Lube-Tips - Filtration Decisions Can Wreck Engines

View this email in your browser.   In This Issue        » Why Cheap Oil Filters Cost More » A Quick Test for Wear Debris in Oil » Equipment for Handling Oil Drums » Reducing Motor Bearing Failures Why Cheap Oil Filters Cost More Having blind faith in the effectiveness of standard-purchase oil and air filters costs many fleet organizations greatly. The process typically starts with the false sense that all filters are the same and ends with short oil life, lower equipment availability, low fuel economy and high environmental costs. The effects of poor engine filtration are described in this six-step process. Related Topic Pages: oil filters, oil changes, contamination control We Can Help You Predict and Avoid Machine Failure Spectro Inc. specializes in instrumentation for machine and lubricant condition monitoring. The New Spectroil Q100 spectrometer, particle counters, viscometers, Ferrogram makers, FTIR, Infrared and software. Call 978.431.1120 or visit: www.SpectroInc.com A Quick Test for Wear Debris in Oil Sometimes it is necessary to quickly determine if a machine is generating an unusual amount of wear debris. This article outlines a quick method for checking wear debris in oil onsite. Read the article ... Diagnosing Conditions on Electric Motor Bearings Webinar Just because you can't see or hear it, doesn't mean it's not there. Are you confident your motor is properly greased? Do you know if your motor is misaligned? Ultrasound is the most non-intrusive, effective way to test equipment. Download This Webinar Now Equipment for Handling Oil Drums From the book "Lubrication Fundamentals" Mechanical handling equipment is needed for efficient movement of drums into and out of a plant warehouse. Hand- or power- operated forklift trucks or stackers are widely used for this purpose. They offer the advantage of a single handling operation from warehouse storage to the oil house or point of use. A chain block or trolley with a proper drum sling mounted on an I-beam bridge can be used to move drums in and out of storage. This type of equipment does not require the aisle space needed to maneuver a forklift. Mechanical handling equipment is closely regulated by OSHA. A thorough study is required to assure that the system and equipment meet all requirements. Read more about "Lubrication Fundamentals" Lubrication Excellence 2010 Conference Learn lubrication best practices from case studies, workshops and learning sessions in Nashville, Tennessee, August 31-September 2. One of 3 co-located conferences. Registration is now open. Conference.ReliablePlant.com Reducing Motor Bearing Failures Overgreasing rolling element bearings in electric motors is a major reason for bearing failures. This case study outlines some methods one company is using to reduce motor bearing failures. Read the article ... White Papers Oil Analysis Evolved: Spectroil Q100 the Latest in Spectrometers Reliability Starts With Precision Shaft Alignment Noria Training Calendar JUNE 2010 Introduction to Machinery Lubrication and Oil Analysis June 8-10 - Chicago,  IL JULY 2010 Introduction to Machinery Lubrication and Oil Analysis July 27-29 - Seattle, WA Oil Analysis Basics July 13-15 - Louisville, KY AUGUST 2010 Introduction to Machinery Lubrication and Oil Analysis August 10-12 - Columbus, OH Oil Analysis Basics August 10-12 - Portland, OR Reliable Plant 2010 August 31 - September 2 - Nashville, TN Calendar | Courses | Online Training | Certification Explore Our Topic Pages Wear Debris Analysis Oil Flushing Filter Carts Lubrication Programs Oil Oxidation Oil Reclamation Full Topic List     Follow us on twitter   Lube-Tips™ is published by: Noria Corporation, 1328 E. 43rd Ct., Tulsa, OK 74105 USA. (918) 749-1400 Lube-Tips is also published in Spanish. Because results will vary widely based on a number of factors, Noria Corporation cannot warrant the results of any information within this e-mail. ©2010 Noria Corporation » Receive your own subscription to Lube-Tips   » Machinery Lubrication Magazine » Browse Topics » ReliablePlant.com » Book Store » Buyers Guide » Lubrication Glossary   This email was sent to abelkefa.oils@blogger.com by newsletters@noria.com because you signed up for this mailing list. To ensure delivery of emails to your inbox, please add newsletters@noria.com to your address book or safe sender list. If you are having trouble viewing this email, click here. to Unsubscribe to future emails. To Report Abuse click here.   Privacy policy 1328 E 43rd Court Tulsa, OK 74105