Machinery Lubrication March 2004

It is widely accepted that particle contamination reduces the service life of hydraulic components. Fact is, some level of particle contamination is always present in hydraulic fluid, even in new fluid. It contributes to the degradation and oxidation of hydraulic fluid itself, in addition to damaging the equipment where it is used.

I am anxious to learn more about electric motor lubrication in the industrial environment, because very few of the electric motors in automobiles require periodic maintenance. Most have...

Thermography can be used to identify and analyze thermal anomalies for condition monitoring of machines. These thermal anomalies are usually caused by such mechanisms as operation, improper...

Proper lubrication is essential to maintaining the life of your equipment. Grease guns and grease fittings are widely used in today’s industry and offer a simple means to lubricate machinery. The...

The use of gas engines for power generation has become more widespread in recent years. With estimates that up to 30 percent of worldwide electricity demand will be generated from gas by 2020, this...

Are synthetic oils (PAO - Polyalpha olefin and PAG - Polyalkylene glycol) better gear and bearing lubricants than mineral oils? At the heart of the issue is a property we refer to as...

Plain bearings are generally durable and operate for long periods with little or no interruption. However, like all mechanical systems, the bearing conditions periodically degrade. A rigorous...

The various sections of a modern papermaking machine expose about 1,500 different bearings to harsh conditions including water, heat, steam and paper dust. Each section has special lubrication...

The Everett manufacturing complex for Boeing Commercial Aircraft covers 98.3 acres and encloses 472 million cubic feet of space. Included in that manufacturing space are approximately 7,950 pieces...