Blackmer cites pump performance

Blackmer said its XL Series sliding vane pumps can improve overall efficiency and performance in lube oil applications. Constructed of ductile iron that will withstand sudden thermal shock and stress, all models also are fitted with replaceable casing liners and end discs that allow easy rebuilding of the pump.

Published: Aug 8, 2012

Features of its XL Series sliding vane pumps can improve overall efficiency and performance in lube oil applications, according to Blackmer, a manufacturer of positive displacement and centrifugal pumps, and reciprocating compressor technologies.

The company noted its XL Series pumps are constructed of ductile iron that will withstand sudden thermal shock and stress. All models also are fitted with replaceable casing liners and end discs that allow easy rebuilding of the pump. XL models are available in 1.25-, 1.5-, 2-, 3- and 4-in. port sizes with capacities from 5 to 345 GPM.

Castrol, Safety-Kleen to launch program to reduce carbon footprint

Alongside partner Safety-Kleen, Castrol is launching MoreCircular – a program to collect used oil and re-refine it into a usable state.

By Kevin Linger

Managing Editor/Producer of Fleet Equipment Magazine

Published: Apr 26, 2024

Castrol has partnered with Safety-Kleen to launch ‘Castrol MoreCircular,’ a national program designed to reduce the carbon footprint of U.S.-based business lubricants. The company explains that ‘MoreCircular’ encompasses the entire process of collecting used oil from business customers, re-refining it and integrating re-refined base oil (RRBO) into premium lubricants for supply to businesses.