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The Lube portfolio – including print, digital, web, social media and events – offers a European perspective on the global lubrication industry. Lube media works in conjunction with Lube magazine and the European Lubrication Industry Directory (ELID).
Industry News
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Duckhams Oils Boost Online Presence with Digital Investment
Duckhams, the original British motor oil brand since 1899, has unveiled a new website after investing significantly in its online presence. The new website features an improved Oil Selector, making it easier than ever for motorists to find the right oil for their car. The Where to Buy function enables users to quickly find local stockists, including Screwfix and EG On The Move. Alex, Duckhams’ AI advisor, enables website visitors to ask anything about Duckhams oils and fluids. The website provides clear information on Duckhams’… Read more »
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ILMA Honours Luc Girard of Sanjuro Consulting Inc. with John A. Bellanti Award
The Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association (ILMA) has honoured Luc Girard of Sanjuro Solutions in Ontario, Canada, with its prestigious John A. Bellanti Award today. The award was presented during the general session of the 2026 ILMA Annual Meeting at the…
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ILMA Honours Julie Thomas of Master Fluid Solutions with John A. Bellanti Award
Julie Thomas of Maumee, Ohio, has been honoured with one of the most prestigious individual awards in the lubricants industry. Her commitment to her profession and to the people around her was recognized when the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association (ILMA)…
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Digital Exclusives
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Impact of PFAS restrictions on lubricant formulations and performance: current challenges and future directions
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have long been used in lubricant formulations because of their exceptional thermal stability, low surface energy, and chemical inertness. These…
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The overlooked component that strengthens modern food safety
Food-grade lubricants are a critical yet often overlooked element of modern food safety systems. While early formulations were limited in performance and used sparingly, today’s…
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Lubricant additive packages remove the guesswork
In this article, Dermot Glennon, Commercial Manager, Brad-Chem by Univar Solutions, explores the dramatic evolution of the UK lubricants market over the last two decades.…
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Oil condition monitoring in-house: A practical example from the paper industry
In this article by Thomas Feischl, Director of Business Development at eralytics GmbH, a specific case study concerning eralytics processes will be used to demonstrate…
