October 2024
featured
Stop Guessing: How to Determine the Right Oil Change Interval
Lubricants encounter negative influences throughout their working life, including load-induced shear stress, thermal...
In This Issue…
Lubrication Metrics That Matter: A Guide to Success
To truly measure the success of your lubrication program, you need to look beyond consumption and focus on key...
Gear Oil: Types, Applications, and Benefits
Gears are used in all aspects of life, from bicycles to tiny watch gears, car transmissions, and even highly...
Innovative Technology to Improve the Efficiency of Heat Transfer Systems
Heat Transfer Systems (HTS), also known as thermal fluid heating systems or hot oil systems, operate by circulating a...
The Great Debate: Does Heat Truly Halve Your Lubricant’s Lifespan?
One of the first theoretical lessons you learn when you dive into the world of lubrication and lubricant analysis is...
Cold Weather Equipment Care: Essential Fluid Testing Steps
As temperatures drop in the winter, the impact on equipment performance can be substantial. In extreme cases, such as...
How Hidden Contaminants Lead to Machine Failures and Downtime
If a machine is to provide service life past its warranty stage, its designer must envision and consider all operating...
Stop Guessing: How to Determine the Right Oil Change Interval
Lubricants encounter negative influences throughout their working life, including load-induced shear stress, thermal...
Downtime Disaster: The Lubricant Mix-Up That Shut Down Production
Lubricants are the lifeblood of machinery, and every decision, from selection, purchase, storage, dispensing, and...
Precision Spotlight with Scott Selting
Welcome to Precision Spotlight, our fresh Q&A series in which we spotlight industry professionals and delve into...
Enhancing Oil Sampling Programs with Targeted Performance Metrics
Developing a robust oil sampling program can be a rewarding effort when these essential foundations are put in place:...
Flash Point Explained: Why It Matters More Than You Think
In my experience, flash point is one of the most misunderstood numbers on a product data sheet. Most people ignore it,...