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Whether it's a budget issue, management buy-in, lack of individuals or just...

Whether it's a budget issue, management buy-in, lack of individuals or just a small company with limited funds, there are ways to establish an effective oil analysis program with minimal startup and operation costs. In this session you'll hear case studies on alternatives to expensive in-house test equipment, good utilization...

This poster helps overcome the common misconception that a bearing is full...

This poster helps overcome the common misconception that a bearing is full when grease starts to come out of the seals. Hang this poster to send a clear message that proper lubrication is important to your organization. Poster Title: Overgreasing Doesn't Pay Poster Subtitle: Too much grease ruptures seals and...

The changes in gas turbine designs coupled with changes in turbine oil...

The changes in gas turbine designs coupled with changes in turbine oil formulations have led to a real and identifiable problem of oil-related turbine trips caused by varnish. Changes in turbine oil asset-management; changes in turbine oil filtration methods and shortened turbine oil drain intervals have become necessary as a...

Develop a comprehensive Motor Management Program and you are well on your...

Develop a comprehensive Motor Management Program and you are well on your way to reducing 50% of the potential equipment failures incurred at any given industrial or manufacturing operation. This paper will help you better understand the importance of sound motor management practices and how they directly relate to overall...

Instructor: Jeremy Wright Course Length: 60 mins License: 1 seat x 365...

Instructor: Jeremy Wright Course Length: 60 mins License: 1 seat x 365 days* Lubrication programs are most effective when key performance indicators are identified, defined, tracked and used as the central reference for prioritizing tasks and maintenance. Jeremy Wright of Noria Corporation describes the most critical lubrication program metrics to...

To reduce costs and improve production, most large manufacturing and process companies...

To reduce costs and improve production, most large manufacturing and process companies that have embraced the Lean Enterprise concept have taken an approach of building all of the systems and infrastructure throughout the organization. The result of this traditional approach has been erratic implementation efforts that often stall-out, or are...

More than 290 flashcards to use as a study aid for preparing...

More than 290 flashcards to use as a study aid for preparing for the ICML Level II Machinery Lubrication Technician (MLTII) exam. Flash cards let you study in small, digestible bits of information and then use repetition to help remember the information. Repetition is one of the most effective forms...

The foaming property of a fluid is one of its basic physical...

The foaming property of a fluid is one of its basic physical properties. Unfortunately, foam can cause serious problems with the life and performance of the fluid and the equipment being protected. Even though foam performance is often a defined specification for a new fluid, it is often ignored on...

For major crime scenes, the amount of resources expended in evidence preservation...

For major crime scenes, the amount of resources expended in evidence preservation is enormous. This is acceptable because there is really no other method available that can reliably produce the required results, and the criminals must be caught. Unfortunately, when an equipment malfunction occurs, many businesses do not conduct such...

Instructor: Wes Cash Course Length: 60 mins License: 1 seat x 365...

Instructor: Wes Cash Course Length: 60 mins License: 1 seat x 365 days* Proper sampling procedures are the foundation of an effective oil analysis program. Without good sampling procedures, time and money are wasted, and incorrect information gleaned from data. Wes Cash describes the best practices for oil sampling that...

This technical paper discusses the oil drain frequencies (drain intervals) for heavy...

This technical paper discusses the oil drain frequencies (drain intervals) for heavy duty diesel engines, transmissions, drive line gears and mobile hydraulics as well as for passenger cars and trucks. The reasons for oil replacement, factors affecting oil drain intervals, oil analysis tests that should be considered, and methods of...

What value is your plant reliability management strategy contributing to your organization?...

What value is your plant reliability management strategy contributing to your organization? How are you communicating that value - both internally and externally? If you're not talking about driving shareholder value and economic value added (EVA), you're missing what reliability truly means for your business and your bottom line. This...

How to Grease a Motor Bearing provides plant personnel an overview of the...

How to Grease a Motor Bearing provides plant personnel an overview of the best practices for lubricating electric motor bearings. Anyone responsible for the maintenance, operation and reliability of electric motors will benefit. Use it to train operators, lubrication technicians, mechanics, electricians and maintenance personnel for years to come. Three main...

There are several factors that can contribute to a successful balancing job;...

There are several factors that can contribute to a successful balancing job; conversely if these factors are overlooked you could be in for a very long day.This paper describes 8 steps to a successful balance job. Author:  Noria CorporationSource:  Reliability World 2007 Conference ProceedingsPages:  6Figures and Illustrations:  10Format:  PDF -...

Expertise to design a holistic analysis program.Oil Analysis III (OA III) is...

Expertise to design a holistic analysis program.Oil Analysis III (OA III) is designed to give managers and reliability professionals the right knowledge to develop and implement a strong oil analysis program. Students will explore the most advanced levels of diagnostics and predictive maintenance and learn the metrics for program implementation...

Instructor: Jeremy Wright Course Length: 60 mins License: 1 seat x 365...

Instructor: Jeremy Wright Course Length: 60 mins License: 1 seat x 365 days* Synthetic or not? The devil is in the details. To get value from synthetic lubricants, you must understand when and where to use them. Some applications may result in improved performance while others may be a waste of...

If you missed some educational sessions at Reliable Plant 2018 or weren't able...

If you missed some educational sessions at Reliable Plant 2018 or weren't able to attend, you can still get the conference proceedings through the Noria Learning Portal. It includes the papers and some presentations from nearly every learning session. The real-world case-studies at Reliable Plant 2018 were chock-full of practical, experience-based information...

The current accepted method for determining fuel dilution in motor oils is...

The current accepted method for determining fuel dilution in motor oils is gas chromatography. Although workable, it is not practical from the standpoint of obtaining timely, real-time data. A dynamic in-line FTIR monitoring system has been designed and used to continuously monitor fuel dilution in an engine test-bed. This FTIR...

Correct and accurate samples are critical to a successful oil analysis program....

Correct and accurate samples are critical to a successful oil analysis program. Without accurate, representative oil samples, oil analysis may just be a waste of time and money. Best Practices for Oil Sampling shows you how to design and implement a world-class oil sampling program that will deliver better results and...

In the last five to ten years, there?s been a fundamental shift...

In the last five to ten years, there?s been a fundamental shift in how companies staff their lubrication programs. Driven in part by the retirement of the baby-boomer generation, companies are starting to examine how they can effectively staff a lubrication department to achieve lubrication best practice. From the classic...

Electro Hydraulic Control (EHC) systems are a critical hydraulic system used in...

Electro Hydraulic Control (EHC) systems are a critical hydraulic system used in many steam turbine applications. Due to the high operating pressures and proximity to hot sections, phosphate ester fluids are often used. Phosphate ester fluids are also used in gas turbine applications and hydraulic systems used in steel and...

This poster reminds everyone that contamination control of lubricated machinery is important....

This poster reminds everyone that contamination control of lubricated machinery is important. When dirt is on the outside of equipment, it can easily get into the lubricant. Use this poster to send a clear message that contamination control and lubricant quality are important to your organization. Poster Title: Keep Our...