Routine Oil Analysis
Routine oil analysis is a quick way to verify that a lubricated machine is operating…
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Worm Gear Lubrication
Worm gears typically convert high speed, low torque to low speed, high torque: They deal…
Let’s Chat About Oil Reservoirs
When lubricating oil comes through the components and arrives at the reservoir, it is hot…
Antifreeze/Coolant Maintenance
It is essential to the longevity of your engine that you are using the antifreeze/coolant…
A Look at the Shell Starship
Shell has ambitiously set out to prove that renewable natural gas (RNG) is a viable…
Advantages of Lithium Complex vs. Aluminum Complex Thickeners
Utilizing a grease with a Lithium Complex Thickener means you’ve got more options – and…
Gas to Liquids (GTL)
Gas to Liquids (GTL) is a process for converting natural gas into synthetic oil that…
Food Grade Lubricants
Food Grade Lubricants are considered safe for incidental contact with items that may be consumed…
Fire Resistant (FR) Fluids
Fire Resistant Fluids are specially formulated to avoid the propagation of a flame and they…
Environmentally Acceptable Lubricants (EALs)
The terms used to discuss environmentally considerate lubricants have not historically been well defined, and…
Shell’s Distributor Product Quality Assurance
Midtex Oil is Shell DPQA certified, meaning we have been trained in, and are held…
Diesel Fuels – A Primer
Diesel fuels many aspects of modern life, from agriculture and construction to personal and public…
Avoiding DEF Contamination – 4 of 4: DEF Best Practices Series
What does it look like to be proactive in keeping your DEF pure and your…
Identifying DEF Contamination – 3 of 4: DEF Best Practices Series
Early recognition and response to DEF contamination could save you thousands of dollars in repairs.
What About DEF Contamination? 2 of 4: DEF Best Practices Series
DEF contamination can be detrimental for equipment, so it’s important to be informed.
What is DEF? 1 of 4: DEF Best Practices Series
DEF is a clear, non-toxic solution utilized in vehicles with Selective Catalytic Reduction technology to…
Types of Antifreeze/Coolant
Engineered to cater to the complexities of different vehicles, there’s an abundance of antifreeze/coolant technology…
The Role of Lubricants in Converting Landfill Gas into Clean Energy
Read about the three main steps involved in converting landfill gasses into clean energy. Midtex…
Taking Care of Your Lubricant
Get the longest service life out of your equipment by taking care of your lubricant.…
Maintenance Philosophies
When is maintenance best administered? There are 4 main philosophies, each carrying their own pros…
Turning Landfill Gas into Clean Energy
Landfill gas is a natural byproduct of the decomposition of organic material in landfills, it…
DEF Best Practices
In this post, we’ll explore how DEF best practices and packaging types impact which DEF…
Decarbonization
The goal of decarbonization is to mitigate climate change by reducing the amount of carbon…
Aviation Lubricants
Aviation lubricants must meet very high standards. Read on to learn more about primary aviation…
API vs. ACEA
What is the difference between API and ACEA? Both provide standard guidelines for motor oil.…
Ethanol Explained
What exactly is ethanol? Ethanol is alcohol made from fermented corn and other biomass, mixed…
How Important are Antifreeze/Coolants?
If your cooling system can’t handle the heat (literally or figuratively,) engine failure isn’t far…
What You Need to Know About Coupling Grease
Improper coupling maintenance can result in equipment failure, higher maintenance costs, and lost productivity: Using…
Converting Your Storage Tank to Another Lubricant
If you’re converting a storage tank to a different lubricant type, brand, or viscosity, there…
