This article was updated March 6, 2023. It was originally published Aug. 1, 2001. Gears—even plastic ones—need to be lubricated if engineers are going to coax the best performance out of them. In the ...

The causes of gear failure are diverse yet preventable—even tooth degradation and lubrication contamination. Following these ...

Many older corn heads require special “corn head grease” to lubricate the row unit gearboxes. Customers have asked if they can use standard grease in those gearboxes to avoid having to switch grease ...

As demand for wind energy intensifies, turbine reliability and efficiency are paramount. In this context, lubrication plays a ...

Keep your trailer landings in good shape by periodically greasing and inspecting the landing legs Care of your landing gear involves periodic greasing with the right lube and a careful inspection of ...

Gear Head Lube says it has come up with a cleaner, more environmentally friendly way to lubricate fifth wheels. It introduced at the Technology & Maintenance Council’s spring meeting a soy-based ...