Ultra high performance grease characterization

Greases are highly structured suspensions consisting of a thickener dispersed in lubricating liquid and additives. LB Foster has recently started developing railroad greases that have exceptional product performance. The main objective of this project is to study different grease formulations on a molecular level, using rheological testing and molecular imaging techniques.
A fundamental understanding of the LB Foster grease products will be invaluable to product development and allow for the best product to be sold to customers, which is expected to result in a larger market share and the perception that LB Foster is a “grease” technology leader.

Faculty Supervisor:

Dana Grecov

Student:

Partner:

LB Foster Rail Technologies Corp (BC)

Discipline:

Engineering

Sector:

Manufacturing; Professional, scientific and technical services

University:

The University of British Columbia

Program: