Which grease for which purpose?

When lubricating mechanical systems or machine parts, a suitable grease should be used for the best result. Midland reveals in this article post which grease is best recommended for which purpose.

 

What types of grease are there?

Aluminum-based grease

The aluminum-based grease is highly water-resistant and temperature-resistant and has a good shear stability at the same time. Therefore, aluminum-based grease are often used in production facilities in the food industry. Aluminum-based grease are also suitable for the application of nuts, screws and bolts.

 

Dielectric grease

The dielectric grease is a milky, white paste that is used for delicate machine components such as electronics. The dielectric grease offers effective protection against bimetallic corrosion.

 

Marine grease

Grease are also used for boats and boat trailers. The grease used should be specifically designed for contact with water. Ordinary grease are damaged by fresh and salt water, so marine grease that can withstand water stress must be used for nautical applications.

 

Multipurpose grease

Multipurpose grease are often used in the automobile industry. Multipurpose grease are usually made from calcium sulfonate and have high water resistance.

 

Mineral-based grease

Mineral-based grease provide high mechanical stability and have excellent corrosion protection properties. For this reason, mineral-based grease are often used in the automobile industry and shipping industry.

 

Midland: Extensive selection of grease

Are you looking for quality grease? Midland is the right place for you! From engine oils and transmission oils to hydraulic oils and additives, to grease, coolant protectors and add-on products, we offer everything your heart desires!

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Stay in Motion Smoothly - Lubricants from Midland

With Midland's lubricants, everything runs smoothly! Whether for passenger cars, trucks & buses, motorcycles & ATVs, marine, construction machines, industry, agriculture & forestry or classic cars - we offer you the full range of quality lubricants for all areas of application. This includes engine oils, transmission oils, hydraulic oils, additives, coolant protection and supplementary products. Since 2017, we have had the most modern fully automated lubricant production plant in Switzerland to constantly provide you with consistent and constantly carefully controlled quality. That's what our company slogan "Swiss Quality Oil" stands for.

 

Midland: A Brand of the Swiss Traditional Company Oel-Brack AG

The Midland brand was launched by Oel-Brack AG in 2004, which has been producing and importing products of American oil companies under license as a family business since 1880. Under the Midland brand, the Swiss family business trades in heating oil and fuels domestically and produces quality lubricants for domestic and foreign markets in Aargau (Hunzenschwil). In Switzerland alone, Midland lubricants are delivered to over 3000 passenger car and truck garages, motorcycle dealers, workshops, yards, forest offices and industrial companies, while almost half of the total production is exported.

 

Find the right lubricant with just a few clicks - Midland's Oil Finder

What engine oil should I use for my classic car? What hydraulic oil is best suited for my motorcycle? What should I look for when buying additives? Finding the right lubricants is not easy due to the large selection of different products. But now that's a thing of the past. Midland provides you with a convenient online Oil Finder, with which you can now reach the right lubricant with just a few clicks. Simply select the vehicle or machine and browse through the individually compiled product selection. You will receive product recommendations for each application area, including important interval hints for changing. Try it now!

 

Buy lubricants at Midland and get good advice

Midland offers quality lubricants and provides expert advice. If you have any questions about their products or would like to purchase motor oil, their specialists are available to assist you via phone +41 62 889 10 30, email info@oelbrack.ch, or their contact form. They are dedicated to providing personalized advice and are happy to answer your questions with their years of experience in the field of lubricants and fats.
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