This blog post features information and input from Cenexperts guest bloggers with\u00a0Afton Chemical<\/a>,\u00a0a trusted Cenex partner for industry insight on oil formulations and additives.<\/i><\/p>\n If you\u2019re a farmer or fleet manager, your equipment\u2019s performance is directly connected to the success of your business. Many of the farm and fleet customers we talk with understand the importance of proper, routine equipment maintenance. In fact, many of them know their equipment\u2019s OEM-recommended engine oil change intervals or have them within an arm\u2019s reach at the shop.<\/p>\n That might also be true for your operation. Now think fast: do you know your recommended gear oil schedule for your equipment? \u201cHmm\u2026 that one might take a bit longer to find,\u201d is typically the response we hear when we ask that question.<\/p>\n Just because gear oil isn\u2019t always top of mind doesn\u2019t mean it shouldn\u2019t be at the top of your equipment maintenance priority list. For those not as familiar with gear lubricants, here is a brief guide to proper gear oil maintenance.<\/p>\n Gear oil is designed to protect vital components, including the gears and bearings in the drive axles and differentials, transmissions, industrial gear boxes and power take-off units. Gear oil generally has a higher viscosity for easier distribution and protection through the entire gear set.<\/p>\n Always use the OEM-specified product or a product of equal quality. It can be tempting to cut costs by using an off-brand or lower-quality product. However, because the change interval is longer, it\u2019s even more important to use a quality lubricant to ensure top equipment performance. Premium gear oils include anti-wear additives to increase durability, as well as dispersants to reduce sludge and carbon varnish buildup.<\/p>\n Much like traditional engine oil, gear oil that has been used for too long will be dark from oxidation and debris. Depending on how long it\u2019s been since the last change, the gear oil can also have an increased, thick viscosity. If not changed regularly, the gear oil will breakdown, allowing friction and grinding of gear components, resulting in unnecessary wear and costly repairs.<\/p>\n Always refer to your OEM equipment manual for the recommended change interval for each piece of equipment.<\/p>\n Longer change intervals can make it easy to keep gears out of sight and out of mind. Combat this tendency by performing an\u00a0oil analysis<\/a>\u00a0on each piece of equipment at least once a year. An oil analysis is like a blood test for your equipment. It will provide a detailed report highlighting exactly how your lubricants are performing and identify any potential mechanical issues before they become serious problems.<\/p>\n Though not changed as frequently, gear oil is crucial to your equipment working cohesively and efficiently. CHS works closely with Afton Chemical to provide Cenex customers with advanced lubricant technology.<\/p>\n Not sure what lubricant you should be using? Use the\u00a0Cenex equipment look-up tool<\/a>\u00a0to find customized suggestions and products for your vehicle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \n <\/p>\n Source: https:\/\/www.fleetowner.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n The audit is a key tool to know the overall status and provide the analysis, the assessment, the advice, the suggestions and the actions to take in order to cut costs and increase the efficiency and efficacy of the fleet. We propose the following fleet management audit.<\/p>\n Though not changed as frequently, gear oil is crucial to your equipment working cohesively and efficiently. Here is a brief guide to proper gear oil maintenance. This blog post features information and input from Cenexperts guest bloggers with\u00a0Afton Chemical,\u00a0a trusted Cenex partner for industry insight on oil formulations and additives. 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Choosing the right gear oil<\/h4>\n
Signs of poor gear oil maintenance<\/h4>\n
Gear oil maintenance schedule<\/h4>\n
Evaluating your engine lubricants<\/h4>\n
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