best practices for storing and handling oil drums?” Oil drums should be stored indoors away from potential contamination. This would include dust, humidity from process steam and[...]
Miguez Fuel & Lubricants is proud to announce its new partnership with Maverick Performance Products and VP Racing Lubricants. As the exclusive distributor of VP Racing Lubricants for Louisiana, Miguez[...]
Fluid contamination is the No. 1 cause of hydraulic system failures, so the cleaner you can keep the unit, the better chance you will have of uninterrupted machine operation. Equipment[...]
