We often get questions on the difference between the various types of lubricating oils: mineral based, synthetic-based and bio-based oil. We will deal with mineral and bio based oils in...
In the previous issue of this Newsletter we have seen how total water hardness in coolants may lead to corrosivity due to to high calcium and magnesium content. Total hardness...
Following our investment in a brand new oil analysis laboratory in the City of Hammond IN (Greater Chicago area), Tribologik Corporation has been awarded a "Star of the Lakeshore" investment...
As stated in a previous issue, over 40% of all maintenance problems on diesel engines can be attributed to poor maintenance of the cooling system. Coolants allow for the raising...
Downtime reduction, time and money savings on spare parts and maintenance costs, keeping equipment in optimal operating condition are the most commonly quoted benefits of oil analysis, and for good...
Without proper monitoring, both bacteria and fungi will grow and spread rapidly throughout a fuel system, reduce performance and damage engines. They quickly plug fuel filters with a slime-like coating...
Contaminated or poor quality fuel causes numerous adverse effects on engine performance, parts, components and supporting systems such as pumps and injection systems. The first and most obvious adverse effect...
Domson’s structural engineer was a key member of the construction team working on the “Forever Bicycles” sculpture, as seen recently on display at the Nuit Blanche 2013 art exhibit.
In the September 2013 issue of this newsletter, we have seen that water, bacteria, sediment including other solids are the most frequent fuel contaminants. They seep into tanks when carried,...
Domson personnel recently completed the factory training course offered by Schwing America for inspection of their concrete pumpers. Upon completion of the course, Domson was added to Schwing’s certified inspector...