How Oil Selection Mistakes Cause Equipment Problems - Doug's Tip of the Month
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...
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Marine Engine Oils and Hydraulic Fluid - Doug's Tip of the Month
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.
What’s Driving Lubricant Price Increases Right Now - Doug’s Tip of the Month
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.
Preparing for Fall - Doug's Tip of the Month
We know it’s only summer, but fall will be here before you know it! Now’s the perfect time to get ahead of the season by preparing for colder weather. Don’t wait until the first frost—start stocking up on glycols and antifreeze now to ensure you're ready when temperatures drop.
Marine Engine Oils and Hydraulic Fluid - Doug's Tip of the Month
In the demanding world of marine operations, the reliability and performance of equipment are directly tied to the quality of the lubricants used. Marine engine oils and hydraulic fluids must meet strict environmental and operational standards to ensure the longevity of machinery and compliance with regulatory guidelines. This tip of the month outlines the evolving requirements for heavy-duty marine engine oils and hydraulic fluids, and highlights quality solutions available through Dennis K. Burke that meet these rigorous demands.
Passenger Car Motor Oil Requirements - Doug's Tip of the Month
In today's high-performance automotive landscape, engine oils are under increasing pressure to meet the demands of modern engines. As engines operate at higher temperatures with less oil, lubricants must evolve to maintain peak performance. With challenges like low-speed pre-ignition (LSPI) and the need for advanced detergent additives, engine oils must withstand several factors that degrade their quality over time. These include contamination from water and fuel, oxidation, shearing forces, combustion byproducts, and corrosion. To address these issues, highly refined base oils combined with cutting-edge additives such as anti-wear agents, antioxidants, and friction modifiers are essential in extending both engine life and oil durability.
Lubricant Storage and Handling - Doug's Tip of the Month
One of the most important aspects of proper lubricants and lubrication, but widely overlooked, is storage, handling and transport of the lubricants.
Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine Oil – CK-4 & FA-4 - Doug's Tip of the Month
Why use CK-4 or FA-4? CK-4 and FA-4 are the current Heavy-Duty Diesel Engine oil spec.
Maintaining Proper Oil Levels - Doug's Tip of the Month
Maintaining Proper Oil Levels in Reservoirs, Sumps, Gearboxes and Crank case
Are You Maximizing your Equipment's Efficiency?
We talk a great deal around here about proactive solutions - ideas and programs that, with a little time and capital ultimately save us time, money, and maybe most importantly - save us from the headaches of unanticipated problems. A major proactive plan that's been awesome for ourselves and several of our customers is Oil Analysis.