May 08, 2008
Lubrication Tip
When starting a new oil analysis program the test results can reveal an overwhelming number of problems with the lubricants in your machinery. One key to making progress in correcting your lubrication troubles is to prioritize your remediation efforts.
Start slow and localize your early efforts to one area of your plant. If sample ports, breathers, filtering connections, and sight glass modifications are planned get those started before your sampling program begins and build your routes as the equipment is retrofit.
If nearly all of your equipment seems to be in a critical state according to your sample results prioritize your remediation efforts also. Consider focusing on Chemistry and Wear problems first. Your first work orders are written to change out the sour oil, oil with water contamination and filtering to reduce or eliminate wear debris before filtering just for contamination. Trend wear debris, with other technologies (vibration, ultrasound, and thermography data) to determine which equipment needs inspection repair or replacement.
Build your program in stages starting in your highest priority area and systematically work you way through. Early success builds confidence and enthusiasm
Tip provided by Allied Reliability
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