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Glossary
Explanations of the key terms related to lubricants, chemical safety, and regulations such as REACH, CLP, or SVHC. Here you'll find definitions, practical tips, and related articles.
Regulations and Safety
Chemical regulations, legal obligations, workplace safety, and product documentation.
REACH
EU regulation governing the registration, evaluation, and restriction of chemicals.
CLP
Classification, Labelling and Packaging – classification, labelling and packaging of chemicals.
SVHC
Substances of Very High Concern – substances very hazardous to health or the environment.
MSDS/SDS
Product Safety Data Sheet – information about composition, properties, and safe use.
NSF H1
Food-grade lubricants approved for contact with food, safe for the food industry.
BDO
Database of Products and Packaging and Waste Management.
PPE
Personal Protective Equipment – ensuring employee safety.
Chemical Properties and Parameters
Parameters describing the behavior, safety, and quality of oils.
Hygroscopicity
The ability of a substance to absorb moisture from the surroundings.
Flash Point
The minimum temperature at which the vapors of a substance can ignite.
Electrostatic Charges
The phenomenon of generating electrical potential capable of causing sparking.
Oil Cleanliness Class
Standard specifying the degree of oil contamination (e.g., according to ISO 4406, NAS).
Types of Oils and Lubricant Bases
Basic types of lubricants and their chemical characteristics.
Synthetic Oils
Advanced oils with increased thermal stability and longer lifespan.
Mineral Oils
Oils based on refined fractions of crude oil.
PAG
Polyalkylene glycols – a group of synthetic oils used in lubricants and hydraulics.
POE
Polyolesters – synthetic oils used in lubricants, coolants, and air conditioning systems.
Processes and Standards
Organizational standards, quality systems, and best practices in working with oils.
Diagnostics and Oil Operation
Oil analysis, machine condition assessment, and contamination detection methods.
Waste and Environmental Protection
Waste management, spill response, and environmental protection.