Machinery Lubrication January 2008

According to an article published in the September 2007 issue of Hydraulics and Pneumatics magazine, the average operating pressure of mobile hydraulic equipment will increase to 450 bar by...

How do you know if the right lubricants are being used in your machinery? A lubricant specification survey, often called a lube chart, may have been performed, individual machine maintenance...

Tests have shown that particles as large as 200 microns will pass through a nominally rated 10-micron filter. If someone tries to sell you a filter based on an "excellent" nominal rating of five microns, run away. Be sure that your fitler supplier provides clear information about filtration products that includes a beta rating.

Synthetic lubricants continue to gain market share, thanks to higher performance properties that, for many uses, trump higher per-drum costs. Demand in the United States has grown to $2.2 billion...

This article looks at how microscopic particles contaminate lubricants and damage machinery, and recommends methods to improve lubricant cleanliness.

The gear oils of today aren't what they used to be, and with good reason: The environment in which industrial gears operate has changed, and demands on the lubricant have increased...

Over the past few years, there has been a renewed interest in the industry regarding the proper lubrication methods for grease-lubricated electric motors. This article reviews the results from...

In 2008, Noria celebrates its ten-year anniversary. As part of that celebration, we reflect on the success of its magazines and the inspiration behind Noria Corporation. Noria Corporation is...

Heat effects are the major cause of failure in mechanical face seals used in pumps, mixers, agitators and wherever a rotating shaft passes through the housing of a machine. Improper design,...

Is bigger always better? Not in the case of grease distribution systems. This article explores some of the more common problems with designing grease distribution systems, highlighting several...

Are you a certified MLA, machine lubricant analyst? Or perhaps an MLT, machinery lubrication technician? If so, you have the chance to contribute to the improvement of industry for generations to...