Product Transfer System
ProSys Servo Filling Systems says its HP-05P pail press is an economical, compact solution for automated product transfers from five-gallon straight or tapered pails to other process equipment, a filling system or a packaging line. The system can handle a variety of products, from water-thin liquids to highly viscous pastes, transferred at a flow rate of up to 1 gallon per minute at 150 psi pressure. Features include one moving stainless steel plate driven by a hydraulic power supply for easy product clean-up and changeovers. Web: prosysfill.com
Delo Unveils Its CK-4 and FA-4
Chevron launched its line of API CK-4 and FA-4 heavy duty engine oils in August. The Delo brand oils include updated Isosyn Advanced Technology, which the company says allows for increased durability through better oxidation, antiwear and piston control. The product line, which includes six mineral, synthetic and semi-synthetic oils in a range of viscosities, extends drain intervals compared API CJ-4 products; the FA-4 version provides better fuel efficiency. The company is also launching an advisory service to help operators select appropriate engine oils. The oils will be available at first licensing of the new API category, December 1. Web: chevrondelo.com
Gel in Place
WD-40s Specialist Spray & Stay Gel Lubricant is a no-drip product ideal for vertical surfaces and moving parts like chains and cables where lubrication needs to stay put, the company says. The gel-like formula includes self-healing technology that softens to lubricate when theres friction. When the friction stops, it solidifies again to protect against rust and corrosion. The company says its product prevents rust for up to one year. Web: wd40specialist.com/products/spray-gel
Korea Automates Grease
A new automated grease injector from NCH Korea can be used in a range of industries that require large volumes of grease or small amounts of specialized lubricant. Controlled with a pump or piston, the units use transparent bellow grease cartridges to prevent air contact while allowing easy visual checks for grease levels. The NK-300AGC unit runs up to 6 months on four AAA batteries, and its polycarbonate body resists external shock better than metal units. The NK-CBGC unit runs on electricity. Both injectors can withstand sudden changes in temperature or vibration, the company says. NCH produces a dedicated grease to accompany the injector units. Web: www.nch.co.kr
Service Fill for Asian Autos
JX Nippons Eneos brand has produced a range of transmission fluids for the automotive aftermarket where genuine fluids are specified, including automatic transmissions, continuously variable transmissions and dual pump systems. The Eneos Import Series is comprised of three fluid categories: Import ATF, Import CVT Fluid and Import DPS Fluid. The ATF fluids are recommended for Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Acura, Nissan, Kia and Mitsubishi vehicles; the CVT fluid is compatible with Nissan, Honda and Acura vehicles; and the DPS fluid meets Honda and Acura requirements. Web: www.eneos.us/import-series
Russias Semi-Synth for Off-Road
Lukoil is producing two new semi-synthetic motor oils for gasoline and diesel engines. Lukoil Avantgarde Ultra Plus 10W-40 meets the latest requirements of global truck, bus, construction and agricultural equipment makers, the company says, and provides a 30,000 km drain interval in severe operating conditions. Lukoil Avantgarde Ultra M3 15W-40 is specifically designed to provide extended drain intervals of up to 1,000 operating hours for construction and mining machinery operating in severe conditions. The company says its 15W-40 is the only semi-synthetic motor oil to meet MTU Oil Category 3 requirements. Both products are made with the manufacturers VHVI API Group III+ base oil. Web: lukoil-lubricants.com
Keep Concentrationin Check
Houghton International has launched two metalworking fluid monitoring systems to help control quality and concentration of water-based metal cutting fluids, cleaners, aqueous quenchants, water glycol hydraulic fluids and offshore fluids. The Greenlight Continuous Concentration Monitor is a self-contained measurement system that enables monitoring through refractive index sensor technology, says the company. The ACTS Fluid Monitor and Control System uses the same type of technology to measure pH, temperature, conductivity and other fluid properties in addition to concentration. It provides automatic concentration control through six separate programmable relay outputs for additions of water, fluid concentrates or additives, Houghton boasts. Web: www.houghtonmetalworking.com
Testing in a Flash
Flash point testing is used to classify potentially hazardous substances and to determine flammability for storage, transport and disposal charges, as well as labeling requirements. Changes in flash point can indicate that a sample may have been contaminated or adulterated. The new range of Setaflash Series 3 instruments make flash point testing available in-house, even to those with minimal experience, says maker Stanhope-Seta. The instruments are suitable for laboratory or portable tests, typically taking less than two minutes to perform using a 2 mL test sample. They hold up to 100,000 test results, which can be transferred to a computer by USB. Web: www.stanhope-seta.co.uk
German Storage Goes Global
Liqui Moly has expanded the sales range for its oil storage cabinet beyond Germany to the global market. The cabinet can safely and cleanly store twelve 20-liter canisters or eight 20-liter canisters and two 60-liter barrels of automotive oil, saving space in garages. Canisters are stored horizontally so they can be removed quickly, and the galvanized collection tray catches any drips. The lockable door has built in pockets for storing additional labels, oil guides and other documents. While cabinets are not part of Liqui Molys core business, the company says it aims to help customers use its products more easily. Web: www.liqui-moly.us
First Dexos1:2015 Oil
After two years of development, Idemitsu Lubricants Americas SAE 0W-20 engine oil is the first to be blessed by General Motors latest Dexos1 specification, known as Dexos1:2015. The oil is designed to meet the accelerating demands of GMs modern engines, as well as those of other manufacturers, Idemitsu says. In particular, the product provides protection for turbocharged engines and suppresses low speed pre-ignition events, a common concern in such engine designs. The oil also satisfies ILSAC GF-5 conditions. Web: www.ilacorp.com
Biobased Drilling
Environmental Lubricants Manufacturing Inc. has developed a Biobased Drill Rod Grease with improved water washout properties. The product is almost entirely made of renewable biobased materials with no heavy metals, according to Saeed Soleimani, ELM production manager. The aluminum complex grease has environmentally safe additives to increase its mass density, and its balance of adhesiveness and cohesiveness make it particularly effective in and around high water flow. A microwave based grease manufacturing process puts the product on par with conventional greases in both performance and price, says the company. Web: www.elmusa.com
Send your product news to ProductNews@LubesNGreases.com.