Change over and Oil analysis as a maintenance tool
Performing used oil analysis is a great tool to examine the effectiveness of your oil and the condition of your equipment components. It is used to extend equipment life and evaluate lubricants and filters. In this article we explain the most important factors.
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Lubricant performance in hot weather
Changing seasons may mean changing lubricants as hot weather can impact your lubricant’s life and performance.
How the right lubricants save energy and how to measure effectiveness
As energy costs continue to rise, energy consumption becomes a greater and more immediate concern to every company’s profitability. Electric motors power most plant machinery and energy costs are often the largest expense of operating rotating equipment.
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Oil analysis procedure and guidelines
To garner the most accurate results from an oil analysis, maintenance and production engineers should follow these guidelines for taking oil samples from machinery:
The importance of regular oil analysis
Oil analysis is a routine activity for analyzing oil health, oil contamination and machine wear. It should be a key aspect of any preventive maintenance program.
