Tag: Grease
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Choosing the Right Grease for Construction Equipment in Extreme Conditions
Grease selection is often an overlooked variable when it comes to keeping construction equipment running reliably under the harshest conditions. Yet for teams responsible for maximizing uptime and minimizing wear, understanding how greases are engineered and tested for high-load, high-temperature and high-contaminant environments is essential. Standard greases might suffice under moderate conditions, but extreme environments…
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Lubrication Engineers Acquires SWEPCO to Expand Grease and Lubricants Portfolio
Lubrication Engineers (LE) has acquired Southwestern Petroleum Lubricants (SWEPCO), a Texas-based manufacturer of industrial greases and oils. The deal marks LE’s third acquisition in 2025 and continues the company’s expansion under private equity firm Aurora Capital Partners. Founded in 1933, SWEPCO specializes in high-performance greases, oils, and lubricants used in industrial and food-grade applications. Its…