Publisher’s Note

In the last issue we discussed how Sinclair Wyoming Refinery recognized the need to change its current lubrication practices in order to remain profitable and maintain its position as an industry leader. The task seemed daunting at first, but with guidance from Noria Corporation, great strides have been made in a short amount of time. The refinery is now approaching world-class status.

We also learnt about the steps of managing change of a lubrication program, the basic steps involved are assessing, designing, implementing and managing. Many organizations struggle when implementing a lubrication program because they have a partial vision of the program’s scope or because they have no formal change-management plan. However, an effective program administration with a systematic view and an appropriate change-management strategy can help you achieve the goal of lubrication excellence.

In this issue we will be discussing about managing lubricant waste and disposal. Across industry, great emphasis is placed on the handling and application of lubricants from the moment they arrive at a facility to the time they are introduced into service. However, proper handling techniques do not end when the oil has been put into service. Once the life of the oil has been exceeded, you must ensure the lubricant is captured and disposed of both safely and in an environmentally friendly way.

As industry continues to become more eco-friendly, there will be an added emphasis on waste oil disposal and reclamation in the near future. By reviewing your current procedures and implementing some of the ideas in the article, you can put your facility ahead of the curve and realize the benefits of managing your waste oil with a best-practice mentality. As usual we welcome our readers’ comments and suggestions which enable us to provide you with cutting edge articles. So please keep these suggestions/views coming in to help us serve you better.

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Udey Dhir