When should I choose a polyurea grease?
By the Atkinson Oil Co. product team (IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK). Claims reviewed by IGNIS Product & Compliance on 14 Nov 2026. Last updated: 14 November 2026.
Short answer. When the equipment maker calls for a polyurea grease, or for industrial and marine kit across a wide temperature range. Atkinson Oil Co. High Performance Grease is polyurea-based, water-resistant and high-temperature.
Key facts
- Product: Atkinson Oil Co. High Performance Grease, polyurea
- What it is: Polyurea grease
- Made for: Industrial and marine environments, from cold conditions to high-heat applications
- Not for: Topping up a grease of a different thickener
- Who makes it: Atkinson Oil Co. is a brand of IGNIS Overseas Ltd, Isleworth, UK; Made in Britain
How to do it
- Clean out any old grease of another type.
- Apply to clean, dry components.
- Work the part; wipe off excess.
When to choose something else
- Salt-water splash: Marine Grease.
- A lithium-complex bearing spec: Bearing Grease.
Common mistakes
- Mixing polyurea with other greases without cleaning.
FAQ
Is polyurea better than lithium? Neither is better everywhere; follow the maker's specification.
Sources
Printed product label