| Metathesis Powers Marketability of Biobased Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Lubricant researchers need new tools that provide high viscosity index, low volatility, low-temperature fluidity, high-temperature performance and good oxidative stability for today’s demanding lubricant needs. Experts think that metathesis-processed renewable oils will be the key to producing high-performance, biobased...view more Lubricant researchers need new tools that provide high viscosity index, low volatility, low-temperature fluidity, high-temperature performance and good oxidative stability for today’s demanding lubricant needs. Experts think that metathesis-processed renewable oils will be the key to producing high-performance, biobased base oils and additives. view less | |
| Biobased Lubricants: Gearing Up For A Green World | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | The advantages of biobased lubricants include biodegradability, superior lubricity, higher flash/fire points, high VI, basestock renewability and domestic agricultural support. Disadvantages include poor oxidative stability and poor low-temperature perfor...view more The advantages of biobased lubricants include biodegradability, superior lubricity, higher flash/fire points, high VI, basestock renewability and domestic agricultural support. Disadvantages include poor oxidative stability and poor low-temperature performance. The future of biobased lubricants depends on overcoming the disadvantages while being price competitive with mineral-based and synthetic lubricants. view less | |
| Sounding Board: What are the Key Benefits from the Ongoing Development and Application of Biobased Lubricants? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Performance is the No. 1 issue that will determine whether the marketplace sees increased use of biobased lubricants, according to TLT readers. While nearly everyone agrees that biobased lubricants offer greater environmental benefits, particularly in out...view more Performance is the No. 1 issue that will determine whether the marketplace sees increased use of biobased lubricants, according to TLT readers. While nearly everyone agrees that biobased lubricants offer greater environmental benefits, particularly in outdoor applications and where spills are involved, many say cost and performance issues remain barriers to their expansion. view less | |
| Developments with Bio-Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Developments with Bio-Lubricants is a column about how the USDA’s BioPreferred program is promoting the use and manufacturing of bio-based products. According to the USDA, the use of biobased products will reduce U.S. reliance on petroleum, increase the u...view more Developments with Bio-Lubricants is a column about how the USDA’s BioPreferred program is promoting the use and manufacturing of bio-based products. According to the USDA, the use of biobased products will reduce U.S. reliance on petroleum, increase the use of renewable agriculture resources, and potentially contribute to reducing adverse environmental and health impacts. view less | |
| Lexolube® CQ-3000 | Univar Solutions | Lexolube® CQ-3000 is an environmentally friendly, high viscosity synthetic complex ester engineered for superior thermal and oxidative stability. It is compatible with other synthetic esters, PAO and mineral oils. It can be used as a viscosity modifier, while also improving performance in high temperature lubricant applications that exceed 200°C. Lexolube® CQ-3000 provides excellent boundary protection, and can be used as an antiwear/extreme pressure additive to eliminate or reduce chlorine, sulfur and/or phosphorus additives in lubricant formulations. Lexolube® CQ-3000 is a USDA Certified Biobased...view more Lexolube® CQ-3000 is an environmentally friendly, high viscosity synthetic complex ester engineered for superior thermal and oxidative stability. It is compatible with other synthetic esters, PAO and mineral oils. It can be used as a viscosity modifier, while also improving performance in high temperature lubricant applications that exceed 200°C. Lexolube® CQ-3000 provides excellent boundary protection, and can be used as an antiwear/extreme pressure additive to eliminate or reduce chlorine, sulfur and/or phosphorus additives in lubricant formulations. Lexolube® CQ-3000 is a USDA Certified Biobased Product. view less | Request Sample |
| Lexolube® CQ-3000 | Zschimmer & Schwarz USA (Lexolube group) | Lexolube® CQ-3000 is an environmentally friendly, high viscosity synthetic complex ester engineered for superior thermal and oxidative stability. It is compatible with other synthetic esters, PAO and mineral oils. It can be used as a viscosity modifier, while also improving performance in high temperature lubricant applications that exceed 200°C. Lexolube® CQ-3000 provides excellent boundary protection, and can be used as an antiwear/extreme pressure additive to eliminate or reduce chlorine, sulfur and/or phosphorus additives in lubricant formulations. Lexolube® CQ-3000 is a USDA Certified Biobased...view more Lexolube® CQ-3000 is an environmentally friendly, high viscosity synthetic complex ester engineered for superior thermal and oxidative stability. It is compatible with other synthetic esters, PAO and mineral oils. It can be used as a viscosity modifier, while also improving performance in high temperature lubricant applications that exceed 200°C. Lexolube® CQ-3000 provides excellent boundary protection, and can be used as an antiwear/extreme pressure additive to eliminate or reduce chlorine, sulfur and/or phosphorus additives in lubricant formulations. Lexolube® CQ-3000 is a USDA Certified Biobased Product. view less | Request Sample |
