Founded by Norm Kimes in 1996, Kimes Technologies International develops and supplies application-specific sulfonates and related intermediate components for lubricants, greases, coatings, and metalworking formulations. The company’s niche is deliberate: it concentrates on component products rather than finished formulations, allowing it to support customers without competing with them. Kimes also provides technical recommendations and can develop products with properties tailored to a particular application or process.
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Enox CorporationSince 1998, Enox Corporation has developed proprietary metalloid sulfur-phosphorus tribological additives and packages for manufacturers of greases, industrial lubricants, metalworking fluids, and drilling fluids. Based in Bensalem, Pennsylvania, the company focuses on specialty formulations that improve extreme-pressure, antiwear, and antifriction performance while reducing treat rates in demanding applications. Enox also supplies NSF H1-approved additives for food-grade lubricants and biodegradable options for environmentally sensitive operations.BENSALEM, PA
Metal Forming Lubricants, IncFounded in 1999, Metal Forming Lubricants is an Elyria, Ohio manufacturer built around economical, application-specific solutions for the metalworking industry. Its technical team develops custom lubricants for customers across the Americas, Asia, and Europe, with particular experience in rotary forging applications for aluminum wheels.ELYRIA, OH
Lubrication Specialties, LLCFounded in 1997, Mount Gilead’s Lubrication Specialties develops and manufactures problem-specific lubricants, oils and additives for diesel and gas engines. Its on-site LSI Labs research team tackles difficult lubrication challenges for industrial customers while translating solutions such as Hot Shot’s Secret into products for everyday drivers, fleets and repair shops. The company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Gold Eagle Company, now employs more than 60 people and also offers private-label development with production runs as small as one pallet.MOUNT GILEAD, OH
Specialty Lubricants CorporationFounded in 1979, family-owned Specialty Lubricants Corporation develops, manufactures and packages industrial lubricants, with a particular strength in custom-formulated and private-label products. Its HUSKEY®, SLIPKOTE® and CHUCK-EEZ® brands are built for demanding applications, while its packaging operation can take a project from formulation and testing through filling and retail presentation. The company is ISO 9001:2008 registered and operates cosmetic cGMP-capable facilities.MACEDONIA, OH