Machinery Lubrication January 2023

Featured Article

How to Conduct Machine Inspections and Put Inspection Data to Use

Travis Richardson, Noria Corporation

In today’s world, making data-driven decisions lies at the foundation of a top-tier maintenance program. A good chunk of this data is collected through machine inspection, whether it’s checking oil level in a sight glass or performing a more advanced inspection like measuring bearing friction with ultrasonic tools.

A History of Oil Analysis

Noria Media

The first systemic applications of oil analysis began in the late 1940s. Since that time, oil analysis has grown vastly in complexity and capabilities. In this, the first of our monthly history series, we will look at the inception and rise of oil analysis. Specifically, we will be looking at the development and implementation of elemental spectroscopy, ferrography and infrared spectroscopy.

There is Nothing More Certain Than Change

Jim Fitch

The History and legacy of Machinery Lubrication. What it has accomplished and what the future holds.

Lube Champs | Jerid Jackson, PepsiCo Frito-Lay

In this inaugural section, we highlight Jerid Jackson, CMRP, reliability and asset management sr. manager, at PepsiCo Frito-Lay. At the 2022 Reliable Plant Conference & Exhibition in Orlando, Florida, Jackson presented a session titled, “Having a Proactive Reliability Culture is a Conscious Decision.”

Task-Based Training | Inspecting a Desiccant Breather

Noria Media

Breathers are used to dehumidify incoming air and the headspace of equipment while also restricting the ingression of small particulates. These breathers are pivotal to a healthy machine, but they don’t last forever and can become damaged. Implementing proper inspection techniques can help ensure you have the right breather and that it is operating as intended.

The Perils of Ignoring Low or Fluctuating Oil Levels

Tribology in the Fast Lane | Gear Talk: Episode 14

Vibration: The Cause or Effect of Machine Failure?

Getting Started with In-house Oil Condition Monitoring: An Easy Way to Avoid Equipment Failure