Caltex Lubricants 

  For fleet managers, maintenance professionals, and equipment operators, managing oil drain intervals is not just about maintenance—it’s about economics, uptime, and sustainability. Extending oil drains intelligently is one of the most cost-effective and resource-conscious strategies you can employ. But doing it safely requires data, context, and continuous monitoring.   In this blog, we’ll explore what influences oil drain intervals, how different operating conditions accelerate oil degradation, and how oil analysis can be used to unlock longer oil life without compromising performance or protection.      Why Extend Oil Drains? Changing oil too soon means discarding usable lubricant—and money—with every service. Changing too late risks damaging vital components. The sweet spot lies in understanding your oil’s true condition, not just its time or mileage.When done correctly, extending oil drains results in:   Reduced oil and filter consumption Decrease in ...

  When we talk to our industrial clients about the importance of oil cleanliness in improving equipment performance and extending its life, we sometimes hear the question: “If my equipment is already damaged, what is the point of putting clean oil in it?”   The answer may surprise you. In a previous post, we looked at the impact of oil cleanliness on the pressure efficiency of hydraulic systems. Specifically, we shared test results showing how a typical hydraulic fluid that is not certified to the equipment manufacturer’s ISO cleanliness standards can have a jarring effect on system pressure and overall system performance. Using a certified clean hydraulic fluid, however, can result in smoother pressure and efficient performance.   But can switching to a clean oil restore hydraulic pressure efficiency?   The test: In the course of our testing, we took apart a high-pressure Eaton vane pump to examine the relative wear caused by typical contaminated hydraulic fluids wh...