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Varnish in your hydraulic system? It could be a bigger problem than you realize
You must keep your hydraulic system clean of varnish or pay the consequences.
Post Date: 08/18/2008
Author: Rob Profilet

Oil analysis is part of any good proactive maintenance program
What you find can indicate the health of your equipment. Using these tips as part of your proactive maintenance program will enhance your equipment's performance and boost productivity.
Post Date: 05/20/2008
Author: George B. Mullins

Make money managing fluid analysis
Managing effective fluid analysis yields a return on your investment.
Post Date: 04/01/2008
Author: Mark Minges

Have a world-class lubrication system with these 9 tips
Nine tips for making your automated lubrication system world-class.
Post Date: 02/13/2008
Author: Scotty Lippert

Dirt analysis case study: Gear box

Post Date: 08/01/2007
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Analyzing lubricant particles helps zero in on root causes
Automated scanning electron microscopy of particles in lubricants can help you zero in on root causes.
Post Date: 07/30/2007
Author: William R. Herguth and Guy Nadeau

What Works: Extruder lubricant upgrades solve throughput and motor load problems
Extruder lubricant upgrades allow higher throughput and reduces motor loads.
Post Date: 05/24/2007
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What Works: Electric provider uses lubricant analysis for quick problem response
Learn about the predictive maintenance initiative an electric power provider undertook and the results from lubrication analysis.
Post Date: 02/07/2007
Author:

Lubrication can significantly improve reliability
In our first installment of this article, we discussed the challenges of improving production reliability, the effect that lubricants have on the process, and lubrication best practices that promote defect-free operations. In this installment, we’ll continue discussing defect elimination in the manufacturing ...
Post Date: 05/11/2006
Author: R. Eric Bevevino, CLS, CMRP

The end of the oil change?
In this month's Technology Toolbox, Shiela Kennedy writes that nanotechnology-based liquid and solid lubricants may last forever.
Post Date: 01/26/2006
Author: Sheila Kennedy, managing director of Additive Communications

Exterminate lube problems
Grease and oil expertise can be a serious competitive edge.
Post Date: 11/21/2005
Author: Ricky Smith, CMRP, Contributing Editor

Learning effective lubricant management
Many manufacturers have yet to comprehend that managing lubrication effectively and proactively can improve production reliability. U.S. companies lose an estimated $4 billion annually by not adhering to a proactive lubrication maintenance approach and responding to ensuing lubrication-related failures.
Post Date: 08/18/2005
Author: R. Eric Bevevino, CLS

Viscosity changes in oil can raise major red flags
Viscosity measurement is generally considered key to an effective oil monitoring and conditioning program. Changes in the viscosity of oil used in machinery can signal a number of problems -- oxidation, contamination and thermal degradation -- altering lubricant performance.
Post Date: 07/05/2005
Author: Kerem Durdag

Want a simple way to improve equipment uptime? Try proactive lubrication
It's a slick, simple, cost-effective way to increase equipment uptime.
Post Date: 06/06/2005
Author: Sheila Kennedy

Readers' Choice: Reliable, durable, low-maintenance products
Your peers offer some of the best information on how to best run your plant. Plant Services has asked your peers what are the best brands and products that you can rely on to give the best combination of performance, durability, low maintenance and reasonable cost. The result is our 2005 Readers' Choice Awards.
Post Date: 03/04/2005
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Manage your lubricants for longer machine life
It is important to keep a close eye on your machinery and the lubrication it needs to effectively run. Here's the cradle-to-grave information you'll need for effective lube life-cycle management.
Post Date: 02/16/2005
Author: Drew D. Troyer and Sabrin Gebarin

You can have a world-class lubrication team
Management support and training eliminate 50 years of inefficient lubrication practices
Post Date: 11/17/2004
Author: Scotty Lippert and Randal Smith

Hydraulic oil: Beyond price per gallon
Hydraulic systems are considered vital components in most every manufacturing process. Unfortunately, because these systems work so hard, they’re susceptible to problems that can lead to equipment failure.
Post Date: 09/20/2004
Author: Michael Holloway

Correct blockages in your series progressive lubrication systems

Post Date: 05/21/2004
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Get the right lubricant to the right places at the right time
The top trend in lubrication is making money by doing it right
Post Date: 03/18/2004
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