Lubricant Collection

Pratts Motor Oil
A circular enamel sign advertising Pratts Motor Oil. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Mobiloil enamel sign
An enamel sign advertising Mobiloil. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Duckhams Motor Oil Thermometer
A tin/alloy metal give-away thermometer advertising Duckhams Motor Oil. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Itinerant Knife Grinder sharpening blade by turning grindwheel with treadle
531809 Itinerant Knife Grinder sharpening blade by turning grindwheel with treadle. Red can over grindwheel contains lubricant. Brazier hangs on handle of cart

Advert - Mobil oil Date: 1925

Castrol Motor Oil Sign
An enamel sign advertising Castrol Motor Oil from Wakefield. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Advertisement (enamel sign) for Veedol Lubricants
A fine tin/alloy cutout sign advertising Veedol oils and lubricants. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Blitz in London - Shell Mex, Fulham, WW2
London firemen at work at Shell Mex, Townmead Road, Fulham, following a bombing raid, 23 February 1944. In the foreground are salvaged drums of lubricant which have been extinguished. Date: 1944

Oil can with drip falling from spout

Itinerant Knife Grinder sharpening blade by turning grindwheel with treadle. Red can over grindwheel contains lubricant. Brazier hangs on handle of cart. Chromolithograph c1867

MUC7 molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of the protein MUC7 (mucin 7). Mucins key characteristic is their ability to form gels

MUC5B molecule. Computer model showing the structure of a molecule of the protein MUC5B (mucin 5 subtype B). Mucins key characteristic is their ability to form gels

Blitz in London - Shell Mex, Fulham, WW2
London firemen at work at Shell Mex, Townmead Road, Fulham, following a bombing raid, 23 February 1944. In the foreground are salvaged drums of lubricant which have been extinguished

Molybdenite - MoS2 - Queensland Australia - Wolfram Camp Mine - Dimbulah - Mareeba Shire - Molybdenum bisulfide - Mined
CAN-4374 Molybdenite - MoS2 Queensland Australia - Wolfram Camp Mine - Dimbulah - Mareeba Shire Molybdenum bisulfide - Mined for molybdenum bisulfide - (a lubricant) and molybdenum

Grease nipple points on loader tractor, with grease being added, England, october

Oil drill operators handling drilling machinery. Oil drills are used to drill deep into the ground to reach underground reservoirs of oil

Testing gear lubricants, 1920
Testing gear lubricants. Technicians assessing the quality of various lubricant oils in a Lanchester worm gear machine. Photographed at the National Physical Laboratory, Teddington, UK, in 1920

Salivary gland, light micrograph
Salivary gland. Coloured light micrograph of a section through a sublingual salivary gland, which is situated directly under the tongue

Can of WD-40 oil
Spray can of WD-40 oil, on a white background

Oil being poured. This is pure refined light oil being poured onto precision machine parts. Oil is used in machines with moving parts as lubrication to help the parts move smoothly

Machine oil on metal
Drops of fine machine oil on Zinc plating

Oil drop under axle. Drop of clean lubricating machine oil on the underside of a machine axle. This is a rod around which a wheel turns

Vitreoscilla bacteria, TEM
Vitreoscilla bacteria. Coloured transmission electron micrograph (TEM) of a section through several examples of Vitreoscilla sp. the gliding bacterium

False-colour SEM of molybdenum disulphide
False-colour scanning electron micrograph of scratches on the surface of a lubricating film of molybdenum disulphide (orange) from a dry film anti- scuffing aerosol spray

Hexagonal boron nitride crystal
Boron nitride crystal structure, molecular model. Boron atoms are green, nitrogen atoms are blue. Boron nitride is a compound that shares many properties with elemental carbon

Hyaluronic acid, molecular model. Hyaluronic acid (or hyaluronon) is a glycosaminoglycan, a type of biological polymer made up of repeating units of a disaccharide (two sugar molecules)

Benzo Moteur Oil Poster - Cheret

Pratts High Test Petrol & Oil
An enamel sign advertising Pratts High Test Petrol & Oil. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Pratts Perfection Motor Spirit
An enamel sign advertising Pratts Perfection Motor Spirit. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Enamel sign advertising Mobil Regular
An enamel sign advertising Mobil regular motor oil. *EDITORIAL USE ONLY*

Worcestershire garage and owner before a fire
Worcestershire garage and seated owner surrounded by oils, engine treatments and lubricants. Photograph by Norman Synge Waller Budd

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"Lubricant: A Journey Through Time and Innovation" Step back in time with us as we explore the fascinating world of lubricants. From vintage enamel signs like the iconic Mobiloil sign to Pratts Motor Oil, these artifacts remind us of a bygone era when oil played a crucial role in keeping engines running smoothly. Imagine the bustling streets of yesteryears, where Duckhams Motor Oil Thermometer adorned shopfronts, proudly displaying their commitment to quality and performance. Advertisements for Mobil oil caught the attention of passersby, promising enhanced engine efficiency and longevity. But amidst the chaos of war, even lubricants had an important role to play. During World War II's Blitz in London, Shell Mex stations stood tall in Fulham, providing essential fuel and oils that kept vehicles moving forward on both sides of the conflict. The sight of a Castrol Motor Oil Sign evokes memories of classic cars cruising down open roads while relying on this trusted brand for optimal engine protection. And who can forget that mesmerizing image - an oil can with a drip falling from its spout? It symbolizes reliability and precision – qualities every vehicle owner seeks. Not all lubrication is mechanical; sometimes it's about craftsmanship too. The itinerant Knife Grinder sharpening blades by turning grindwheel with treadle represents manual labor supported by efficient tools powered by lubricants like Red MUC7 molecule – ensuring smooth operation for artisans honing their skills. Through history and innovation, lubricants have evolved into more than just oily substances; they are lifelines for machines big and small. They reduce friction between moving parts, extending their lifespan while maximizing performance. So next time you see an old Mobiloil enamel sign or come across vintage advertisements promoting motor oils during wartime blitzes or witness craftsmen perfecting their art using well-lubricated tools – remember that behind each artifact lies a story woven together by the power of lubricants.