Lubrication Experts – Details, episodes & analysis

Join us for a special episode of Lubrication Experts featuring Jacob Bonta, the Lead Formulation Scientist for Industrial Fluids and Greases at Valvoline Global Operations. In this in-depth discussion, Jacob takes us through the intricate process of developing greases from concept to market. Learn about the key factors in grease formulation, the importance of application-specific design, the testing and trial phases, and the unique challenges and opportunities in making and scaling up industrial grease. This episode is a must-watch for anyone in the lubrication industry, from sales and marketing professionals to field users. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 00:47 Understanding Grease Development 01:53 Targeting Applications and Environments 02:32 Push vs. Pull in Product Development 05:35 Economic Considerations in Grease Production 10:19 Core Components of Grease 14:37 Grease as a Technology Platform 18:56 Defining Performance Criteria 25:33 Bench Testing and Iteration 30:55 Field Trials and Real-World Testing 36:16 Scaling Up Production 41:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Welcome to Lubrication Experts! In this episode, we dive into the new HPM grease specification and its significance in the lubrication industry. Our guest, Gary Dudley, a veteran with over 27 years at ExxonMobil and now an independent consultant, shares insights about the evolution of grease specifications, the detailed criteria of HPM (High Performance Multi-use) grease, and the wide range of applications it covers. Learn about the development process of the specification, the auditing and certification involved, and what it means for end users and manufacturers. Additionally, we discuss the potential future enhancements in the field of lubrication specifications and the importance of creating a standard for energy-efficient greases. Tune in to close the knowledge gap on HPM grease and understand how it impacts the industry. 00:00 Introduction to Lubrication Experts 00:26 Introducing Gary Dudley 02:34 Understanding HPM Grease Specification 03:24 Development and Importance of HPM 06:55 Differentiation and Tags in HPM 12:06 Applications and Flexibility of HPM Greases 15:22 Challenges and Future of HPM Specifications 18:56 Certification Process and Market Adoption 23:06 Conclusion and Future Prospects

In this special Christmas episode, join me as I reflect on the past two and a half years and discuss the latest trends in the lubrication industry. We'll delve into the insular nature of working for major companies, the importance of collaboration and sharing knowledge, and the challenges of ruthless competition. We'll also explore the complexity of the industry, from certification overload to overwhelming product lines. And, on an optimistic note, we'll discuss exciting technologies on the horizon that have the potential to revolutionize the lubrication industry. Plus, we'll share insights into the journey of starting a YouTube channel and the value of connecting with experts in the field. Don't miss out on this thought-provoking and informative episode! Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season and a happy new year!

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Understanding the Base Stock Market - An In-depth Look with Jack Zakarian In this podcast episode, we hear from industry expert Jack Zakarian who spent over 37 years with Chevron. The episode covers the foundation of base stocks focusing on terms like neutral, solvent neutral, bright stock, and their correlation to API based stock groups. Jack also discusses the evolution of the base oil industry explaining the shift from group 1 towards group 2 & 3 processes, the advantages of these processes, the reasons behind the decline in group 1, as well as its impact. The future of the base stock market with implications of electric vehicles and the role of regulatory interventions is also touched upon elaborately. 00:00 Introduction and Guest Background 00:40 Understanding API Base Oil Groups 01:08 Defining Terms: Neutral, Solvent Neutral, Bright Stock 02:52 The Process of Making Brightstock 04:15 Challenges in Manufacturing Brightstock 10:07 The Shift from Group 1 to Group 2 Base Oils 17:22 Flexibility and Limitations in Plant Design 19:46 Understanding Base Oils as Commodities 21:25 Working with Different Types of Oils 21:46 The Advantages of Group 2 Oils 22:12 Differences in Group 3 Oils 23:35 The Impact of Group 1 Disappearing from the Market 24:12 The Role of Brightstock in Viscosity 27:20 The Future of the Base Stock Market 29:23 The Impact of Electric Vehicles on the Lubricant Market 31:25 The Role of Regulation in the Shift to Electric Vehicles 34:48 Closing Remarks and Future Predictions https://lubrication.expert

Polymers - they're everywhere in lubricants. But the the understanding of their variants, and their functions is not that well understood. Dr Jacob Scherger of Functional Products sits down with Rafe Britton to untangle them!

Oil analysis - your business is most likely doing it, collecting the data, and then never looking at the data ever again. How do I know this? Because I have seen countless examples. In this podcast, Elaine Hepley from Polaris Laboratories takes a look at oil analysis data, how it is analysed, and how we set limits.

Lithium greases still dominate the market. But how did it get to be that way? In this wide-ranging interview with Lubrication Expert Andy Waynick, we discuss simple versus complex greases, why Lithium won over all the other soaps, grease compatibility and much, much more.

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Synthetic base oils are everywhere. But you might be surprised to learn how many there are, and when they're used. In this episode we talk about the fundamentals of synthetic lubricants with returning guest John Sander.

Sometimes you will have seen her on social media as Wendy, the Oil Lady. She is the president of a group called the Crew Collaborative which does a lot of work promoting the trades in the construction industry.  And the reason why she's able to give some really good insight specifically into our industry is that not only is she the crew collaborative president, Wendy is also a field-based account manager for CNHI Midwest for Shell Lubricants. In both of those roles, Wendy is able to give us some insight into, let's say, some of the personnel issues and challenges that we are facing in our industry.

Open Gear Lubricants are a unique class of very high-viscosity oils often used in the mining, steel, and cement industries. Essential for driving large mills and big slew gears, open gear lubricants maintain the health of some of the most expensive assets on the planet.