Lubricants News and Updates

Choosing the wrong oil for your equipment might seem like a minor oversight, but it can set off a chain reaction of mechanical issues that lead to costly repairs and...

 Running an auto repair facility with a mixed vehicle fleet means juggling multiple lubricant specifications, brands, and delivery schedules. Dennis K Burke simplifies this challenge by offering a full line of commercial lubricant products that cover everything from passenger cars to heavy-duty fleets. This guide breaks down what to look for in a lubricant distributor and highlights the top options for shops serving diverse fleets in the Northeast!

Key Takeaways: How Lubricant Suppliers Support Repair Shops

• A dependable lubricant supplier helps your repair shop maintain consistent service quality and customer satisfaction through reliable product availability.
• Technical support from your supplier ensures you're recommending the right products for every vehicle that enters your bay.
• Dennis K. Burke, Inc. delivers commercial lubricants across the Northeast with same-day order confirmations and dedicated account representatives.
• Supply chain reliability becomes critical when servicing mixed vehicle fleets with varied viscosity and specification requirements.
• Strong supplier partnerships reduce downtime, streamline inventory management, and help your shop stay competitive in your local market.

What Do Commercial Lubricant Suppliers Actually Do for Repair Shops?

Your lubricant supplier does more than drop off drums and cases of motor oil. The right distributor becomes a partner in your shop's success, handling everything from product sourcing to technical guidance.

As warmer weather arrives and summer boating season approaches, Dennis K. Burke, Inc. has the engine oils and hydraulic fluids needed to help keep marine equipment operating reliably and ready for busy holiday weekends on the water.

Conflict, Supply, and Demand are all contributors to the latest (and still upcoming) Lubricant price increases.Traditional pricing matrices have not followed the normal timeline. When crude oil and base oils had price increases in the past, it was usually 30, 60, 90 or even 120 days before blenders and manufactures would pass them on to customers.This time, volatility is so intense that we have seen blenders almost immediately passing on price increases.

This St. Patrick’s Day, we’re highlighting products that help keep operations running smoothly while reducing environmental impact. Environmentally friendly lubricants and hydraulic fluids are designed to biodegrade more readily, minimize toxicity to aquatic life, and in many cases incorporate renewable or bio-based ingredients, helping protect soil and waterways in the event of leaks or spills. Environmentally Friendly Hydraulic Fluids are a great choice for Landscapers, DPWs, Golf Courses, Tree Services, Paving Companies and Municipalities – Schools, where green, lawns and the environment are a concern or consideration.

Dennis K Burke is proud to announce that we now carry Valvoline Lubricants and Greases in our line-up.

Industrial gear lubricants are essential to maintaining the efficiency and longevity of gearboxes across a wide range of industries. From reducing friction and heat to protecting against wear and corrosion, choosing the right gear lube ensures optimal equipment performance. In this blog, we’ll explore the three main categories of gear lubricants, their applications, benefits, and key factors to consider when selecting a lubricant, including special considerations for cold weather conditions.

The 3 Categories of Industrial Gear Lubricants

In cold of the winter, the right lubricants are crucial for vehicle performance and engine protection. Here are some key points to consider:

Propylene Glycol (PG) is a versatile, non-toxic heat transfer fluid widely used across numerous industries due to its ability to lower the freeze point of water and operate efficiently within a broad temperature range of -50°F to 325°F. From critical applications like HVAC systems, solar heating, and thermal energy storage to specialized uses in food processing, cosmetics, and industrial manufacturing, PG-based antifreezes and coolants offer reliable performance and safety. When formulated with virgin glycols and high-quality additive packages, PG antifreezes provide excellent corrosion resistance, pH stability, and extended fluid life—making them essential for optimizing equipment longevity and performance across a wide range of demanding environments.

Propylene Glycols have many uses including but not limited to: