Lithium greases have traditionally dominated the global grease market, accounting for approximately 70% of usage. 1 It is expected lithium grease will always dominate the market due to their versatility. However, the increasing demand for lithium in electric vehicle (EV) batteries has led to price volatility and concerns about the long-term availability of lithium for... Read more »
The demand for lithium has boomed in recent years, particularly with the global push towards electric vehicles (EVs). What was once an element with limited applications, lithium’s use in rechargeable batteries has caused an explosion in demand. Since 2021, the pricing of lithium carbonate has increased more than 400% and continues to rise. The supply... Read more »
The first use of grease dates back to ancient times, when man first used animal fats and vegetable oils to reduce friction. Analysis of these crude lubricants shows that lime was sometimes mixed in as a thickener, making this the first complex grease. The science of lubricating technology has come a long way since ancient... Read more »
