Having a solid grasp of the fundamentals of lubricants and lubrication is at the core of any world-class lubrication program.
Understanding lubricant functions, the differences between common lubricant types, their advantages and disadvantages, and what makes them perform or fail is crucial for all lubrication professionals.
Objectives:
The Importance of Lubrication for Reliable Machinery
Explanation of a Lubricants Functions Including:
Friction Control
Wear Control
Corrosion Control
Temperature Control
Contamination Control
Power Transmission
Descriptions of Friction and Wear
Demonstration of the Three Lubrication Regimes
How Lubricants are Formulated
Important Properties of Base Oils
The Differences Between Mineral and Synthetic Lubricants
Semi-Synthetic Lubricants
Non-toxic and Biodegradable Lubricants
Common Lubricant Additives and Their Functions
Viscosity Defined
Consequences of Lubricant Viscosity that Is Too High or Low
Lubricant Oxidation: Causes and Effects
Anatomy of Grease
Advantages and Disadvantages of Grease Lubrication