As a jet fighter squadron commander
LIEUTENANT COLONEL ALBERT J. AMATUZIO had ample opportunity to witness synthetic lubricants in action.These oils are used exclusively in jet engines because of three extraordinary performance characteristics: an ability to reduce friction and wear on engine components, an ability to function dependably at severe temperature extremes and an ability to withstand rigorous and lengthy engine operation without chemical breakdown.
Recognizing that these same benefits would prove invaluable in combustion engines,AlAmatuzio formulated the first synthetic motor oil in the world to meet API service requirements for automobile engines.
The new lubricant performed like no other before it. When the first can of AMSOIL 10W-40 appeared on the market in 1972, it signaled the birth of an entire industry. AMSOIL synthetic lubricants have expanded the boundaries of lubrication science and redefined the performance possibilities of modern machinery and engines.
AMSOIL INC. was founded on Al Amatuzio’s desire for technical innovation, his commitment to high quality and his belief that consumers would respond to a superior product. The company has remained true to these ideals; its history is a checklist of revolutionary products that have withstood the tests of time. As the pioneer corporation in the field of synthetic lubrication, AMSOIL sees its Commitment to Excellence as a historical responsibility, and A.J. Amatuzio’s energy and vision continue to drive the company forward. ...inspired by aerospace technology
AMSOIL 창업자인 AI Amatuzio는 25년간
미공군에서 근무하면서 전투기의 제트엔진을
보호하는 특수 윤활유에 대한 기술을 확보하고
이런 특수 윤활유만이 제트엔진을
여러 가혹한 조건으로부터
보호할수 있다고 확신하였습니다.
또한 자동차트럭 등 다른 내연기관의
성능향상에도 뛰어난 효과를 나타내는것을 확신
1960년대 중반부터 저명한 화학자들을
초빙한 후 집중적인 연구개발을 시작하여
미국 API(American Petroleum Institute)의조건을
충족시키는 세계최초의 합성 엔진오일의
개발에 성공하였습니다.
1960년대 합성오일에 대한 연구개발 시작
1972년 Wisconsin주에서 Amsoil사를 설립하고
최초의 합성오일제품 출시
그 이후 뛰어난 제품 성능을 바탕으로
눈부신 발전을 거듭하여 산업용 합성윤활유,
합성엔진오일, 연료첨가제, 각종 세척제,
각종 필터 등을 중심으로 합성오일을 기반으로 하는
종합화학제품 회사로 성장
1994년 2월 세계적으로 권위 있는 전문지인
Lubrcants world magazine' 으 로 부터
합성엔진오일분야의 선구자로
명예의 전당에 추대