Engine oil has come a long way over the past few decades, but many engine oil myths haven't. After more than 40 years in the lubricants industry, our team at 49 North Lubricants has heard just about every misconception imaginable, so let's separate fact from fiction. 1. You Can Never Mix Synthetic and Conventional Oil The Truth: While it's always best to use the oil recommended for your engine, mixing…

Selecting the proper lubricants for your construction equipment can play a large role in reducing upfront costs and expenses. The right lubricants can improve your fuel efficiency, as well as increase engine performance and protection. This ends up as a significant cost savings when avoiding unplanned downtime and losses in production. OEM Requirements Each OEM has different lubrication requirements, and you’ll want to ensure that you are using lubricants that…

Did you Find the Right Hydraulic Oil? Hydraulic oil is often treated as a routine purchase but sticking with a straight grade hydraulic oil- classified as a product with a Viscosity Index (VI) around 105 or lower- could be costing your operation more than you think. Rethinking the Default Many operations continue using a straight grade hydraulic oil simply because it’s cheaper. But in today’s environments, marked by wide temperature…

Greasing is a crucial component of service maintenance, despite it not often being given the attention it deserves. Improper greasing practices can lead to a lack of lubrication in critical areas, leading to premature wear and failure. This blog aims to pinpoint some of these poor practices so you can keep your equipment in good condition. Here are the top 3 greasing mistakes for you to avoid in the field: 1. You’re not greasing…

49 North Lubricants sells two types of Gear Oil, so what's The Difference Between GL4 and GL5 Gear Oil? GL4 Is An Industrial Gear Oil Specification Industrial gear oil is used for gear driven industrial applications, such as conveyors, mills, presses and is meant to protect the gears as they reduce the speed of input shafts and thus increase the torque of their output. GL5 Is An Automotive Gear Oil…