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Counterfeit Compressor Lubricants Damage the Entire Value Chain

Counterfeit goods have been around for a very long time.  Not only is consumer demand increasing for less expensive “knock-off” or “replica” products, but availability of these “fakes” is growing as well – especially in the digital age.  While paying less for goods that appear to be genuine well-known brands seems harmless, there are in […]

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5 Considerations for Proper Lubricant Selection in Food Processing

The food processing industry has evolved significantly over the past few decades.  Shifts in consumer preferences, food safety regulations, and global supply & demand – among other factors – have all contributed to shaping the industry into what it is today.  An increasing focus on food & beverage diversity, along with continuing efforts to make food safer for everyone, present unique challenges to

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5 Areas of Consideration When Evaluating a Lubricant Supplier

Selecting the right supplier capable of meeting unique business demands and application needs is a crucial process for any company.  The types of suppliers today span a large spectrum of business models.  Some offer product only, while others bundle in additional services and capabilities.  Understanding exactly what products and services a business requires is critical

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Common Failure Modes in Oil Flooded Rotary Screw Sour Gas Compressor

Are you having reliability issues with your oil flooded twin-screw compressors?  Are you seeing corrosive damage to your compressors in a supposedly “sweet” gas well?  Do you know that there is specially formulated compressor oil that will mitigate the bearing failures in sour and corrosive gas environment? Recently at ADIPEC 2019, CPI Fluid Engineering presented a technical

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Lubrizol’s PSCD Helps CPI Ensure Compliant Products

Navigating the complex regulatory landscape for lubricants can be frustrating.  Regulations and restrictions on chemicals can vary from country to country, and even state to state.  A formulation component can be allowed in one country and completely banned in another.  It’s important for end-users to be able to trust that the product they are using

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Comp Flush Food Grade Compressor Cleaner Saves Time & Money

CPI Fluid Engineering has developed Comp Flush Food Grade, an NSF H1 (incidental food contact) compressor cleaner and has successfully trialed it in the field.  The fluid is designed for use in rotary screw air compressors in food processing facilities, or other areas where a food-grade lubricant is required, and a cleaner is necessary.  Comp Flush Food Grade reduces

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