For decades, industrial lubrication has been considered a foundational element of mechanical reliability. Oils and greases are widely used to reduce friction, limit wear, and protect components in rotating and sliding systems. In many industrial environments, lubrication is treated as a non-negotiable requirement for proper equipment operation.

NEW YORK – Metcar (Metallized Carbon Corporation), a global leader in the manufacture of advanced carbon graphite solutions for severe-environment lubrication, proudly announces its official partnership with America250 as a Programming Partner. This prestigious collaboration aligns with the company’s landmark 80th anniversary, marking eight decades of continuous technological innovation that has propelled critical global industries around the world.

The aerospace industry leaves no margin for error, demanding materials that can withstand high altitudes, high speeds, and extreme temperatures upwards of 1,000 degrees to meet the strict safety requirements of the industry.

Metcar began developing carbon/graphite materials in 1970 and since then has developed hundreds of material grades suitable for use in industries ranging from aerospace to industrial.

Porosity in carbon graphite and graphite materials is inevitable. Despite today's technology and careful production techniques, porosity is a product of the manufacturing process. The binders that are used in the production of carbon graphite and graphite carbonize during the baking operation, outgassing hydrogen and other gasses. These gasses create a network of interconnected porosity as they tunnel their way to the surface.