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This article outlines a maintenance program focused on four critical areas: lubrication, wear part monitoring, vibration analysis, and housekeeping. ...
Abstract Lubricating grease is widely used in mechanical friction components to provide lubrication and sealing functions. It typically consists of base oil, thickeners, and various additives, many of which introduce metal elements. Additionally, metal particles can enter the grease due to mechanical wear during operation. Analyzing the metal content in lubricating grease helps determine the ...
Cloud-based tracking provides complete carbon accounting, giving producers documented sustainability metrics for green building certifications.Automated maintenance systems contribute to sustainability by preventing equipment failures that lead to batch rejection and material waste. Vibration analysis on mixers and lubrication monitoring on conveyors identify ...
Spectro Scientific, a global leader in oil analysis technology and advanced lubrication management solutions, has launched a new quarterly, industry-focused podcast called The Oil ...
Spectro Scientific is a global leader in oil analysis technology, offering advanced solutions for efficient lubrication management across industries. ...
Use compatible hoses and fittings recommended by the manufacturer. Lubricate Moving Parts Lubricate moving parts such as hydraulic cylinders, pistons, valves, and seals with the appropriate lubricants specified by the manufacturer. Proper lubrication reduces friction, wear, and heat generation, prolonging the lifespan of ...
AMETEK Spectro Scientific’s on-site oil analysis tools have enabled Honda Performance Development to support WTR Andretti and Meyer Shanks ARX-06 race cars to the podium. Honda Performance Development (HPD) faced a formidable challenge during the Rolex 24-hour endurance race in January 2023. ...
Introduction This article reports annual cost savings from several effective lubrication programs using onsite oil analysis. These published case histories cover various industries. These lubrication programs employ the following steps that differentiate effective lubrication programs with excellent cost avoidance from ...
What is a lubricant? A lubricant is defined as a petroleum-derived product used to control and reduce the friction and wear of moving machinery parts (e.g., in engines and turbines). The main purpose of lubricants is to help protect and prolong the lifetime of the ...
A large municipality located in the northwestern United States operates a fleet of over 1,700 vehicles and over 3,000 pieces of motorized equipment which it uses for critical everyday functions. As you can imagine, maintenance on this equipment is expensive with oil changes alone costing in excess of $3 million dollars annually when done at set intervals. The municipality recognized that they ...
The majority of them have similar lubricants, but different lubricants exist depending on the specific application. ...
Gen sets are used for temporary power demands and are often mounted on trailers or transportable skids. Portable, handheld oil analysis tools are now widely available and can be used to extend oil drain intervals and reduce routine costs. ...
Unlike large facilities that typically have on-site central oil analysis labs, smaller, temporary, and backup generation has traditionally depended on preventive, time-based oil maintenance. However, now portable, handheld oil analysis tools are widely available and can be used to extend oil drain intervals and reduce routine costs for these generation assets. ...
The Oil Analysis Fundamentals course provides comprehensive information regarding lubricant analysis and its critical role in increasing machinery life and uptime. ...
All of these condition monitoring solutions have been used for years, and maintenance managers are well-versed in the benefits of predictive maintenance technologies. Why On-site Oil Analysis? Oil analysis has been a widely accepted technology for pulp and paper plants and on-site oil analysis is also widely used. ...
Power generators are familiar with oil analysis and have been using this technique for years to monitor expensive equipment. ...
About five years ago, the City contracted with a testing laboratory for oil analysis and received the test results in about six days. At its peak, the City sent 4.500 samples per year for analysis at a cost of $6 per sample. ...
Join Doug at the Caterpillar SOS Dealer Support Group Conference, booth TBD, for a demonstration of our new Computrac® Vapor Pro® XL and discover how Computrac® moisture analyzers can help improve your lubricant moisture analysis. On display at the show: Computrac® Vapor Pro® XL – Chemical Free Karl Fischer Alternative The ...
Cutters sent oil samples to the Navy Oil Analysis Program (NOAP) or Joint Oil Analysis Program (JOAP) labs, engine manufacturer labs and other local commercial labs. ...
Many important performance data parameters are collected in real time through the many different types of sensors that are connected to the engine in the test cell and oil analysis is an integral part of the research process. Comprehensive real time oil analysis can provide critical information about both engine condition and the condition of the ...