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Rotella T6 Is Now Available

Learn which oils Shell’s Rotella T6 5W-40 is a good substitute for and what may have been behind the recent shortage.

Choosing the Right Cutting Oil

Without using the appropriate cutting oil for the type of metal and metalworking you wish to do, drilling, grinding, broaching, and other methods of...

Beat the Cold With Shell Rotella T6

Some of us are lucky enough to live in temperate climates year-round, but for the rest of us, we need a heavy-duty engine oil to help us drive from A...

How to Properly Dispose Oil Absorbents

Whether being used to clean up a large oil spill or just to recover from a small mishap, the proper disposal of oil absorbents plays an important...

Synthetic vs. Mineral Oil

KELLER HEARTT BLOG - SYNTHETIC OR MINERAL OIL Synthetic Oil vs. Mineral Oil - Which Should I Choose? There isn’t a universal standard of choosing...

How to Choose a Lubricant Distributor

Lubricant Distributors  It is assumed that all distributors follow the same quality standards. However, there are some with strong quality control...

Rules for Locating Oil Sampling Ports

Oil Sampling on System Returns There are several rules for properly locating oil sampling ports on circulating systems. These rules cannot always be...

The Many Uses of Hydraulic Oil

Whether your hydraulic system is in a car, a lift, a plane, or cruise ship, there is a magical elixir of mineral oils, glycols, esters, and additives...

The Power of a Clean Machine Sump

Quality coolant is invaluable to the metalworking process. Cutting oils like HOCUT 795-B - a popular coolant for CNC machines, bar machines, lathes,...

The ROI of Synthetic Oil for Your Fleet

Synthetic engine oil is swiftly becoming a requirement for newer vehicles and trucks with heavy-duty towing capacity. At an average cost three to...

FAQs About Diesel Exhaust Fluid Storage

What is the shelf life of diesel exhaust fluid in storage? If diesel exhaust fluid is stored between the recommended temperatures of 12°F and 90°F,...

Do I Have to Have a Low VOC Brake Cleaner?

Whether an industrial mechanic shop or an individual handyman, it’s important to know the regulations behind VOCs for automotive cleaners. What is a...

Three Reasons Every Shop Needs a Parts Washer

When you’re gearing up to make repairs, reassemble engine parts, or keep industrial machinery in top shape, you don’t want to spend more time than is...

What is Rust Veto & Where Can You Use It?

Stored auto, metalworking, and farming equipment are just as susceptible to corrosion and oxidation as parts that are currently in use, especially if...