Articles
November 9, 2026
In food and beverage processing, lubricants have two critical jobs: protect equipment and protect product integrity. That can be a demanding combination in facilities where frequent washdowns, high humidity, and the possibility of incidental food […]
November 5, 2026
New API CL-4 and FB-4 engine oil categories are scheduled to arrive in 2027. Here is what fleet operators, equipment owners, and maintenance professionals need to know. Heavy-duty diesel engines continue to evolve. New […]
November 2, 2026
Hydraulic systems in oil and gas operations rarely have the luxury of controlled conditions. From drilling rigs operating through hard freezes and wellhead control panels exposed to punishing summer heat to pipeline pump stations running […]
October 19, 2026
In surface mining operations, open swing gears on CAT® 7495 electric rope shovels endure severe operational stress, including heavy shock loading, extreme static and dynamic forces, and abrasive contamination. When a major surface mining operation […]
October 5, 2026
Balancing maintenance and budget requirements is a challenge in food and beverage processing operations. Maintenance teams require high-performance, NSF H1, or 3H and ISO 21469 certified safety-compliant lubricants to extend equipment life and reduce downtime […]
September 14, 2026
Oil and gas production environments demand continuous, unyielding operation from heavy equipment. Upstream drill sites and midstream operations rely on high-speed four-stroke diesel engines to power Tier 4 non-road equipment, stationary power generators, and heavy-duty […]
September 7, 2026
When operating a food or beverage manufacturing plant, you shouldn’t have to choose between strict safety compliance and peak equipment performance. Bel-Ray No-Tox® Syntra™ Food Grade Synthetic Oil: is a state-of-the-art, non-toxic PAO synthetic lubricant […]
August 17, 2026
The environment inside a copper mine is notoriously unforgiving. Equipment must contend with high temperatures, relentless airborne dust, and the potential for water ingress. Bel-Ray® worked with a copper mine in South America where a […]