Category: Energy Conservation & Environment
Jim Fitch authored articles & papers
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Conservation of Lubricants and Energy
Many of the materials essential to global industrial markets have been identified as being in potential short supply. A substantial number of those materials originate from regions of the world where interrupted supply is a real and present risk. Petroleum is a finite world resource with continuing supply and economic problems, with more special concerns… Read More
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New Lubrication Commandments – Conserve Energy, Protect the Environment
It seems counterintuitive that lubricants selected to optimize wear control may not be optimum when it comes to energy conservation. Read More
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“Superior Sustainability, Taking a comprehensive approach, from production to compliance and beyond,”
In Fitch’s experience, such sustainability assessments hinge on manufacturers being committed co sustainability, not on consumer demand. “In general, I don’t think consumers are clamoring for more sustainable products,” he said, noting that price is a more prevalent concern. Read More