Coolants

The service expands on its existing Oil Analysis program and now encompasses lubricants, diesel fuels, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and coolants.
Volvo CE Introduces Fluid Analysis Program for Fleets
The service expands on its existing Oil Analysis program and now encompasses lubricants, diesel fuels, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and coolants.
September 20, 2023
JCB is committed to exploring and manufacturing hydrogen-powered excavators and other equipment in the quest for reduced emissions and quieter jobsites.
New Excavator Fuel Options Reduce Costs and Carbon Footprints
February 11, 2023
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8 Cooling System Dos and Don'ts
June 4, 2020
New advanced engines and cooling systems are changing cooling system maintenance requirements.
Cooling System Maintenance Tips for Heavy-duty Engines
December 10, 2019
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Antifreeze Balance is Key in Coolant System Maintenance
December 4, 2019
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[VIDEO] Coolant Myth: Coolant Color Doesn’t Mean Much
December 2, 2019
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[VIDEO] Coolant Myth: My Coolant Will Last Forever
First video in a series from Polaris Laboratories busting common coolant myths
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Chevron's new Delo ELC Advanced Extended Life Coolant.
Chevron Extends Off-highway Equipment Life with Advanced Coolants
Reformulated coolants like Chevron's Delo ELC Advanced can offer better performance than coolant conditioners in aluminum radiators and engine cooling systems manufactured with Controlled Atmospheric Brazing (CAB) techniques
September 25, 2019
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6 Reasons Cooling Systems Need More Attention
Coolant is vital to the life of engines but often gets overlooked
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'Changing your coolant on time is critical to maintain proper cooling system functionality,' says Michael Middleton, core services manager, customer experience for Valvoline Instant Oil Change.
How to Properly Handle and Use Coolants and DEF in Your Construction Fleet
Coolants moderate temperature and DEF lowers harmful gasses emitted into the air, but how you handle these fluids takes a more in-depth explanation
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AMSOIL Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze & Engine Coolant
Available in two formulations for passenger car/light truck and heavy-duty applications
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It is important to maintain proper additive levels, top off coolants at regular service intervals and test the coolant regularly for proper additive levels and freeze protection. (Photo courtesy of Prestone)
Do You Know Your ABCs of Heavy-Duty Coolants?
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Command Heavy-Duty Extended Service Antifreeze/Coolant
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Command Heavy-Duty Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant
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Data Sheet: Prestone Command Heavy-Duty Prediluted 50/50 SCA Pre-Charged Antifreeze/Coolant
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Data Sheet: Prestone Command Heavy-Duty SCA Pre-Charged Antifreeze/Coolant
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Data Sheet: Prestone Command Heavy-Duty Prediluted 50/50 Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant
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Data Sheet: Prestone Command Heavy-Duty Extended Life Antifreeze/Coolant
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MACK Bulldog Coolants
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This severely pitted cylinder liner is from a Caterpillar 3508 engine that ran a conventional coolant. The coolant was not maintained, and after only 5,000 hours the condition of the liner was very poor. This problem does not happen with a well-maintained coolant.
Play It Cool Part 2: A Matter of Chemistry
Extended-life coolants call for customized maintenance
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This technician is taking a coolant sample from a radiator -- a very important part of any maintenance program.
Play It Cool Part 1: Tips to Prevent Coolant Failure
Coolant maintenance prevents diesel downtime and costly repairs
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Rotella Ultra ELC Coolant
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Fleetguard ES Compleat Glycerin
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Delo Nitrite-free Extended Life Coolant
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Coolant Care Can Prevent Engine Failures
Using the right coolant and maintaining it properly cuts cylinder-liner damage and routine water-pump and radiator downtime
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DefendAL Coolant/Antifreeze
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Prestone Heavy Duty ELC
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Mobil Delvac Extended Life Coolant/Antifreeze
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Extended Life Coolants
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A Quick Switch to Extended Life Coolant
Many machines are leaving factories containing extended life coolants (ELCs). This is a plus for equipment owners
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