Oils, Lubricants & Greases

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What Is a Lubrication Site Assessment & Do You Need One?
Rob King, B2B solution capability analyst at Shell Lubricants, discusses lubrication site assessments and solutions to help you maximize savings for your construction business.
February 9, 2024
This calcium sulfonate complex-based grease provides an alternative option to lithium-based thickeners.
Chevron Launches Rykon Formula Grease
February 1, 2024
When trying to decide if you can use one type of diesel engine oil for your fleet, you should ideally develop a register of your equipment.
Implementing Changes to Reduce the Total Cost of Ownership From a Lubricant Perspective
January 17, 2024
Chevron’s new portfolio of synthetic blend and synthetic products can be used in all applications where Chevron’s conventional heavy duty engine oils were used.
Chevron to Transition to Synthetic Blend and Full Synthetic Products
November 27, 2023
VacBuilt systems are for both mobile and shop applications. In the shop, these used oil tanks eliminate the need for centralized lube systems.
Sage Oil Vac Introduces VacBuilt System
November 10, 2023
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How to Make Sure Your Equipment Investment Pays Off
November 1, 2023
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Nominations Now Open for the Equipment Today Contractors’ Top 50 New Products
The 2024 award will highlight the best new product introductions and enhancements in the construction industry. Submissions close May 24.
March 4, 2024
Jobs that can rack up 10,000 hours on a diesel machine might add 6,000 hours or 7,000 hours to a comparable electric machine.
Challenges & Benefits of Moving to Electric Equipment
As emission regulations tighten, construction equipment power sources will evolve, but adoption will be gradual.
February 28, 2024
Tips to Protect Your Portable Compressor Year Round
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Tips to Protect Your Portable Compressor Year Round
Now is a great time to evaluate your compressor’s maintenance routine. Learn how service needs may be affected by changes in seasonal climate.
March 1, 2024
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Lubrication as an Advantage
Experts share the top lessons the construction industry can learn from wind, power and automotive companies leading with world class lubrication practices.
October 19, 2023
There are environmental benefits for companies operating battery-electric and new fuel vehicles beyond reducing their contribution to greenhouse gas emissions.
Zero Emission Machines to Shake Up Oil & Lubricants Industry
Change is underway in the vehicle oil and lubricants industry as a result of the inexorable move toward zero emission vehicles, in particular battery-electric machines.
October 18, 2023
Regular maintenance will save time and money and ensure that your equipment is performing optimally.
The Value of Proactively Planned Fleet Maintenance
Planned maintenance is very valuable — maximizing fleet performance and equipment longevity while reducing downtime and operation costs. It also promotes safety on construction sites and provides peace of mind that your equipment is well maintained.
October 16, 2023
This poly lube skid from Stellar represents an option for mechanic trucks, service trucks and vans, offering a solution for lubrication services and preventive maintenance.
Stellar Offers LM220M Poly Lube Skid
This poly lube skid from Stellar represents an option for mechanic trucks, service trucks and vans, offering a solution for lubrication services and preventive maintenance.
October 11, 2023
The compound cures in as little as one hour enabling HDD crews to get back to drilling after swapping out the sub saver.
Vermeer QuickLock Epoxy Thread-locking Compound
The compound cures in as little as one hour enabling HDD crews to get back to drilling after swapping out the sub saver.
October 4, 2023
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The Contractor's Best Friend Podcast Season 7 Episode 9: How to Minimize Equipment Costs
Ever wondered how to create preventative maintenance plans for your jobsite heavy equipment?
September 27, 2023
How to Make Sure Your Equipment Investment Pays Off
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High-quality lubrication can help improve costs, maintenance intervals and productivity. Listen to this episode as Dennis Howard shares lubrication best practices.
March 5, 2024
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
The third factor in the transition to a non-CDL lube truck is lower operating costs.
Non-CDL Lube Trucks Address Labor & Jobsite Maneuverability Challenges
Finding drivers and navigating tight urban jobsites require an innovative approach.
August 14, 2023
EVR fluids and greases provide OEMs with material compatibility, power transfer and equipment performance to enable the development of driveline, axle and battery technologies.
Petro-Canada Lubricants Introduces EVR Fluids for Electric Vehicles
EVR fluids and greases provide OEMs with material compatibility, power transfer and equipment performance to enable the development of driveline, axle and battery technologies.
August 7, 2023
Stringent government regulations and hefty fines (including those for heavy equipment) are being introduced to minimize the industry's overall carbon footprint.
Using Construction Data to Reduce Fuel Waste
Due to the industry's reliance on heavy equipment such as trucks, cranes, and yellow iron, 98% of all energy use across the industry comes from diesel.
April 28, 2023
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How Chevron Lubricants Helps Contractors Improve Their Bottom Line
OEMs set cleanliness levels on their lubricants to maximize operations—but are you starting clean and following those guidelines throughout the life of your equipment?
April 20, 2023
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Chevron Delo ELC Antifreeze/Coolant
Delo ELC Antifreeze/Coolant products are single phase, ethylene glycol based NOAT (Nitrited Organic Additive Technology) products available in various dilutions.
April 5, 2023
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Chevron Delo 400 XSP SAE 15W-40 Full Synthetic Engine Oil
Delo 400 XSP SAE 15W-40 (Full Synthetic) with ISOSYN Advanced Technology is a mixed-fleet engine oil recommended for naturally aspirated and turbocharged four-stroke diesel engines and four-stroke gasoline engines.
April 5, 2023
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Nathan Clark, Diesel Queen Host Panel at CONEXPO
A panel of industry experts will discuss the future of off-highway maintenance and repairs including trends, technologies and strategic decisions to boost repairs and reduce downtimes.
March 3, 2023
Engine oil, coolant and diesel fuel can all be highly influenced by the change in weather, impacting the overall lifespan, efficiency and safety of your equipment.
Tips for Winterizing Your Construction Equipment
Engine oil, coolant and diesel fuel can all be highly influenced by the change in weather, impacting the overall lifespan, efficiency and safety of your equipment.
January 10, 2023
For engine efficiency and fuel economy, selecting the correct engine oil is fundamental in helping to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions, as well as reducing unplanned maintenance.
How to Master Your Oil Selection
For engine efficiency and fuel economy, selecting the correct engine oil is fundamental in helping to reduce fuel consumption and carbon emissions, as well as reducing unplanned maintenance.
December 6, 2022
Under U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations, as well as the European Union’s Ecolabel (EEL) requirements, oils claiming to be EALs must meet specific criteria.
Environmentally-Acceptable Lubricants: The Right Term to Look for on the Label
We’re seeing a growing interest in environmentally-friendly lubricants. Unfortunately, there are a lot of confusing and misleading terms out there in the market.
November 20, 2022
Prepping your machines properly for winter season storage will save you some downtime come spring.
Winter Is Coming: Here’s Your Heavy Equipment Storage Checklist
Prepping your machines properly for winter season storage will save you some downtime come spring.
November 9, 2022
A complete line of products is featured in Rotary’s 2023 master parts catalog including STA-BIL, Ethanol Shield, PRI-G, Sea Foam, B3C, Helix and pre-mixed VP Fuels.
Rotary Launches New Fuel Stabilizers and Additives
A complete line of products is featured in Rotary’s 2023 master parts catalog including STA-BIL, Ethanol Shield, PRI-G, Sea Foam, B3C, Helix and pre-mixed VP Fuels.
November 6, 2022
Formulated from renewable agricultural biobased resources, Bio-E.P. Gear Oils are non-toxic, zinc-free formulations which contain no heavy metals.
Renewable Lubricants Offers Biodegradable Gear Oil
Formulated from renewable agricultural biobased resources, Bio-E.P. Gear Oils are non-toxic, zinc-free formulations which contain no heavy metals.
October 20, 2022
Available for popular lawn mower brands, each kit features up to 10 items such as an air filter, pre-filter, oil filter, fuel filter, hose clamps, spark plugs and motor oil.
Rotary Corp Offers Lawn Mower Engine Maintenance Kits
Available for popular lawn mower brands, each kit features up to 10 items such as an air filter, pre-filter, oil filter, fuel filter, hose clamps, spark plugs and motor oil.
September 10, 2022
Delo TorqForce Syn FD-1 is designed to increase performance over conventional SAE 60 TO-4 and FD-1 products for use in final drives and axles of large mining haul trucks, as well as other support equipment.
Chevron Synthetic Lubricant for Mining Trucks
Delo TorqForce Syn FD-1 is designed to increase performance over conventional SAE 60 TO-4 and FD-1 products for use in final drives and axles of large mining haul trucks, as well as other support equipment.
August 18, 2022
Each kit is based on what the machine’s manual recommends for a particular unit, with variations on hydraulic service, filters and fluids.
Yanmar Offers Maintenance Kits for Work Vehicles
Each kit is based on what the machine’s manual recommends for a particular unit, with variations on hydraulic service, filters and fluids.
August 10, 2022
The program provides insight into the performance trends of equipment, as fluids analysis explains the engine’s performance level over time.
Ridgeline Lubricants Showcases Fluids Analysis Program
The program provides insight into the performance trends of equipment, as fluids analysis explains the engine’s performance level over time.
July 21, 2022
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Caterpillar Oil & Gas Designated Stage IV Emissions-Compliant in China
New China Nonroad Stage IV engines for use in oil and gas applications.
June 23, 2022
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Shell Unveils Bitumen CarbonSink
Shell Bitumen CarbonSink is a new bio-component binder that locks carbon within roads instead of releasing it back into the atmosphere.
June 15, 2022
Renewable Lubricants presents patented Bio-Ultimax 1000, readily biodegradable biosynthetic formulas which perform like mineral oil based hydraulic fluids.
Renewable Lubricants Showcases Bio-Ultimax 1000
Renewable Lubricants presents patented Bio-Ultimax 1000, readily biodegradable biosynthetic formulas which perform like mineral oil based hydraulic fluids.
June 15, 2022
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Hot Shot’s Secret 10W-30 Blue Diamond PAO Diesel Engine Oil
Blue Diamond PAO diesel engine oil line now includes a 10W-30 offering for heavy-duty use, diesel-powered vehicles.
February 7, 2022
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Renewable Lubricants Bio-Blast Penetrant
High-performance, fast-acting, biodegradable penetrant eradicates rust and dirt to quickly free corroded components.
February 3, 2022