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It’s business as usual at Exol Lubricants
As we enter a second national lockdown, please be advised that it is still very much ‘business as usual’ for Exol Lubricants.Previously, we acted quickly to implement effective and internationally recognised procedures and systems, which have proven successful over the past few months, and we will continue to work with you to ensure business continuity…
Read MoreChoosing the Right Lubricants & Lubricant Supplier for your Fleet
Whether a fleet has 6 or 60 vehicles, choosing the right motor oils and lubricants is vital to reduce breakdowns, downtimes, maintenance costs and to increase the life of your engine and drive train. There are many factors to consider when purchasing lubricants and to merely focus on price per litre can increase over all…
Read MoreExol making a difference with “Foundation XV”
Exol Lubricants is a longstanding member of the Worcester Warriors Community ‘Foundation XV’, an exclusive group of 15 businesses or individuals making a difference in the region. Last season the foundation supported more than 7,500 people across the region with a huge range of projects from the award-winning Tackling Dementia Sports Cafes to homeless rugby…
Read MoreLubricants for Hybrid engines
There is a revolution occurring in motor transport which has not been seen since the demise of steam power in favour of the Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) back in the early 20th century. ICE offered many advantages, including cleaner, more efficient and easier starting, whereas the driving force towards the Electric Vehicle (EV) is almost completely…
Read MoreWhat Makes Marine Oil Unique?
Marine oils are a specific area of lubrication due to the unique operating conditions, design, and fuel types in use. Whilst Sulphur levels in fuels are reducing as part of a global effort to reduce emissions, existing engines where designed to use specific chemistries whether low, medium, or high speed. From 1st January IMO 2020…
Read MorePower Your Farm With Transmission Oil
Tractor transmission fluids have many uses and typically referred as UTTO (Universal Tractor Transmission Fluid) or ‘Back End’ oils as they lubricate everything except the engine. Although not an absolute rule, Tractor Transmission fluids are used in: Transmission / Gears Hydraulics PTO’s Hubs and Axels Wet Brakes UTTO fluids must be able to lubricate hydraulics…
Read MoreExol’s Darren Frogson becomes new UKLA president
The United Kingdom Lubricants Association (UKLA) has announced Darren Frogson, CEO of Exol Lubricants, as its new president as he prepares to embrace a period of change for the industry. As president of UKLA, Frogson will act as a voice of the industry, tackling any potential issues head on and supporting members through the transition…
Read MoreA Rolls-Royce approval!
Exol Taurus GEO G240 has been approved by prestigious car marque Rolls Royce for its B35:40, C26:33 and K-gas engines. Using Taurus GEO G240, engines benefit from extended oil life, greater base number retention, strong deposit control on pistons and valves, reduced sludge formation, and resilient anti-wear properties. The oil has also been approved by…
Read MoreCommon Causes For Low Oil Pressure
Low oil pressure is one of the most common issues that can occur in vehicles causing significant ongoing problems. As such, dealing with these issues should be considered a priority. In this post, we’ll look at some of the most common causes for low oil pressure, and why you should keep on top of it.…
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between Synthetic and Conventional Oil?
Despite having been around for a long time, it’s only recently that we’ve seen synthetic oils used in vehicles as opposed to conventional oil. The main difference between conventional oil and synthetic oil is that the latter is not found in nature, but it is actually a wholly man-made product. When looking after your vehicle,…
Read MoreExol & Chemodex raise funds for hospice
The Exol team of Darren Arnold, Peter Bond and Scott Donaldson picked up first place after recently taking part in Chemodex’s Annual Golf Day, while helping to raise much-needed funds for Ashgate Hospice, Chesterfield. The event followed necessary, strict Covid-19 guidelines this year, with only 16 participants taking part, raising more than for the worthy…
Read MoreWhy Oil Quality Over Price is so Important
Oil is essentially the lifeblood of any vehicle or machinery, and so choosing the correct oil for any application is very important. Using the right oil can prolong the lifespan of the machine its applied to, on the other-hand, using the wrong oil can be detrimental. When it comes to choosing oil; quality will always…
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