Throughout late August and September, much of the Pacific Coast of the United States was set ablaze. During that same time period, tropical storms blasted the Gulf Coast. The result of these extreme weather hazards saw countless Americans without power for days at a time. Now, as summer ends and the weather begins to turn […]
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What Are the Benefits of Using Royal Purple Lubricant?
When you’re working with industrial machinery of any kind, it can be easy to overlook the importance of your lubricant. After all, even relatively simple machines are composed of dozens of intricate moving parts. Most users focus on those things that they can see in motion. Lubricant is often an afterthought. If this sounds familiar, […]
Compressed Air Dryers Explained
Compressed air dryers are designed to remove water vapor from compressed air. When air is compressed, the temperature and atmospheric contaminants (in this case, water) increase. Compressed air has a 100 percent relative humidity rate. As the air cools, the water condenses and runs off into the machinery—similar to how your car might “leak” water […]
What’s the Main Thing You Should Know Regarding Industrial Lubricants?
Getting the right industrial lubricant for your machinery in Wisconsin is a little more involved than opening your owner’s manual and picking the first recommended lubricant you can find in-store or online. Manufacturers’ recommendations are helpful, but you need to pick an industrial lubricant that’s not just suitable for your machine, but also the environment […]
How Often Should Mechanical Machines Be Lubricated?
One of the most important aspects of ongoing maintenance for mechanical machines in Wisconsin is making sure the machinery is properly lubricated. By keeping friction low, you also reduce the amount of wear and tear that occurs during standard operation of the machine, cut down on operating temperatures, minimize potential corrosion and prevent contaminants from […]