Here’s a hint: it all has to do with that smell. Have you ever encountered an old set of screwdrivers that just smell, well, awful? Maybe you were gifted an old, hand me down toolbox from a relative only to be assaulted...
Author - Sarah Simonovich
Sarah Simonovich
The Rise of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons
It’s not really a proper celebration with at least a few balloons. But what about when those balloons are five-to-six stories high? That’s…that’s a big celebration. Macy’s Parade History For millions of Americans...
Petroleum Product of the Week: Lipstick
“Pour yourself a drink, put on some lipstick, and pull yourself together.” –Elizabeth Taylor There’s just something about finding the perfect shade of lipstick that is oh so satisfying. Maybe...
Understanding Types of Lubricants: Grease
Choosing the Right Grease When it comes to your vehicle, your industrial manufacturing equipment, and even your airplane, lubricants are critical in making sure everything works as it should. Sometimes you need a...
Crack Sealing: The Reason Behind the Road Squiggles
If you’ve ever found yourself driving down a long stretch of rural highway for any length of time, your eyes have probably wandered. First to the (maybe desolate) landscape. Then to the other cars whose license plates...
Why Lubricant Additives are Important
There’s a reason why additives are added to your lubricating oil—in fact, there are plenty of reasons, all of which are important for its performance characteristics. When it comes to lubricants, they start out with a...
5 Common Automotive Engine Myths
Proper engine maintenance is key if you want to keep your car driving smoothly for as long as possible. Oil is a major component in routine car maintenance: it keeps the engine lubricated, prevents corrosion, and...
Why is Lead so Poisonous?
Oh, lead. In 2017, most people are aware that lead is poisonous. Which is actually kind of devastating, because it’s a very useful heavy metal. Lead is malleable and soft, yet remains strong and dense. It naturally...
Petroleum Product of the Week: Toothbrushes
Every morning when you wake up, you probably have some kind of routine or a few daily rituals. Maybe you get out of bed, take a shower, get dressed, walk the dog, feed the family…Chances are brushing your teeth is in...
Industrial Innovations: the History of the Sewing Machine
Were you to make a list of some of the most important inventions of all time steel would probably be on that list. So would the lightbulb, antibiotics, the wheel, internal combustion engine, and, well, computers and the...