Edition Archive
March – April, 2024
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Bridging the Gaps with Used Oil Analysis and NDT Technologies
Explore the power of combining used oil analysis with vibration monitoring, infrared thermography, and ultrasonics for comprehensive machine health assessments and predictive maintenance.
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Unlock lubrication's future in India's EV era. Experts share insights on proper lubrication for equipment performance, proactive maintenance strategies, oil analysis, contamination prevention & clean lubricant implementa
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Is Liquid Sandpaper Lurking in Your Machine?
Unveil expert strategies to combat "liquid sandpaper" - the destructive force of microscopic particles in lubricants. Explore contamination prevention, removal techniques, and proactive maintenance approaches.
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Bridging the Gaps with Used Oil Analysis and NDT Technologies
Explore the power of combining used oil analysis with vibration monitoring, infrared thermography, and ultrasonics for comprehensive machine health assessments and predictive maintenance.
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ASTM Enhancements to Microscopic Particle Identification and Documentation
Explore the evolution of wear particle analysis, from microscopic inspection to digital imaging techniques, and ASTM's role in standardizing particle characterization for effective machine condition monitoring.
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4 Key Elements for Interpreting an Oil Analysis Report
Gain insights into common misconceptions when interpreting oil analysis reports, including understanding ppm scales, elemental analysis methods, sources of wear metals like copper, and stabilization of wear levels.
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Top Leadership Focuses for Improved Reliability and Cost Reduction
Discover the key elements for successful reliability improvement initiatives - focusing on preventing failures and executing high-quality repairs quickly. Avoid common pitfalls through clear goals and effective implement
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Task-Based Training | Inspecting a Single-Point Lubricator
Explore the importance of inspecting single-point lubricators for ensuring proper lubrication, detecting issues, monitoring lubricant quality, and maximizing equipment reliability and cost-effectiveness.
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Lubricant Contamination Prevention and Mitigation: A Guide for Maintenance Professionals
Discover strategies to prevent, mitigate and manage lubricant contamination across various applications and environments, ensuring optimal equipment performance, reliability and cost savings.
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Lubrication Contamination Prevention
Discover proactive strategies for preventing lubricant contamination from procurement to application, including proper storage, handling, distribution, and maintaining a contamination-free environment.
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Why Scheduled Oil Changes Aren’t Enough to Mitigate Lubricant Contamination
Discover why scheduled oil changes alone aren't enough to combat lubricant contamination's costly impacts. Explore the advantages of oil analysis for proactive monitoring and maximizing equipment reliability.
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Engineering Reports Should Be Like Bad Movies
Engineers! Learn how to write clear, concise engineering reports that managers will love. Stop burying the lede and get to the point!
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Maintain? Repair? Replace?
Optimize asset interventions! ️ Learn how to model risk, plan maintenance & choose the best strategy to maximize value of your assets.
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The Secrets for Implementing a Clean Lubricant Program
Lubrication problems costing you? Learn how proper lubrication & cleanliness can INCREASE reliability & REDUCE costs by 40X! Get the secrets to a clean lubrication program & eliminate equipment failures!
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RIL to Invest Rs. 5,000 Crore in Compressed Biogas Plants (CBG)
Reliance Industries goes big on biogas! Investing over ₹5,000 crore to build 50+ compressed biogas plants in 2 years. #RIL #biogas #renewableenergy
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BPCL to Set Up First-Ever Green Hydrogen Plant in an Indian Airport
First ever green hydrogen plant for an Indian airport! BPCL to build a 1MW plant at Cochin International Airport to power vehicles. #greenhydrogen #India
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Castrol Power1 Collaborates With MTV For India's Ultimate Motostar to Promote Motorsport Talents
Castrol & MTV team up for "Ultimate MotoStar" - a nationwide hunt for India's next racing champion. Win a chance to train in Europe! #motorsports #India
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