Author - Stratson

SWEPCO 121 Tri-Plex Universal Grease

SWEPCO 121 Tri-Plex Universal Grease

SWEPCO 121 Tri-Plex Universal Grease A unique Aluminum Complex thickened grease that is shear stable, easy to pump and retains its lubricating properties in severe conditions. The proprietary Tri-Plex thickener formulation provides excellent shear stability and performance over a wide operating temperature range. Advantages: SWEPCO 121 Tri-Plex Universal Grease maintains its lubricating abilities after melting and cooling, whereas other greases tend to harden and become wax-like or gritty. This is important where microscopic hot spots occur and momentarily melt the grease. The [...]

Timken Test

WHY TIMKEN OK LOAD RATINGS SHOULD NOT BE A PRIMARY MEASURE OF EP PERFORMANCE

When reviewing the technical data sheet for a lubricant or lubricant specifi-cations for a piece of equipment, you will often see references to the Timken OK Load test. So what does it mean when one lubricant has a 35-pound Timken OK Load rating and another has a 100-pound Timken OK Load rating? The truth is … it may have very little relevance to the amount of EP protection you are getting. There are basically three reasons for this: First, the Timken Test [...]

SWEPCO 306 Supreme Formula Engine Oil

SWEPCO 306 Supreme Formula Engine Oil

SWEPCO 306 Supreme Formula Engine Oil    SWEPCO 306 Supreme Formula Engine Oil is ideal for classic, vintage and legacy vehicles with diesel or gasoline engines. It remains one of our mostly used engine oils and a recommendation our Field Service Representatives and Distributors make on a daily basis. SWEPCO 306 was originally formulated for the Tier 1 2002 to 2007 over the road diesel engines and 2004 to 2010 off road diesel engines. These engines could burn 500 PPM sulfur [...]

SWEPCO 101 Moly Grease

Understanding Technical Data Sheets for Grease

Most lubricant suppliers provide a Technical Data Sheet or Sales Brochure that list the typical physical characteristics and typical performance properties of their products. These typical properties provide results to various physical and chemical tests that are performed on the batch of product. A frequently asked question is “What does this result mean? Is it a good value or average?” Reading test results can be confusing. In certain tests, the higher the result, the better the performance. And in [...]

SWEPCO 801 Clear Penetrating Lubricant

SWEPCO 801 CLEAR PENETRATING LUBRICANT

SWEPCO 801 Clear Penetrating Lubricant is a premium quality penetrating oil that outperforms the competition when it comes to removing rust, loosening bolts and nuts and penetrating into the deepest parts of machinery and equipment. Most competitive penetrants are composed of solvents that remove grease and oil leaving the component exposed to contamination, rust and corrosion. SWEPCO 801 cleans, penetrates and protects fasteners, parts, bearings, rollers and other components while leaving a protective film to prevent rust and corrosion. Easy to [...]

SWEPCO 201 MULTI-PURPOSE GEAR LUBE

SWEPCO 201 MULTI-PURPOSE GEAR LUBE

SWEPCO 201 MULTI-PURPOSE GEAR LUBE is a premium high-performance single weight gear oil formulated with Lubium ™II to enhance thermal stability, reduce operating temperatures, improve yellow metal compatibility, and maintain proper viscosity at high temperatures with proven performance in a wide range of mobile and industrial gearbox applications. Recommended for any gearbox running hot, any gear box operating in a heavily loaded application, any gear box making noise, any gearbox which is leaking at the seals, any gear box which [...]

SWEPCO 123 ULTRA EP MULTI-SERVICE GREASE

SWEPCO 123 ULTRA EP MULTI-SERVICE GREASE is a state-of-the-art calcium sulfonate-based grease that provides exceptional extreme pressure and high temperature performance. SWEPCO 123 Ultra EP Multi-Service Grease performs in a wide range of demanding applications. Excellent extreme pressure performance for heavily loaded bearings, anti-wear and water handling properties makes SWEPCO 123 Ultra EP Multi-Service Grease a real problem solver in harshest of conditions and circumstances. Calcite molecules in the thickener keeps the product bonded to the metal surfaces to form a [...]

SWEPCO 222 SPRAYABLE EP OPEN GEAR LUBE

Unexcelled performance in open gear lubrication SWEPCO 222 SPRAYABLE EP OPEN GEAR LUBE Is a fully synthetic, non-asphalt-based lubricant formulated to meet the unique challenges of highly loaded exposed and shrouded gear sets. Outperforms traditionally used asphalt-based products and provides superior long-lasting protection of gears and equipment. Is a state-of-the-art additive chemistry and pure high viscosity synthetic base fluids provide excellent resistance to wear, corrosion, and water. This combination cushions the gears from shock loads and extreme pressure situations. Contains a diluent that makes [...]

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Looking for more new Sales Agents in Europe

Looking for new Sales Agents in Europe – Industrial Sales Texas based manufacturing company looking for experienced Sales Agent and/or Business Development Specialist. Headquartered in Texas, we also have a wholly owned Subsidiary within the EU established in 1972. Athough 17 new representaives followed the extensive training at SWEPCO’s Head Office last week, as the demand for our products keeps increasing enormously throughout a.o. the EU we are still looking for more new Representative in Europe, starting as new colleagues into [...]

Reading Test Results

From time to time you and we run across a competitive product brochure or an OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) requirement with test methods that do not follow the standard ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) nomenclature or results. There are a number of different standards in place such as: the German DIN (Deutsche Industrie Norm), ISO (International Organization for Standardization), and SASO (Saudi Standards. Metrology and Quality, Org) to name a few. This makes reading test results, especially for [...]