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Our library of blogs provide useful tips and information across the range of industry products we provide.



Continuing our commitment: RS Clare and RSF elevate Rail safety awareness



Aquatic toxicity explained



Biodegradability explained



EcoLabel marine lubricants: Full protection for the marine environment



Condition Monitoring: The rise of big data on the rail network


A freight train with three red and yellow locomotives travels through a lush, green valley and dry hillside. Operated by a large Class 1 railroad, the train moves on a curved track, showcasing high load protection with blue freight cars visible at the rear amidst trees and hilly terrain.

Gaugeface lubrication: How it works and why we need it



Beware of counterfeit lubricants: protect your equipment



Fishplate lubrication – Best Practices



The importance of keeping track ballast in a clean condition


RS Clare Private Label Grease NLGI 3 Lithium

Grease vs Oil – Which one to use for lubrication?



Sand Contamination Study on ClareTech EcoCurve Heavy Haul


A red train travels along a railway track beside a winding river in a lush, mountainous landscape. Equipped with EcoCurve technology and curved rail grease for environmentally friendly travel, it passes tall evergreen trees and dense forest, with majestic mountains visible in the background under a clear blue sky.

Flange Lubricants – 12 Key Characteristics and Performance Criteria


Close-up view of a railway track turnout (switch) showing the meeting point of two rails, fastening bolts, fishplate, and gravel ballast. The area where the tracks split or join is visible, with slight wear and oil staining on the rails due to lubrication and regular railroad maintenance.

Eliminating low rail corrugation with Top of Rail Friction Management


A collection of various-sized blue containers and barrels with "RS Clare" branding, showcasing their lubricant range. The containers, from small tubes to large barrels, are uniformly arranged in a row. Some have white lids while others are fully blue. Technical data sheets provide further details on each product.

Lubricant Technical Data Sheets explained


A man with a beard wearing a white hard hat, yellow ear protection around his neck, and a black and red work jacket is smiling in an industrial setting that feels like home, with yellow machinery in the background.

Why API Guidelines Should Guide your Selection of Gate Valve Lubricant


Close-up of a railway track with a newly welded section. The track sits on wooden sleepers with gravel ballast surrounding it. A metal rail connector with a hose or cable is attached to the track, indicating welding or maintenance work in progress. Top of Rail Friction Control materials are visible near the weld.

Top of Rail Friction Management Explained


A red passenger train crosses a black metal bridge on a sunny day. Supported by sturdy stone pillars, the rail track glistens from recent Rail Track Maintenance. In the background, buildings and trees with green foliage stand under a clear blue sky.

A Quick Overview of Rail Track Lubrication


Close-up view of thick black cables extending diagonally from an orange metal structure towards a large white industrial tank. The cables create a converging pattern. The sky is clear with a few clouds, and there are additional industrial structures in the background.

Understanding Wire Rope Lubricants: Grease or Wax?


An offshore oil rig is illuminated as it stands tall against a backdrop of a dusky sky and calm sea. A supply vessel, essential for valve maintenance, is positioned near the rig, both reflecting lights on the water's surface. The horizon shows a mix of dark clouds and the fading light of sunset.

What 4 key characteristics should your gate valve lubricant have?


Claretech Supreme Curved Rail Grease for Noise Reduction Rail Squeal Biodegradable

The Importance of Correct Lubricator Selection and Placement


Cows grazing in a green field under a partly cloudy sky at sunset. One cow is prominently in the foreground, looking directly at the camera, while others are scattered in the background. The landscape is open with rolling hills and distant trees, untouched by any methane leaks or industrial valves.

Cows, valves, and methane leaks


Multiple curved railway tracks with green grass growing between them. The scene is lit by warm sunlight, suggesting early morning or late afternoon. Trees are visible on the left side, and a road with a car can be seen in the background to the right, offering a quiet environment perfect for noise reduction.

Can You Turn That Train Noise Down, Please?


Close-up image of thick, swirled black paint, displaying a glossy, textured surface with intricate patterns and reflections. The paint appears creamy and dense, forming abstract shapes and ridges reminiscent of a lubricated wire rope’s texture.

Wire Rope Lubrication Selection


A schematic illustration depicting the carbon capture and storage process in the oil and gas industry. It shows CO2 sources, capture techniques, transportation via pipelines and trucks, injection into underground storage, and monitoring. The design includes icons and labels for each step.

Carbon Capture in the Oil and Gas Industry


Close-up of industrial cables with multiple wires inside, arranged neatly in circular patterns. The cables are silver and appear to be used for heavy-duty or technical applications, like crane wire ropes. The background is blurred, highlighting the cables as the main focus.

What daily checks should be performed on a crane wire rope? Where failure isn’t an option.


Close-up of a heavy-duty wire rope wound around a large industrial winch. The winch and surrounding equipment are painted yellow. A blurred cab of a construction vehicle is visible in the background with a blue sky above.

Maximising the Lifespan of Wire Rope with Secondary Dressing Lubrication


An offshore oil rig platform in the middle of the ocean against a backdrop of blue sky and clouds. The Oil & Gas platform has various machinery and equipment, as well as cranes extending from it. The calm sea surrounds the structure, dispelling myths about Oil & Gas with its serene presence.

Dispelling the Myths about working on an Oil & Gas platform


A series of vibrant, water-resistant oil wellheads with attached pipes and gauges stand on a sandy terrain under a cloudy blue sky. Machines in different colors (yellow, blue, white, and orange) are connected by interwoven pipes, creating an intricate industrial scene that showcases ClareTech's resilience.

The 6 Essential Attributes You Need From A Gate Valve Lubricant


Close-up of a large industrial pipeline with three red wheel valves and one green valve against a blue sky. The metal pipes and valves suggest it is part of an industrial system for controlling the flow of liquids or gases, highlighting the importance of regular gate valve maintenance.

Gate Valves and Valve Lubricants – Maintaining Well Integrity and HSE Standards



5 Things You Need To Know About Environmentally Acceptable Rail Curve Greases

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