In an increasing number of end-use applications, zinc-free hydraulic fluids are becoming desirable to minimize impact, particularly in sensitive environments. By Jared Cornett, Product Manager, Industrial Oils, Lubrizol Hydraulic fluids play an important role in making the modern world work. They are found in countless applications that many take for granted, providing essential power transmission […]
Lubrizol launches zinc-free hydraulic additive for enhanced environmental protection
Lubrizol has launched Lubrizol AH933ZF, a zinc-free additive package that enables robust performance and user benefits. Zinc-free hydraulic fluids have been increasingly desirable in recent years as regulators, OEMs and other stakeholders seek to minimize potential disruptions in sensitive environmental applications. Suitable for applications like mining, forestry, marine, and construction, Lubrizol AH933ZF delivers against an […]
Eco-friendly shipping is possible with EALs
The global shipping and marine industry is, like all industries, pursuing new ways to become more environmentally friendly. The use of environmentally acceptable lubricants (EALs) can make a major impact in that push. By Joshua Dickstein, Ph.D., Technology Development Manager, The Lubrizol Corporation Industries around the world are making sustained efforts to better protect the […]
Why modern equipment can benefit from higher-performance hydraulic fluids
Today’s hydraulic fluids are forced to operate in hotter environments. But the right formulation can help reliably moderate temperatures, creating significant operational benefits for end users. By Blayne McKenzie, Technology Development Manager, Industrial Products, The Lubrizol Corp. Mobile and stationary hydraulic systems have gone through major changes in recent years. Widespread efforts toward higher efficiency […]
Optimizing hydraulic operations with the use of energy-efficient hydraulic fluids
The right lubricants can improve profitability, productivity and sustainability. Contributed by Blayne McKenzie, Strategic Technology Manager, Industrial Products, The Lubrizol Corp. Procurement decisions in almost any market you can imagine are driven primarily by one or more of the following three factors: profitability, productivity and sustainability. In the rapidly evolving world of hydraulic equipment, hardware is […]
Hassle-free path to clean-running hydraulics
A new line of hydraulic fluid additives and treatments that eliminates varnish improves system response and extends equipment life. Contributed by Betsy Butke, Technology Manager, Industrial Products, The Lubrizol Corporation It’s a tough world for today’s hydraulic oils. Systems are getting smaller, and oil reservoirs are often built to fit the available space and not […]