Lubricants News and Updates

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.

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.

One of the most important aspects of proper lubricants and lubrication, but widely overlooked, is storage, handling and transport of the lubricants.

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 in Reservoirs, Sumps, Gearboxes and Crank case