Raw Lumens vs. Effective Lumens
LED lamp output values (Lumens) can vary dramatically depending on which values are being quoted. The following information may assist selecting the right product for the right application. Raw Lumens This is a [...]
5 Reasons why you need automatic lubrication
In this article, a case will be made for automatic lubrication as a true necessity, rather than an option. Here are just five of many reasons why automatic lubrication is so valuable. 1. Automatic Lubrication [...]
Recognizing clogged grease zerks
This article aims to help identify common causes of clogged grease zerks. We are not providing advice and always seek your OEM owner's manual for proper procedures. Heavy machinery such as construction and mining equipment [...]
Colour Quality of Light
The Relativity of Colour Most of us think of colour in very absolute terms – a strawberry is red, a banana is yellow, or the sky is blue. In reality, the colour we perceive is relative to the [...]
Selecting the proper grease for a given climate
Extreme temperatures can make operating equipment more challenging. One reason for this is the way temperature affects lubricants. Industrial lubrication grease consists of a base oil and a metallic soap (or other thickener). Selecting the proper grease for your [...]
Water: the silent bearing killer
Lubrication in Bearing Design Bearings are used to provide stable, low-friction movement for equipment. While each bearing will differ according to its use and specifications, they all face one common enemy: water contamination. The use [...]