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Blog About Lubricants

Vehicle June 27, 2021

Horsepower Versus Torque: Understanding Key Engine Performance Terms

Power

If you’re looking to buy a new car, chances are good that you know the difference between horsepower and torque. Is one more important than the other? How do they actually impact vehicle performance?

You’ll know more about:

  • What Is Torque and Horsepower?
  • What Do Those Things Mean?
  • Which Matters Most?

What Matters More for Acceleration & Speed: Best Explained about Horsepower and Torque Table of contents 1. What Is Torque? 2. What Is Horsepower? 3. What Do Those Things Mean? 4. Which Matters Most? 5. Conclusion If you’re looking to buy a new car, chances are good that you want to know how much horsepower […]

Technical June 2, 2021

What Is the GCC Standardization Organization (GSO)?

GCC Standardization Organization GSO

GSO conformity certificate now mandated for all motorcycles, motorcycles, and tires within member nations. Learn more about GSO Standards.

GCC Standardization Organization Headquartered in Riyadh, the GCC Standardization Organization, or GSO, is a regional standardization organization tasked with the mission of assisting member states to set standards and safety levels in relation to a wide range of initiatives, including water, fire protection, halal foods, cigars, cigarettes, and food safety. It also touches on hazards […]

Technical May 1, 2021

A Closer Look At The New SAE 0W16 Engine Oil

Armor Lubricants

One of the more interesting engine oils to hit the market in recent years is 0W16. Do you need this engine oil for your vehicle? What makes it different from other engine oil viscosities out there?

You’ll learn all about:

  • What is 0W16?
  • What Engines Require 0W16 Oil?
  • What Benefits Does 0W16 Engine Oil Offer?

Automotive lubricants continue to expand as we accelerate for more fuel-efficient engines with longer lifespans. This can be seen in many areas, such as the advancement of synthetic motor oil and full synthetic motor oil. One of the most interesting areas can also be seen in the range of new viscosity grades 0w16 engine oil […]

Industry March 22, 2021

The Key Benefits Of Turbine Oil

Armor Lubricants

Oil is essential to the safe operation of turbines, whether we’re talking about steam turbines, natural gas fired turbines, or something else. However, not all turbine oil is created equal.

Learn More About:

  • The benefits of turbine oil.
  • How to ensure that you’re choosing the right product to support long-term, safe operation of your turbines.

Turbines are used in a wide range of different situations and come in a number of different types. There are natural gas turbines, steam turbines, hydroelectric turbines, and more. While they are all designed for different needs and uses, they have one thing in common – the need for the right turbine oil. Of course, […]

Technical March 4, 2021

A Closer Look At Base Oil Groups And Their Applications

Armor Lubricants

How much do you know about the various types of oil out there? Chances are good that you can think of many different weights, but what about the base oil types and API base oil definitions? Most of those who don’t work in the oil industry don’t know much beyond the basics. Here’s what you need to know about the base oil groups and what each group contains.

Know More About:

  • Group I Oils
  • Group II Oils
  • Group III Oils
  • Group IV Oils
  • Group V Oils

It’s tempting to think that all oils are essentially the same. They might be more viscous depending on the application they’re intended for, but underneath it all, they’re really just plain old oil, right? Actually, that’s only partially right. In order to make informed decisions regarding machinery and vehicle maintenance, it’s important to understand the […]

Industry March 1, 2021

A Brief History Of The American Petroleum Institute (API)

API

The American Petroleum Institute (API) is one of the largest trade associations in the world and has been around for 100 years as of 2020. During its long life, the association has been highly instrumental in achieving standardization for oil extraction technologies and plays a central role in certification for oil-based products sold around the world.

Know More About:

  • API Certified Lubricant Products
  • Energy Conservation
  • Petroleum Industry

Founded in 1919, the American Petroleum Institute, better known as API, is the largest trade association in the United States focused on the oil and natural gas industry. It represents close to 700 different corporations throughout the industry and was formed with the purpose of influencing public policy to support and grow this segment both […]

Vehicle February 2, 2021

Essential Steps To Maintaining Internal Combustion Engines

Internal Combustion Engines

Quick Guide to the Most Important Steps in Caring for an Internal Combustion Engine to Operate Reliably and Safely.

Essential steps for an internal combustion engine to ensures a long use life, improved fuel efficiency, and better reliability Internal Combustion Engines Internal combustion engines power the vast majority of the world’s vehicles. Whether we’re talking about passenger cars, light trucks, or even heavy-duty trucks, there’s an internal combustion engine in the mix delivering power […]

Industry January 7, 2021

Important Things To Know About Engine Oil Tests

Engine

Lubricants must be tested for their performance within engines. However, while viscosity testing is one of the most common, there are many other tests that must be conducted, including safety testing, salt resistance, and more. Make sure you only purchase oil that has been thoroughly tested and has received certification from industry governing bodies.

Know More About:

  • Internal Combustion Engines
  • The Governing Bodies
  • Viscosity testing
  • Ensuring tested lubricant Oil

Best Practices : Engine Oil Quality Tests Table of contents Internal Combustion Engines The Governing Bodies Society of Automotive Engineers The Testing The Need To Purchase Tested Oil Engine oil must be carefully designed in order to withstand the rigors of the environment inside the engine. Because of this, engine oil test are performed to […]

Consumer Education December 24, 2020

Understanding How Engine Oil Functions: 5 Main Role Of Engine Lubricants In The Modern Engine

Modern Engines

Most of us are familiar with the lubrication that oil provides, but did you know that it serves a number of other roles within the engine?

In this comprehensive blog, you’ll know more about:

  • Lubrication and Protection
  • Fuel Economy Improvements
  • Removing Deposits
  • Enhanced Performance
  • Engine Oil as a Coolant
  • About Multi-Grade Engine Oil

Table of contents 1. Engine Oil Lubrication And Protection 2. Fuel Economy Improvements 3. Removes Deposits 4. Enhanced Performance Of Engine Lubricant 5. Engine Lubricant Cooling 6. A Caveat 7. Know The Rules 8. Conclusion Role Of Engine Lubricants – Everything You Need to Know The engine of a vehicle, whether we’re talking about a […]