by Suzanne Kingsbury | Jul 1, 2025 | Product Applications
High-temperature lines—fryers at 350°F, industrial ovens at 480°F, even molding platens flirting with 600°F—can burn up the wrong fluid in weeks. When heat exchangers choke or release trays grind from the wrong fluids, the unscheduled shutdowns that result cost hours...
by Suzanne Kingsbury | Jun 16, 2025 | Economy, Supply Security
The latest shuffle in energy tariffs brings fresh court drama, a 10% China break, and stricter paperwork rules. Any one of these moves can raise—or cut—your specialty oil costs overnight. Energy tariffs don’t just hit headlines—they hit your landed costs. And in...
by Suzanne Kingsbury | Jun 2, 2025 | Product Applications
Stability can make or break a drug product or supplement. Learn how USP-grade mineral oil can make all the difference in product stability. If a tablet crumbles before its use-by date or an ointment separates in the tube, consumer health is at risk, and companies can...
by Suzanne Kingsbury | May 15, 2025 | Economy, Supply Security
Tariff news has been moving fast, and it can be tough to keep score. Since our last post about tariffs in early April, Washington has continued to challenge suppliers of white oils, process oils, and base oils to tackle their buyers’ questions. “What does this mean...
by Suzanne Kingsbury | May 1, 2025 | Renkert News, Supply Security
Each spring, the American Chemical Society (ACS) Rubber Division gathers polymer scientists, process oil suppliers, academics, and other key players in the elastomer industry to collaborate, learn, and celebrate innovations that move the industry forward. At this...
