On Lubrication Experts, Rafe Britton talk with the best in the business about all things lubricants, engineering and industry. From lubricant technology and condition monitoring to supply chain and manufacturing the experts sit down to give their take on the current and future states of the industry.
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On Lubrication Experts, Rafe Britton talk with the best in the business about all things lubricants, engineering and industry. From lubricant technology and condition monitoring to supply chain and manufacturing the experts sit down to give their take on the current and future states of the industry.
Understanding Group 5 Base Oils: A Conversation on the Lubrication Experts Podcast This episode of the 'Lubrication Experts Podcast' series features an in-depth conversation around the Group 5 Base Oils and their role in the lubrication industry. With discussions ranging from the existing catch-all term of Group 5, to its future and possible innovations, the podcast brings out valuable insights about the particular spectrum of base oils. The talk also includes conversations about the ExxonMobil energy outlook, energy efficiency goals, and niche market applications for specific group 5s such as Alkylated Naphthalenes and PAO-like. The impact of regulatory hurdles and the opportunities that energy transition present for the wide array of Group 5 base oils are also discussed in-depth. 00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:26 Discussion on Group 5s and Future Developments 00:50 Energy Outlook and Sustainability Goals 01:33 Understanding the Impact of Population Growth on Energy Needs 02:22 The Role of Lubrication Industry in Energy Efficiency 04:38 Understanding API Base Oil Groups 08:01 The Role of Group 5 in the Lubrication Industry 08:46 Challenges in Adopting Group 5 13:35 Potential Applications for Group 5 20:13 Regulatory Hurdles and Energy Transition 24:21 Final Thoughts on Group 5
Lubrication Experts
On Lubrication Experts, Rafe Britton talk with the best in the business about all things lubricants, engineering and industry. From lubricant technology and condition monitoring to supply chain and manufacturing the experts sit down to give their take on the current and future states of the industry.
