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Isel Launches NXT Refrigeration Line

For more than 23 years, Isel’s unique approach to lubricant manufacturing has combined detailed knowledge of refrigeration systems with one of the most agile lubricant production methods available. Today,...


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What Is GHS and How Does Isel Comply?

OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) recently updated their Hazard Communication Standard to conform with the United Nations’ Globally Harmonized System of Classification and Labeling of Chemicals (GHS). These updated...


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Q: How Can Tiny Dust Particles In A Lubricant Harm Machinery?
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A: Although they may seem harmless, tiny dust particles can be damaging to machinery. Their surface can be very rough with sharp, jagged edges that scratch and dent metal...


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Q: What If I Don't See A Lubricant On The Isel Website That Suits My Needs?
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A: Isel currently has more than 1,000 unique formulations available for immediate production. If you don’t see what you need on the website, contact us. We will help you...


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Q: What Factors Can Affect The Shelf Life Of A Lubricant In Storage?
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A: Extreme heat or cold, fluctuating temperatures, moisture/humidity, dust and dirt can shorten the life span of stored lubricants. For this reason, it is prudent to: Purchase lubricants in...


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Q: How Does Compressor Operating Temperature Affect Lubricant Life?
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A: Increases in operating temperature and/or environmental temperature accelerate the pace of oxidation, the chemical reaction between a lubricant and oxygen that “ages” the lubricant and diminishes its service...


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Q: Does Isel Offer Oil Analysis Services?
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A: Yes. Isel offers oil analysis and reporting for all Isel-manufactured fluids, even if you private-label them. Typical tests include viscosity, total acid number (TAN), water content and more....


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Q: What Is The Difference Between The Food-Grade Lubricant Classifications H1, H2 And H3?
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A: These classifications distinguish different types of food-grade lubricants by what they may/may not contain and how they may be used. H1 lubricants may be used in applications where...


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Q: How Frequently Should Used Oil Be Changed?
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A: That factor depends not only on the oil itself, but also the application and operating conditions. A lubricant’s service life can be affected by many factors, such as...


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Q: Why Does Isel Package Lubricants In Plastic Containers Instead Of Metal Ones?
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A: Lubricants are used in a wide variety of industries and environments all over the world. To get these vital fluids to where they are needed, durable, leak-proof containers...


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