Lubricant choice key to prolonging equipment life

摘要

Shell UK Oil Products has released details of the "6 Rs of lubrication" to highlight the ways that planning and monitoring the use of oils and greases can help companies reduce operating costs and prolong equipment life. When considering the importance of keeping plant running, the choice of lubricant is not always top of most operators' lists. Lubricants are usually a small part of any company's overall maintenance budget so they are often seen as a commodity item bought on price alone.