Summer Servicing: Why Your Machinery Needs Extra Care in the Heat

When summer hits, everything speeds up—harvest schedules, construction timelines, and machinery workload. But while your business picks up pace, your machinery can start to slow down or wear out faster if it isn't properly serviced. 

At RICO Europe, we know that keeping your equipment running at peak performance starts with timely servicing and high-quality lubricants.

Heat Increases the Pressure

Summer months bring higher operating temperatures for engines, hydraulics, and transmissions. Heat accelerates the breakdown of oil and grease, reducing their ability to lubricate, protect, and cool components effectively.

This leads to increased friction, wear, and the risk of breakdowns right when you need your machines the most.

Why Summer Lubricant Changes Matter

As temperatures climb, oil viscosity can change, especially if it's not designed for high-heat performance. Using the wrong oil—or old, degraded oil—can mean reduced protection for your machinery and higher fuel consumption.

This is where our partnership with EXOL Lubricants makes a real difference. EXOL's high-performance oils are engineered to handle extreme conditions.

Whether you're running tractors through long days in the field or powering excavators on a job site, the right oil will keep your equipment cooler, cleaner, and more efficient.

RICO Europe's Oil Finder: The Right Match Every Time

With so many machine versions and lubricant specifications, choosing the correct oil can be confusing. That’s why we developed our Oil Finder tool.

It gives you instant access to the exact lubricants your equipment needs, covering the full range for plant and agricultural machinery.

No more guesswork. Just search by make and model and get the right product instantly.

Service Now, Save Later

Preventative maintenance always pays off. Servicing your equipment before or during the summer can prevent overheating, mechanical wear, and mid-season failures.

This includes:

• Changing engine and hydraulic oils
• Replacing filters
• Greasing joints and pivots
• Inspecting coolant systems

Downtime in summer costs more. Missed harvest windows, delayed contracts, and emergency repairs are all avoidable with a proactive approach.

Trust the Experts

At RICO Europe, we don’t just supply parts—we help you protect your investments. From filters to lubricants, we deliver top-tier products and support to keep your machinery working harder, longer.

Check out our Oil Finder today and make this summer your most productive yet.