Insight Issue 43 

Highlights of Insight 43 include:

Far reaching repercussion – tightening emissions regulations set to rock the marine world

Tighter emissions regulations for shipping might have a significant beneficial impact on the atmospheric environment and on human health, but they are also set to have huge repercussions across the global refining, shipping and associated industries.  

Field proven fuel economy – lubricants deliver fuel economy without compromise

As OEMs and fleet operators seek improved fuel economy performance, Insight asks Francois Benard and Jean Lescure of TOTAL Lubrifiants for their opinions on the contribution that can be gained from heavy-duty fuel economy lubricants.

Getting right inside – developing a real understand of injector deposits inside the spray hole

Advanced diesel fuel injection equipment is one of the technologies helping OEMs to meet tighter emissions legislation and consumer calls for improved fuel economy. Insight talks to Jens Tang, Diesel Combustion Systems Project Manager at FEV Motorentechnik GmbH, and the work undertaken to help better understand the adverse effects caused by the deposits that can form in critical areas of the injector nozzle.

Tailored oils – dedicated motorcycle oils deliver ultimate performance

To meet the lubrication requirements of motorcycles, a new breed of dedicated motorcycle oil offering engine and gear protection and providing optimum clutch performance is emerging. Insight takes a look at the trends in Europe.

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A total formulation approach – maintaining the lubricant’s viscometric profile throughout its lifetime

The formulation of robust passenger car engine oils that meet the severe demands mandated by industry specifications is becoming increasingly complex. Isabella Goldmints, Infineum VM & PPD Deployment Technologist, explains how an understanding of the entire formulation space of detergent inhibitor, viscosity modifier, pour point depressant and base oil is now essential.

Keeping up with the times at Infineum Trends 2009

With the theme of ‘Turbulent Times, Winning Technologies’, Infineum Trends 2009 presentations have been presented at key venues across the US, Canada and Latin America. Insight gives a brief roundup of some of the industry-shaping challenges showcased.