IntroductionFluid technologies for a better world橝t Lubrizol, we create technologies to make the world a better place. We invest our financial and technical resources in the development of high-performance fluid technologies resulting in products that work better, last longer and benefit the environment.

    Founded in 1928, as a manufacturer of graphite oil products, today, Lubrizol is a recognized leader in specialty additives for lubricating oils. Our lubricant and fuel technologies increase operating efficiency and reduce environmental impact in all types of transportation equipment.

    We also produce chemical products and systems that improve efficiency and reduce environmental and health exposure in industrial operations. Our products are found in a variety of markets, including coatings and inks, compressor lubricants and metalworking fluids.

    As a technology company, Lubrizol continuously seeks new ways to leverage its expertise. Our current initiatives are focused on areas such as advanced fluid systems and fluid contaminant management, including filtration, remediation and emission control.

    Our vision for the future is based on the most valuable lesson of our past. Whatever the industry, whatever the application, we use technology to solve problems, develop the best product or system available and dedicate our efforts to making the world a better place.

    How We Started

    Lubrizol was founded by six men with a good idea-an idea that set the stage for every Lubrizol product that followed. From the beginning, we worked to identify a problem, used technology to solve it, and developed a product that was better than anything else available. Then, we found a way to make it easy for our customers to use. The result of that first idea was a product called Lubri-Graph. Designed to eliminate the squeak caused by the leaf springs in early model cars, it was sold with a 10-gallon pressurized drum dispenser that made it easy to apply. That combination of chemicals and equipment was our first performance system.

    Our Vision for the Future

    We will create technologies to make the world a better place.

    We will invest in the development of high-performance fluid technologies resulting in products that work better, last longer and benefit the environment.

    The chemicals, services and systems Lubrizol's customers will need for the future are being designed right now by some of the best minds in the industry. Throughout much of our history, the words "Lubrizol product" have been synonymous with "chemical additive." Over the years, as we've put chemistry to work for us, we've gained a unique understanding of research, testing and equipment. As a company, we've developed new ways to manufacture and distribute products around the globe. And we know how to combine components to solve problems. We understand that, while each of these elements is important, what really matters is how they work together. Now, we're moving beyond additive chemistry to fluid technology. It's a new century and a new world at Lubrizol-a better one.

    Lubrizol at a Glance

    Business: A global, fluid technology company concentrating on high-performance chemicals, systems and services for industry and transportation.

    Founded: 1928 in Cleveland, Ohio USA

    World headquarters: Wickliffe, Ohio USA

    Employees: Approximately 5,200 worldwide

    Manufacturing Plants: 37 facilities in 16 countries

    Sales and Technical Service Offices: 53 worldwide

    Research Centers: Wickliffe, Ohio USA; Hazelwood, England U.K.; Kinuura, Japan

    Annual Sales: 1.9 billion