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Lubricants
Lubricant Prices Rising
There are many reasons why lubricant prices have increased dramatically since 2021 and are projected to remain high. A series of events that began with the pandemic and continued with the Russian invasion of Ukraine has snarled production, depleted inventories, and disrupted the labor market in such a way that […]
Hydraulic System Maintenance Tips
Hydraulic systems play important roles in keeping vehicles, farming equipment, construction equipment and factories productive. The pressurized fluid in hydraulic systems provides many essential functions like reducing friction, removing heat, minimizing wear and tear and protecting the system from rust by removing debris. Hydraulic system maintenance is crucial to keeping […]
Is Your Equipment Ready for Winter?
Now is the time to take some essential steps to winterize your equipment. Whether you plan to store it for the season or prepare it for work during winter’s harsh conditions, winterization is an important maintenance activity. Lubricants play an essential role in keeping your equipment protected even when you […]
Lubricant Analysis Can Help You Avoid Costly Downtime
We’ll just run it until it breaks.” How many times have you heard this catchphrase? Equipment downtime is costly and often due to some form of contamination. The best way to guard against equipment failure caused by contaminants is to conduct regular lubricant analysis testing. But testing alone is not […]
When You Can’t Beat the Heat, Manage It
“It really wouldn’t be that hot if it wasn’t for the humidity.” Anyone who has ever visited the Midwest between May and September has more than likely heard this saying. I’ve always found myself of the mindset that hot is hot, humidity aside. Our gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment […]
Lubricant Prices on the Rise
The price of motor oils, greases, hydraulic fluids and other lubricants has been steadily climbing in 2021. Major oil refiners have already announced five price increases in the first five months of 2021 on base oils, the foundational ingredient in most modern lubricants. Base oil prices have been pushed higher […]
Introducing Lube Advisor
Finding the right MFA Oil lubricant product for vehicles and equipment can now be accomplished within seconds on the MFA Oil website. Lube Advisor, a digital oil and lubricant recommendation tool, is now available to help customers match the right MFA Oil product to their engine based on the year, […]
Excede is the New Name for MFA Oil’s Passenger Car Motor Oils
The MFA Oil lineup of passenger car motor oil (PCMO) products is receiving a new name and look. Moving forward, these products will be sold under the Excede® brand with the tagline “Give it everything.” “Rebranding gives us a more marketable product and helps to set us apart from our […]
Are You Following a Lubrication Program?
Whether you own a single tractor for farming, 20 pieces of construction equipment, or a fleet of 100 trucks, you likely depend on our equipment to get the job done. And how well your equipment performs is dependent on you. Machinery needs lubrication to function safely, properly, and when you […]
Why Equipment Fails and How to Prevent It
No matter what industry you’re in, whether it be agriculture, construction, industrial, mining, forestry or transportation, you’ve undoubtedly had to deal with equipment failure. When equipment fails, it not only prevents you from completing your tasks but also comes with serious costs. When we think about the costs of equipment […]
7 Tips to Winterize Your Equipment
If you leave your equipment in storage without proper winterization, you are asking for trouble. Just as extreme heat and humidity can damage equipment parts in the summer, sharp drops in temperature can take a toll on machinery. To protect your investment and ensure you’re ready to roll in warmer […]
Introducing Work Horse™ Lubricants
Since its founding in 1929, MFA Oil has always taken pride in providing a reliable supply of quality petroleum products to meet its members’ needs. The company has sold a variety of premium fuels and oils in its 90-year history, and that legacy will continue with a new line of […]