Machinery Lubrication December 2016

Certain oil analysis tests have been found to be biased by exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light. Discover why caution is required to avoid contact with all but incidental light when handling o…

Your total productive maintenance (TPM) program is no better than the inspection program on which it depends. When inspection improves, so too will TPM and the cascading benefits that result…

In some applications, it is nearly impossible for oil to remain fluid at all ambient temperatures. In these situations, the use of an oil heater is recommended. However, there are several th…

Many industries have their machines running and operating for longer and at higher temperatures than what was previously required. Because of this, it is important than plants are using quality, high temperature lubricants to keep up with the demands. Not only must they operate at high temperatures, but they need to maintain their properties while keeping the system clean and functioning properly.

Although Dr. Nathan Wright has served as the maintenance manager for Continental Building Products for less than a year, he brings 34 years of experience to his job with the world’s largest …

Many oil analysis laboratories are taking the appropriate steps to ensure quality data. The training and certification process of the International Council for Machinery Lubrication’s Labora…

There are major differences between passenger car motor oil (PCMO) and heavy-duty diesel oil, with the primary one being their additive packages. Learn why you do not want to mix up these en…