HISTORY
THE ORIGINAL STANDARD
American Oil & Supply Company was originally incorporated in 1895 by employees from the lubricants division of John D. Rockefeller's Standard Oil Co. of New Jersey. So when it comes to lubricants, American Oil truly is the original standard.
THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE
The Brooklyn Bridge was the largest suspension bridge in the world when it was built in the late 1890s and the first steel-wire suspension bridge. American Oil developed and supplied an advanced lubricant to protect the cables of the Brooklyn Bridge and we continue to supply it today.
THOMAS EDISON
In the early 1900s, American Oil formed a partnership with Thomas Edison to help market synthetic organic chemicals. This relationship continued for two decades and included vital raw materials for the production of high explosives during World War I. And during World War II, American Oil helped develop and supply PQ Gun Oil to GIs across the globe.
BELL LABS
After the war, American Oil developed the first non-silicone thermal grease for Bell Labs. Later we became one of the pioneers in synthetic lubricants for jet turbine engines and then diversified into hydraulic fluids, compressor fluids and also expanded into the aerospace industry.
MOVING FORWARD
Today we continue to evolve, adapt and innovate to bring you the best products. All at the best price. American Oil is family owned, customer driven and forward thinking. And we look forward to serving you for all of your lubricant needs.