Tribology & Lubrication Technology
 December 2010

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FEATURES

LUBRICATION FUNDAMENTALS

The global case for green
Good intentions aren’t enough. You must get all parts of your operation working in environmental harmony.

BEST PRACTICES

Selecting an oil analysis laboratory
Evaluate technical and quality issues before choosing a supplier.

FEATURE ARTICLE 

What is ‘green?’
Working without a commonly agreed upon definition, lubricant manufacturers are creating products to protect both the environment and machinery.

TECH BEAT I 

Potential new metallic refrigerant
When heated or cooled, shape-memory alloys transition from one crystalline phase to another.

TECH BEAT II 

Nanocatalyst for refinery use
Researchers have developed a nanocatalyst with tungsten oxide particles on zirconia that delivers good results.

TECH BEAT III 

A green approach to cleaning oil spills
Developed from sugar-based derivatives, a new solidifier has potential to officially clean up oil spills.

SOUNDING BOARD 

Green lubricant
What is a ‘green’ lubricant?

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