How Tribology is Increasing Lifespan & Efficiency

Wind turbines contain several challenges for the engineer and lubricant formulator.  

The main bearing, rotates slowly and is prone to wear.  The gearbox between the rotor and the generator will experience varied conditions, due to wind gusts, torque reversals, stray currents and other environmental factors.    

We use Tribology to mimic these situations and develop new technologies to prolong the lifetime of the wind turbine components and reduce downtime. 

Reducing Friction & Driving Efficiency

There is a continuous drive to increase the efficiency of internal combustion engines, and the right lubricants can make a big difference.  

Tribology evaluates the performance of different engine lubricants, allowing us to find solutions to reduce friction and wear on parts like the piston rings, cams and journal bearings.

The reduction in energy required to move the components of the engine because of more effective lubricants, can have a direct impact on the efficiency and improve the miles per gallon of a vehicle.  

Delivering New Levels of Race Performance

In motorsport, an engine will be operating at higher speeds and temperatures than conventional passenger car engines. 

Tribology is used to understand the film thicknesses of all the components in the engine throughout a race. This information is used in the Tribology Lab to formulate the most appropriate fluids, with an optimised viscosity profile and suitable chemical additives to give outstanding performance.  

Innovating Lubricants and Additives

New lubricant & additives are continuously being developed to meet the needs of modern machines.  

We design the world’s most advanced test methods to help push the boundaries of lubricant performance.  

By subjecting lubricants to rigorous and precise assessments, we’re able to identify formulations that excel in reducing friction, minimising wear, and maximising the longevity of critical components.