Jan 11, 2019 | Trade Shows and Exhibitions
We are pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at the Future Powertrain Conference (FPC) on 27 & 28 February 2019 at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull. We are exhibiting under the Nye Lubricants name. Come and see us on stand 42. More information...
Jan 9, 2019 | Support Articles, Testimonials
An industrial joystick manufacturer was facing performance issues with a high performance model. The joystick design was required to operate in extreme temperatures and hostile environments, the sub zero temperature performance was of particular concern and there was...
Oct 31, 2018 | Support Articles
Ever wondered what the data point Viscosity Index (VI) means and how we derive it from kinematic viscosity? No, you probably haven’t ever wanted to know…but nevertheless we get asked so have written an explanation...
Oct 15, 2018 | Support Articles
Our latest case study is an automotive interior application. A premium automotive manufacturer had an aftermarket problem with the free movement of a sun visor. Due to tight tolerances in the sun visor design, there was a high level of friction between the sun visor...
Oct 9, 2018 | Announcements, Support Articles
Today we’ve finished a design update on our Technical Support website. Faster loading, better design, what’s not to love! Take a look – support.newgatesimms.com
Sep 17, 2018 | Support Articles, Testimonials
Take a look at our new case study. A laboratory equipment manufacturer contacted us after an incident with a high temperature combustion reactor. An Fe (Iron) Scrubber is used to extract acid from air using iron. They needed a high temperature capable, low carbon,...
Sep 5, 2018 | Trade Shows and Exhibitions
In October we will be in Wolfsburg, Germany for the IZB International Automotive Suppliers Fair. We are exhibiting with our colleagues Nye Lubricants at this important automotive event. Come and meet the team in Hall 6, Stand 6224.
Aug 15, 2018 | Uncategorised
A modern motorcycle ride by wire throttle (sometimes called ‘drive by wire’) refers to the absence of mechanical linkage between the accelerator and throttle. Older and conventional motorcycle throttles utilise a cable twist grip with considerably more friction in the...
Aug 2, 2018 | Support Articles, Testimonials
Yamaha DSP series amplifiers can be purchased second hand online at low cost. Older models have a common problem with the volume control because the volume control knob movement often does not correlate correctly with the dB level readout on the VFD screen reading....
Jun 5, 2018 | Uncategorised
What constitutes a grease? There are three main components that make a grease, base oil, thickener and an additive package. Making a grease is thought to be like extreme cooking. We created an infographic to explain: This and other interesting articles can be found at...
