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Our viscosity modifiers are high molecular weight polymers which change the temperature dependence of the viscosity of a liquid lubricant. These polymeric additives reduce mineral oil thinning as temperature increases. Polymers used as viscosity modifiers in oil have three critical attributes: improved viscosity index, enhanced thickening efficiency, and appropriate shear stability.

Liquid viscosity modifiers are used for ease of handling when preparing industrial fluids and lubricants.

Functional Products Inc. offers all the major viscosity modifier chemistries in order to provide the best tool for the job. Using one VM for everything simplifies logistics, but often compromises on performance.