Lubes ‘N’ Greases Feature on VBASE SPE™ Base Oils
VBASE SPE™ technology is featured in the May 2024 issue of Lubes ‘N’ Greases in an article titled, “Secondary Polyol Ester™ Technology – A Novel Base Oil Family for Developing Bio-Lubricants.”
The text describes the advancements in lubrication technology, focusing on the development of innovative base oils to meet the evolving demands of various industries, particularly amidst the Industry 4.0 transformation.
Key highlights from the article include:
- Chemistry of SPE™ Base Oils: The article provides insights into the unique chemistry of SPE™ base oils, emphasizing their biodegradability and high bio-carbon content, distinguishing them as sustainable alternatives for formulating environmentally acceptable lubricants.
- Performance Features: SPE™ base oils exhibit exceptional oxidation stability, in-built detergency, and excellent hydrolytic stability, making them ideal for various applications. The article specifically discusses the superior deposit control capabilities of SPE™ base oils, as demonstrated in thin-film DSC experiments, highlighting their effectiveness in mitigating varnish formation and maintaining equipment cleanliness.
- Real-World Applications: The article showcases the practical applications of SPE™ base oils across industries, highlighting their suitability for hydraulic systems, gas turbines, compressors, gears, and other demanding environments.
- Future Prospects: With the commercialization of higher viscosity VBASE SPE™ base oils on the horizon, the article underscores the potential impact of this technology in addressing current lubrication and formulation challenges, paving the way for sustainable and high-performance lubricants.
VBASE is grateful to the team at Lubes ‘N’ Greases for featuring our article and providing a platform to share our research and insights with industry professionals.
For further details and to read the full article, please visit Lubesngreases.com or download the article here.
