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September 15, 2010

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Rule of Thumb for Selecting Oils
Setting Effective Wear Debris Alarms
Developing Staff for Lubrication Excellence
Lube-Trivia: Why Hydraulic Pumps Whine

Rule of Thumb for Selecting Oils

The pour point is the lowest temperature at which an oil will flow. This property is crucial for oils that must flow at low temperatures. A commonly used rule of thumb when selecting oils is to ensure that the pour point is at least 10°C (20°F) below the lowest anticipated ambient temperature.

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Setting Effective Wear Debris Alarms

Learn an approach to setting wear metal alarms used by commercial oil analysis labs and equipment manufacturers that's easily adapted for setting your own limits.

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Level I Machinery Lubrication Training and Certification
Build a sound foundation for an effective lubrication program with Noria skills training and ICML certification.
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Developing Staff for Lubrication Excellence

When transforming your lubrication program, staffing structure and development are key. This article discusses some challenges you'll face and advice for overcoming them.

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Lube-Trivia: Why Hydraulic Pumps Whine

Test your knowledge and prepare for ICML lubrication and oil analysis certification.

Question: If a hydraulic pump was making a high-pitched whine or rattling noise, what would you suspect?

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