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At NEOL, we deeply appreciate the rich history of the lubricants industry. Our technology is a milestone that can transform the current landscape within the world of lubricants and build on the legacy of past innovations. With that in mind, let's go back and take a look at 5 historical innovations that changed everything for us all in the lubricants industry... 1. Ancient Egyptian Resourcefulness (2600 BCE) 🏺 • Discovery: Beef and mutton could be used as sled lubricants • Impact: Enabled construction of pyramids by reducing friction in heavy stone transport 2. The Wheel Revolution (1400 BCE) 🛞 • Discovery: Tallow and lime powder mixture could be used as a lubricant for chariot axles • Impact: Faster, more efficient transportation and warfare capabilities 3. Leonardo da Vinci's Breakthrough (1490) 🎨 • Discovery: Ball bearings with separators that reduced friction • Impact: Created a foundational design still used in modern machinery today 4. The Birth of Petroleum Lubricants (1859) 🛢️ • Discovery: First oil well drilled by Colonel William Drake • Impact: Sparked modern petroleum industry and industrial revolution 5. Synthetic Revolution (1929) 🧪 • Discovery: Synthetic hydrocarbons developed by Standard Oil of Indiana • Impact: Improved base oil performance and enabled the creation of lubricants for extreme conditions What historical lubricant discovery intrigues you most? #LubricantHistory #Innovation

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Rocio Rupay Aguedo

Jefe de Soporte Técnico en Isopetrol Lubricants Del Peru S.A.C . MLE® :: MLT® I :: RCT® II

6mo

Of the historical discoveries you mention, the one that intrigues me the most is that of Leonardo da Vinci in 1490, related to ball bearings with separators. This design not only reduced friction significantly, but also laid the foundation for many of the advances in modern machinery. The ability to minimise wear and improve mechanical efficiency had a lasting impact on a wide variety of applications, from watches to cars to aircraft. This discovery is a clear example of how an innovation can influence and transform multiple industries over time. #LeonardoDaVinci #Innovation #History #Technology

Pepa Chang

Coolant, metal working fluid, neat oil purification, and filtration. International sales at HC Feng Co., Ltd. (Taiwan)

6mo

Thanks for sharing

Michail Fedotov

Synthetic Base Stocks Market Development - EMEAF | Exxonmobil

6mo

I like number 5 specifically. With no obvious reason :-)

Tony Franks - start-up business capital specialist

Problem solver & eater of frogs. If you've got a #startup business looking for #capital #investment, call me to book a meeting

6mo

Fascinating stuff

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