When it comes to the different types of hydraulic oil, AW is one of the most commonly-used. But what, exactly, does the “AW” in AW hydraulic oil stand for? Defining AW Oil and its Components Quite...
Before scientists engineered semi-synthetic and fully synthetic oil, people relied on conventional passenger engine oil to power their automobiles and machines. Mineral based oil can be considered the...
With Semi-Synthetic Passenger Car Engine Oils, also known as Synthetic Blend Engine Oils, the name really says it all. Sometimes, it’s hard to find the balance between something that’s top-quality...
Progress runs on industry and industry runs on lubricants. Discover how industrial and automotive lubricants work to keep our world running smoothly.
It’s not uncommon for a vehicle to require using full synthetic engine oil–but, why? Well, the synthetic substance offers several benefits to your car and will extend your engine’s lifespan. Engineers...
If you’re wondering what exactly classifies as a passenger car motor/engine oil (PCMO), the answer is fairly simple: all cars and light-duty trucks. But it’s not really just that simple. You need to determine whether or...
In a world that is becoming more and more aware of the importance of recycling, we thought it was about time we talked about how you can and why you should recycle your motor oil. Whether you own your own auto shop or...
If you frequently purchase oil drums for your business or quarts to maintain an engine, you may often ask– how long is oil good for? How do I know the shelf life? ExxonMobil states, “In general, the recommended...
A technical service bulletin was issued for 2016 Ram EcoDiesel and Jeep Grand Cherokee. In 2014, engineers introduced the EcoDiesel engine to both the Ram 1500 and the Jeep Grand Cherokee. The engine is the same 3.0L...
The world is coming around to diesel-powered passenger cars with nearly half of European cars run on diesel. Diesel has changed a great deal over the years—they run cleaner, quieter, and have better gas mileage. Because...
The sound of an air compressor is part of my childhood. I grew up hearing the startup of the motor with the sometimes-squeak of the belt and having my dad use his air compressor to magically remove dirt from our clothes...
While there’s no use crying over spilled milk, but spilled oil is another story entirely. At PSC, we know that the world runs on industry and that all industry runs on a variety of oils, coolants, solvents, and...
When we think of lubricants, we tend to think more along the lines of fluids–substances that are fluid and free-flowing, rather than solid or dry. We think of hydraulic fluids, engine oils, gear lubricants...
There was a period of time when I wanted to move to New York and be a big-time advertising gal. I had dreams of slipping away for lunchtime cocktail meetings and clicking my way through a marble-floored lobby to take...
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