Founded in 1976 as an oil-blending operation, U.S. Lubricants has grown from its original Wisconsin facility into a family-owned national manufacturer and distributor. Its in-house lab helped build a lasting specialty in custom formulations, while four U.S. blending facilities now support customers across automotive and industrial markets.
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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
U.S. VentureU.S. Venture is a family-owned business founded in 1951 as Schmidt Brothers Oil Company in Kimberly, Wisconsin. Today it operates across transportation products, energy, lubricants, logistics sustainability, and tax-compliance businesses; its U.S. Lubricants division manufactures and distributes lubricant products and fluid solutions. The company reports more than 5,000 people and 120-plus locations.BALTIMORE, MD
Engineered LubricantsSince 1967, St. Louis-based Engineered Lubricants has independently manufactured lubricants and metalworking fluids, pairing custom formulations with preventative-maintenance support for industrial customers. Its in-house laboratory handles lubricant design, quality control, used-fluid monitoring and investigative analysis, while a team of 10 lubrication specialists brings more than 200 combined years of industry experience to difficult applications. The company also provides regional delivery and programs designed to extend fluid life, reduce waste and prevent equipment downtime.BANGOR, PA
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