Bio-based fluids

RSC Bio Solutions, Indian Trail, N.C., debuted its new line of bio-based cleaners and fluids at ConExpo last month. These are the company’s first products since its launch in 2010 as a bio-based...

Since their introduction in the early 1990s, bio-based hydraulic fluids have become accepted by industry and recognized as having significant advantages in certain applications...

Today’s “bio-friendly” hydraulic fluids have succeeded in debunking the myth that “green” products fail to work effectively for waste management fleet vehicles. Bio-friendly hydraulic fluids can not only meet or exceed the performance of conventional petroleum-based fluids, but also help reduce...

There is growing concern regarding the environmental impact and associated costs of lost petroleum-based fluids. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) estimates that more...

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In the February issue of Hydraulics & Pneumatics, David Sundin, Ph.d., from SVB Environmental Lubricants presents and interesting and educational tutorial about bio-based hydraulic fluids. In some applications, these fluids are found to have significant advantages. In this article titled Selection...

BLC 710 bio-hydraulic fluid is the first hydraulic oil to earn Carbon-free certification from Carbonfund.org and NSF Sustainability. Vegetable-based oil has a viscosity index of 200 and a pour point of –35°C. Its viscosity is 44 cSt at 40°C and 10 cSt at 100°C. Ashless ISO 46 fluid is greater than...

Jackson Offshore Operators, Harvey, La., is a marine services company supporting the offshore oil and gas industry. Officials recently announced that Jackson Offshore will be outfitting its Jet Drive Fast Crew/Supply boats with EnviroLogic 3046 hydraulic fluid from Terresolve Technology, Mentor,...

Consider stability, viscosity and corrosion protection protection when selecting hydraulic fluids Appeared in print as "Hydraulic fluids: the lifeblood of any system" Edited by Mary C. Gannon, senior associate editor Photo courtesy of Volvo...

Liquid Wrench brand by EnviroLogic mobile hydraulic fluids are derived from natural, non-petroleum ingredients to extend equipment life and reduce cleanup costs and environmental damage. They have an ISO VG of 46 and an operating temperature range of –40° to 240°C...