In Jan 1991, I was appointed a part-time role of Technical Officer to the British Lubricants Federation (as it was then), and, in recognition of having previously contributed various copy for the magazine, one of my duties was to take over the editorship of Lube.
Much of the copy was generated by myself, typing out and then submitting the finished magazine to a local printer, before posting it out to our readers.
At that time the magazine had, I believe, increased to a readership of over 200. It was also during this period that we started to encourage advertising that brought in some welcome additional revenue to the Federation.
I am very proud of what we achieved during my time as editor of Lube Magazine, and was happy to continue as a regular contributor of ‘Lube-Tech’ articles for a number of years after Rod Parker succeeded me as editor of the magazine.
It has been very gratifying to see Lube grow and evolve in the years since into a global magazine. Wishing Lube another successful 30 years.
David Margaroni, Past Technical Officer to the British Lubricants Federation
My initial memories of Lube are of the drive and determination of the previous Editors and colleagues associated with its publishing. In the capacity of Sub Editor, I initially worked alongside Rod Parker, Editor and Christine Abbott, UKLA Secretariat, who, in addition to running UKLA between them, put the magazine together. The strong team spirit, linking arms and pulling together in the same direction, will stay with me forever.
Each Editor has brought something new and left the magazine in a better position than when they first took it on. During my time with Lube, under Rod’s directive, Lube went digital, creating an online
During the interview for a role at Lube magazine, I was told that the lubrication industry was a ‘mature’ industry. I wasn’t convinced. I found the lube lingo to be highly comical.
Jargon such as sweet and sour crude, boundary lubrication, ROGs (reactive organic gases) and pigging made me chuckle, not to mention flashpoints and four-ball tests. The industry may have been mature, but I clearly needed some (re)-refining. The extreme pressure and shear stress of editing Lube magazine caused me to fret, foam and even crack on occasions, determined as I was that Lube magazine hit subscribers’ desks on time. However, thanks to the bright stock in my team, I avoided boiling point and always got to the end point, usually just before dropping point and narrowly avoiding becoming a pour point depressant!
readership – which was part of the Lube Media website. When I took it on, I created Lube Library and the Lube Archive, also I made Lube-Tech digital.
I’d like to wish the new Editor Andrianne, the very best of luck with new developments and ideas. Here’s to the next 30 years for Lube magazine. Happy Birthday!
Suzy Jarman, Past Editor February 2013 - April 2018
Seriously, I had a great year working for Lube magazine. I really enjoyed working with the UKLA and UEIL teams and met some wonderful people at conferences who have now become friends. I love the industry and am fortunate to continue working in it.
The thing that always made me smile was my business card (Editor – Lube Magazine). Handing this out at a party never failed to raise an eyebrow. Congratulations to Lube magazine on your 30th anniversary!
Nicky Thomas, Past Editor May 2017 - May 2018 LUBE MAGAZINE NO.147 OCTOBER 2018 53
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