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Author: Sarah Simonovich

What do Screwdrivers and Rotting Butter Have in Common?

Here’s a hint: it all has to do with that smell. Have you ever encountered an old set of screwdrivers…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…