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Choosing the Right Lubricant Viscosity
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Energy is often wasted due to the misapplication of lubricants. A common problem is mismatching the lubricant viscosity to the machine's requirements. Watch this video to find out what can happen when too much viscosity is added as well as the dangers of applying too much grease and oil.
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When a machine is first put into service, there is a period of time known as the "break-in" period. During this time, the machine creates wear debris as components begin their initial motion. By monitoring wear debris and understanding the forces at play during the break-in period, you can ensure that your machines will have a longer life and experience fewer breakdowns.
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The experience of older employees is a precious resource that doesn’t have to be lost through retirement. Succession planning and workforce training can ensure these employees pass on what they know to those who need it.
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When most people think of preventive maintenance and reliability procedures for a hydraulic system, regularly changing filters and checking the oil level are the only things considered. However, proper reliability checks should be done with the system running under normal operating conditions. These checks are vital for preventing equipment failures and downtime.
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Sometimes there just aren't enough hours in the day. Maybe you work the night shift. Often you can't take time off to complete a needed training. Sound familiar? Our online courses were created for people just like you.
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From manufacturing to farming to wind energy applications, grease guns are one of the most common ways to achieve proper lubrication. Although use of grease guns is widespread, these tools deserve respect and should be used in accordance with the manufacturer's safety guidelines to avoid injury.
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Gears can be among the highest loaded components in any facility. They are used to transfer power to different angles, increase/decrease speed and improve the mechanical advantage of the driving component. While the load transmitted usually is well within the established safety limits, it is possible to load gears higher than what was originally planned.
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Machinery Lubrication: Archive
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