The 3 ideal additives for perfect lubrication

The 3 ideal additives for perfect lubrication

Friday, 11 October, 2024

The proper use and selection of a high-quality additive to enhance performance and efficiency depends on the characteristics of the formulation and the specific process in which they are applied.

The key additives for lubricants are defoamers, dispersants and rheological agents.

Defoaming additives

Defoaming additives are substances added to formulations to prevent or eliminate foam formation during mixing, agitation and application processes. Foam can interfere with both the quality of the end product and the manufacturing processes. These additives help to reduce and eliminate foam formation:

They are recommended for use in industrial systems based on various oils and in water-based industrial systems.

Dispersing additives

Dispersing additives are those that assist in dispersing solid particles within a liquid, preventing them from clumping or settling. They are particularly useful in emulsions and suspensions.

Rheological additives

Rheological additives are those that modify flow properties and viscosity, allowing lubricants to achieve the desired texture for greases. They prevent settling and phase separation, ensuring a uniform texture over time.

Each additive has a specific role that impacts the various properties of the systems, and it is essential to consider their interactions and proportions to optimise the properties of the end product.

Do you wish to incorporate any of these types of additives into your formulations?
For further information about this topic, please do not hesitate to contact our team of technical sales advisors.

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