Gino Platania

When lithium grease runs out, it’s not just a minor delay—it’s a grader sidelined mid-storm, a loader that chews through pins before noon, and a farm spreader with banged-up bushings before harvest. Every missed tube is hours lost and costs…

When lithium grease runs out, it’s not just a minor delay—it’s a grader sidelined mid-storm, a loader that chews through pins before noon, and a farm spreader with banged-up bushings before harvest. In Rensselaer County, every missed tube is hours…

You’re not imagining it—grease is scarce, prices are wild, and every missed tube could mean thousand-dollar repairs. With lithium grease harder to find and costs rising, every equipment operator needs a plan to protect uptime and stretch maintenance budgets this…

When lithium grease becomes scarce, operators across the county — from apple orchards in Valatie to fabrication shops in Hudson, NY — face real decisions that affect uptime. It’s not just about finding any grease. It’s about ensuring the one…

Lithium grease shortages are affecting shops and job sites across the area. Prices swing daily, and reliable supply is never guaranteed. Whether you manage a fleet, run a repair shop, or handle your own equipment, running out of proper grease…

You know that failed pin isn’t just “bad luck.” Whether you’re pulling morning maintenance in Brewster or sending out a crew for spring startup, what really costs time and money is grease that can’t keep up with real-world loads. What…

Loader out on a tough grade and your pins are hammered loose by noon? You’re not alone. The real culprit behind so many shop headaches is grease squeeze-out—and it’s showing up in downtime, parts bills, and those repeat calls for…

If you’re chasing down squeaks after a morning grease job in Suffern, you’re not alone. Pins shouldn’t be a gamble—but too often, crews are left hoping today’s grease does more than look shiny. When Grease Lets You Down Stop-and-go sites…