Join us for a special episode of Lubrication Experts featuring Jacob Bonta, the Lead Formulation Scientist for Industrial Fluids and Greases at Valvoline Global Operations. In this in-depth discussion, Jacob takes us through the intricate process of developing greases from concept to market. Learn about the key factors in grease formulation, the importance of application-specific design, the testing and trial phases, and the unique challenges and opportunities in making and scaling up industrial grease. This episode is a must-watch for anyone in the lubrication industry, from sales and marketing professionals to field users. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest 00:47 Understanding Grease Development 01:53 Targeting Applications and Environments 02:32 Push vs. Pull in Product Development 05:35 Economic Considerations in Grease Production 10:19 Core Components of Grease 14:37 Grease as a Technology Platform 18:56 Defining Performance Criteria 25:33 Bench Testing and Iteration 30:55 Field Trials and Real-World Testing 36:16 Scaling Up Production 41:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts