Lubricants News and Updates
Ethylene Glycol Demand Driving up Antifreeze Costs - Again
Antifreeze prices will be going up for all major suppliers this Spring due to the rising price of Ethylene Glycol. Ethylene Glycol is the main componant of automotive antifreeze - but it is also used in the manufacture of plastics and resins, including plastic soda bottles and it is also used in some medical applications. The increase in demand, especially for manufactured plastics as a result of economic expansion in countries like China has made global prices continue to climb.
Don't Forget to beat the DEF Increase!
Just a reminder on beating the DEF increase coming April 1st......As you know, this is the time of year where we start seeing increases in the DEF market. 1/3 of DEF is comprised of Urea. The reason this time of year causes an uptick in DEF prices is that Urea's primary use is as fertilizer in the agricultural sector, and competition for urea reflects on the commodities market side, and that results in an increase in its cost.
Lubricants News: Don't Let the Cold Slow You Down
DEF Pricing Specials for December 2012
November Lube News - Valvtect Diesel Guard Tank Maintenance
Pre-Winter Tank Maintenance Program
Up to 50% of all winter diesel vehicle breakdowns can be attributed to water and bacteria (bugs) being pumped from the main diesel...
Fall Lubricants Pricing Specials for 2012
Its still August, but we are ready to roll out our Fall Pricing Specials for the Lube Division.
Lube News September 2012 - BioBlend
Environmentally Sensitive Lubricants
Understanding API Certification
If you buy motor oil, you probably get frustrated sometimes with all the specifications and constant updates to product info... "Do I need a CI-4 a CJ-4 -whats the difference anyways? I know I need 15w40, but why? What is that anyways?"
BioBlend Environmentally Friendly Products
Did you know we stock BioBlend lubricants? Environmentally friendly lubricants for the environmentally friendly contractor.