Science
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
LUBRIZOL AND INDIANOIL SIGN MOU FOR ENHANCED STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
June 2025 The Lubrizol Corporation is proud to announce the signing of a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Indian Oil Corp Limited (IOCL), India's leading lubricant marketer.
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July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
RELIABLE PLANT 2025 CONFERENCE DELIVERING INSIGHTS, INNOVATION, AND INSPIRATION ALONG THE "ROUTE TO RELIABILITY"
DELIVERING INSIGHTS, INNOVATION, AND INSPIRATION ALONG THE “ROUTE TO RELIABILITY”
3 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
DOUBLE THE LIFE OF YOUR GEARBOX: WHY CLEAN OIL IS NO LONGER OPTIONAL
“We analyze our oil regularly—our machines should be fine.”
2 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
WHEN ONE MISSED STEP COULD COST A SHUTDOWN Forklift Incident as a Lesson in Operational Discipline and Maintenance Culture
On a routine afternoon inside a busy industrial facility, a simple oversight nearly turned into a serious accident.
3 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
DON'T LET YOUR LUBRICANTS GO-GO:MANAGING OXIDATION WITH WHAM!
The year was 1984, Ronald Reagan was the President, the average price of a gallon of gas was $1.13 and “Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go” was at the top of the music charts.
6 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
THE EVOLUTION OF LUBRICATION TECHNOLOGIES IN PREDICTIVE MAINTENANCE
Lubrication technologies help to ensure the smooth running of industrial machinery and equipment.
4 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
SMART EATING ON THE MOVE! What to eat during work and what to avoid?
When you're racing between machines, managing teams, or tackling site breakdowns, and constantly on the move, what you eat can make or break your energy levels, concentration, and long-term health.
2 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
LUBRICANT CONTAMINATION THE PRIME CAUSE OF MECHANICAL MACHINERY FAILURE
It is a fact that some 80% of machinery failures are related to lubrication.
6 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
Chai for Us, Care for Them - Monsoon Maintenance: Human-Machine Edition
As the skies open up and we settle in with a hot cup of ginger chai and a side of pakoras, life seems cozy.
3 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
MASTERING LUBRICATION PROGRAMS: BEST PRACTICES FOR OPTIMAL MACHINERY PERFORMANCE
In today's fast-paced industrial environment, machinery efficiency and longevity are paramount.
3 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
SHELL STRENGTHENS INDIA PRESENCE WITH ACQUISITION OF RAJ PETRO
In a significant move to deepen its presence in the Indian lubricants market, Shell has acquired 100% equity in Raj Petro Specialities Pvt Ltd, a Mumbai-based specialty oil and lubricant manufacturer, from Germany's Brenntag Group.
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July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
4TH ROSEFIELD CONFERENCE ON CIRCULAR ECONOMY IN USED OIL DISCUSSES CHALLENGES IN EPR 'FROM POLICY TO PRACTICE'
May 26, 2025 | Taj Palace, New Delhi
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July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
THE MACHINERY DOCTOR: Diagnosing Silent Failures Before They Kill Your Equipment
When Machines Go Quiet—That's When You Should Worry.
3 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
ANATOMY OF AN OIL FILTER
By definition, an oil filter's main role is to cleanse oil from destructive contaminants within a machine such as an engine, transmission, hydraulic system, and other oil-dependent systems.
9 min |
July – August 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
UNDERSTANDING LOW VISCOSITY ENGINE OIL IN HEAVY-DUTY SEGMENT AND ITS FORMULATION CHALLENGES
In recent years, the use of low-viscosity engine oils in the heavy-duty segment has been on the rise, driven by the need for better fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and enhanced engine performance.
6 min |
May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
COMBATING DIRTY FUEL
The fuel system is one of the most crucial and expensive systems in mobile equipment.
6 min |
May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
LASSI FOR US, LUBE FOR THEM: SURVIVING SUMMER, HUMAN & MACHINE EDITION
It's that time of year again—when fans whirl at full speed, ACs groan under pressure, and the only thing hotter than the sun is the debate over whether buttermilk or coconut water is the better coolant.
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May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
Recent Advancements In The Development Of Industrial Gear Oil For Steel Plant Gear Drives
Standard industrial gear lubricants with Sulfur and Phosphorus as EP additives do not actively combat wear.
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May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
DESIGNING AN EFFECTIVE LUBRICATION PROGRAM
We all know lubrication is the lifeblood of machinery. But how do we know our lubricants are doing their job? Well, that's where an effective lubrication program steps in.
5 min |
May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
EXPLORING THE FOUNDATIONS OF MACHINERY LUBRICATION: INNOVATIONS, KEY PRACTICES, AND INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Machinery lubrication is the cornerstone of effective equipment maintenance and reliability.
3 min |
May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
Mind Maintenance
How to Manage Stress Under Pressure!
1 min |
May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
Additive Depletion and How it Occurs
Lubricants are essential for the efficient operation of all machinery, to reduce friction, wear, and corrosion while ensuring smooth performance.
6 min |
May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
DEVELOPING TALENT TO SUPPORT GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Getting started is the biggest challenge to developing lubrication expertise in a global company.
4 min |
May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
ISFL 2025 CHAMPIONS INNOVATION FOR SUSTAINABLE ENERGY TRANSITION
The 14th International Symposium on Fuels & Lubricants (ISFL 2025), organized by IndianOil R&D under the aegis of the ISFL Society, was successfully held from March 20–22, 2025, at Vivanta by Taj, Surajkund, Delhi NCR.
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May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
HPCL RACES AHEAD WITH DELHIVERY: A NEW ERA IN LUBRICANT DISTRIBUTION
In a strategic move to strengthen its supply chain, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has partnered with Delhivery, one of India’s leading logistics and supply chain companies.
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May - June, 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
EDDY-CURRENT ORBIT PLOT ANALYSIS WITH A PORTABLE VIBRATION ANALYZER
The Curtis Bay plant recycle blower M53304 has a large 1000 HP Babbitt motor and fan oil-lubricated bearings, critical to optimal plant performance.
3 min |
March - April 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
MISTAKES IN THESE 6 AREAS ARE SABOTAGING YOUR LUBRICATION PROGRAM
Specific Questions to Ask Yourself Around Your Facility
3 min |
March - April 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
Contamination Control at a Pulp & Paper Plant
If you have ever worked in or around a paper facility, you might be familiar with the steam, smell, pulp, and water that seem to be everywhere.
6 min |
March - April 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
RE-OILING THE WHEELS: NAVIGATING INDIA'S USED OIL LANDSCAPE UNDER THE EXTENDED PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY
India, as the world’s third-largest lubricant market, faces a significant challenge in the sustainable management of used oil generated from its expanding automotive and industrial sectors.
4 min |
March - April 2025
MACHINERY LUBRICATION INDIA
BP MULLS CASTROL SALE: WHAT COULD THIS MEAN FOR INDIA'S LUBRICANTS MARKET?
BP is reportedly exploring the sale of its lubricants division, Castrol, in a move that could fetch around $10 billion.
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