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The Risks of Using EP Additives
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While all oil additives serve a purpose, extreme-pressure (EP) additives in gear oils can be very detrimental and lead to the destruction of copper metals. Watch this video to learn when you should avoid using EP additives, how to know if an oil has these additives, and why it is important to match the oil and the additives to the application.
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Oil is the lifeblood of a machine. By monitoring contaminants and additive health, you can keep this "blood" healthy and minimize the risk of a failure. What are the necessary elements for establishing and maintaining a successful oil analysis program? Consider the eight "rights" of oil analysis.
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Did you know an increase of just 10° C (18° F) cuts an oil's lifespan in half? Looking at it another way, with a slight reduction to your operating temperatures, you could save 50% on your oil budget! Find out how in ML I.
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Although many people think lubricants fail in a linear fashion, performance actually can drop off suddenly and catastrophically. By actively monitoring your lubricant's remaining useful life, you should be aware of the individual additive depletion probabilities and be able to predict the end of their lifespan.
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The right reliability skill set, idea or perspective could spell success for you and your company. Don't miss the chance to discover a potential game-changer at the Reliable Plant Conference & Exhibition in Columbus, Ohio.
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As an essential part of manufacturing equipment and processes, lubricants must be monitored. Through lubricant testing and oil condition monitoring, you can obtain a quality assessment of the lubricants used in your machinery, engines and other systems.
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It is a proven fact that companies lose millions of dollars every day in terms of lost production and maintenance costs due to breakdowns that could have been avoided through better lubrication practices.
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Machinery Lubrication: Archive
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Did you miss an issue? You can flip through our interactive digital editions online
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