NLGI Membership Information

Become part of our global network of member organizations, representing 33 countries across 5 continents. Gain access to valuable technical and educational resources while connecting with industry professionals worldwide.

NLGI Membership Rates

MANUFACTURER     $1,885 PER YEAR:

For individuals, partnerships or corporations manufacturing lubricating grease from basic raw materials.


SUPPLIER     

$1,885 PER YEAR:

For individuals, partnerships or corporations engaged in a business allied with or supplementary to the manufacturing of lubricating grease, including laboratories and equipment providers, but not a Manufacturer or Marketer / Distributor of lubricating grease.


MARKETER / DISTRIBUTOR     

$1,885 PER YEAR:

For individuals, partnerships or corporations engaged in the marketing or selling of lubricating grease.


TECHNICAL     

$714 PER YEAR:

For individuals, partnerships or corporations engaged in technical or scientific research, education or consulting and do not fit the definition of Manufacturer, Supplier, Marketer / Distributor or Consumer membership.


CONSUMER     

$714 PER YEAR:

For individuals, partnerships or corporations that are end users only of lubricating grease and/or gear lubricants and do not fit the definition of Manufacturer, Supplier, Marketer / Distributor or Technical membership.


ASSOCIATE     

$1,885 PER YEAR:

For individuals, partnerships or corporations who have an interest in the industry and do not fit in the definition of any other membership category.

Questions? Reach Out!

Jennifer Foreman, Membership Services Manager
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 816-524-2500 x 3

Top Reasons to Join

Valuable Resources

  • HPM Testing Webinar Repository
  • Access to Research Grants, including full reports 
  • The NLGI Spokesman, technical journal exclusive to members
  • The NLGI E-Newsletter ‘NLGI Grease World 
  • Educational and technical resources
  • Cost Savings on multiple member benefits 

Cost Savings on Multiple Member Benefits

  • Complimentary Annual Global Grease Production Survey
    Survey ($2,100 USD cost to non-members)
  • Annual Meeting registration (40% savings)
  • Discounts on NLGI’s four prestigious certification
    marks for your products
  • Technical Articles (1941-present)
  • Advertising opportunities
  • Exhibitor and Sponsorship opportunities
  • Free Employment and Press Release postings on the NLGI website

Increase Your Network

  • Access to the FULL NLGI Membership Directory,
    including contact information
  • Exclusive New Member Listing showcased in our
    technical journal, ‘The NLGI Spokesman
  • Profitable partnerships and networking opportunities
  • Building lasting relationships within the industry

Recognition & Influence

  • Increase your company’s visibility amongst an
    extensive membership community comprised of
    grease industry experts
  • Exclusive sponsorship and advertising opportunities
  • Opportunities to be a host company for the only
    Grease Hands-on Training Course
    provided worldwide