Choosing the Right Engine Oil

Jul 07, 2022

You rely on your equipment for so much on your operation ? which means any downtime during short production windows can make a dent in your yield and profits. Protect your machines and investments and keep your operation moving forward by choosing the right engine oil.

High-quality oils are specifically designed to withstand heavy wear, providing lubrication to protect the internal engine components during those long hours of work. Today’s high-powered modern engines are hardy workhorses, which can result in high pressure and elevated temperatures, leading to wear, tear and decreased efficiency without the right oil.

Why Quality Matters

Understanding the importance of high-quality oil requires a quick dive into chemistry. When engine oil is exposed to oxygen, it undergoes a permanent chemical reaction. This process is known as oxidation, and it is the primary cause of many issues related to engine oil. Heat accelerates the oxidation process in engine oil, which is why oil for modern engines includes special additives to increase oxidation resistance.

Daily and Long-term Performance

The quality of your engine oil can drastically affect your tractor’s efficiency and performance. Oxidation, especially under high heat, causes oil degradation, resulting in engine oil that is thicker and more viscous. This can cause deposit buildup and greater oil consumption, as well as more frequent oil changes and service to keep your tractor and its engine at peak performance. Using higher-quality engine oil means getting more accomplished in the field quicker and needing less engine oil to get the job done.

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Video: Why Port Infrastructure is Key to Growing Canada's Farms and Economy

Grain Farmers of Ontario (GFO) knows that strong, modern port infrastructure is vital to the success of Canada’s agriculture. When our ports grow, Ontario grain farmers and Canadian farms grow too—and when we grow, Canada grows.

In this video, we highlight the importance of investing in port infrastructure and how these investments are key to growing Ontario agriculture and supporting global trade. The footage showcases the strength of both Ontario’s farming landscapes and vital port operations, including some key visuals from HOPA Ports, which we are grateful to use in this project.

Ontario’s grain farmers rely on efficient, sustainable ports and seaway systems to move grain to markets around the world. Port investments are crucial to increasing market access, driving economic growth, and ensuring food security for all Canadians.

Why Port Infrastructure Matters:

Investing in Ports = Investing in Farms: Modernized ports support the export of Canadian grain, driving growth in agriculture.

Sustainable Growth: Learn how stronger ports reduce environmental impact while boosting economic stability.

Global Trade Opportunities: Improved port and seaway systems help farmers access new global markets for their grain.

Stronger Communities: Investment in ports means more stable jobs and economic growth for rural communities across Ontario and Canada.

We are proud to support the ongoing investment in port infrastructure and to shine a light on its vital role in feeding the world and securing a prosperous future for Canadian agriculture.

Special thanks to HOPA Ports for providing some of the stunning port footage featured in this video.