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Six Reasons Why Lube Analysis Programs Fail

Presented by: Tim Nelson, Technical Services Manager, Insight Services

The practice of lube analysis has been proven time and again to be an effective approach to reduce maintenance and downtime costs. However many lube analysis programs do not deliver outstanding results. Join Tim Nelson as he explores some of the most common reasons why lube analysis programs fail and what you can do to help ensure yours will succeed. By focusing on the reasons for failure, you will learn how to avoid them and create a world-class lube analysis program. Tim Nelson has more than 30 years experience working in the maintenance and reliability disciplines. Much of his knowledge and experience was gained while managing the Lubrication and Oil Analysis programs for a major chemical plant.

Date: March 10, 2013

Date: July 09, 2013

Date: October 22, 2013



How to Consistently Collect a Representative Sample

Presented by: Tim Nelson, Technical Services Manage, Insight Services

Sampling is the most important part of any lube analysis program and the quality of your samples is vital to the success of your program. Remember if your sampling methods are inconsistent then you will most likely have inconsistent and inaccurate test results. To combat this, consider standardizing your sampling method and training all samplers to properly use the method you choose. Although not a difficult process, pulling an accurate sample free of any outside contaminants, is the number one reason that a sample report is deemed inaccurate. You will walk away from this webinar with a clear understand of why proper oil sampling is important and how to ensure your samples are taken correctly.

Date: January 24, 2013

Date: April 25, 2013

Date: September 17, 2013



Oil Analysis Report Interpretation

Presented by: Dwon Ruffin, Lubrication Analyst, Insight Services

The oil analysis report is a vital tool for a smooth running operation. Going deeper than the report summaries and knowing how to analyze the oil analysis report can help prevent equipment breakdown and unnecessary equipment teardowns. During this educational webinar you will learn from industry expert, Dwon Ruffin, his process for reviewing and analyzing oil analysis reports. Dwon will review some of the most common tests run on industrial equipment and teach you how to read test reports. He will also walk you through marginal and critical reports and teach you how to decipher various alarms. You will walk away with an improved knowledge of oil analysis report interpretation.

Date: January 10, 2013

Date: March 21, 2013

Date: August 20, 2013



Turbine Oil Analysis Report Interpretation

Presented by: Matt McMahon, CLS, Senior Data Analyst, Insight Services

The oil analysis report is a vital tool for a smooth running operation. Going deeper than the report summaries and knowing how to analyze the oil analysis report can help prevent equipment breakdown and unnecessary equipment teardowns. During this educational webinar you will learn from industry expert, Matt McMahon, his process for reviewing and analyzing oil analysis reports. Matt will review some of the most common tests run on industrial equipment and teach you how to read test reports. He will also walk you through marginal and critical reports and teach you how to decipher various alarms. You will walk away with an improved knowledge of oil analysis report interpretation.

Date: February 07, 2013

Date: June 06, 2013

Date: November 07, 2013



How To Outsmart Varnish and Avoid Unexpected Downtime

Presented by: Monika Malcolm, Data Analyst, Insight Services

The lubricating oil in gas turbines and hydraulic systems is increasingly subject to the ravages of varnish. The debilitating effects of varnish are well documented and the complexities associated with detecting varnish potential render routine oil analysis ineffective in reporting varnish. However, there are a number of technologies, although seldom used, which have been successful in reporting incipient varnish potential. In this webinar you will learn what lube oil varnish is and what causes lube oil varnish in your systems. You will also learn about the proper tools to detect varnish potential and how to read varnish potential analysis test results.

Date: May 09, 2013

Date: August 08, 2013

Date: October 10, 2013



New Software Updates Put You In The Driver Seat

Presented by: Angela Rivera-Ritchie, Inside Sales Manager, Insight Services

This webinar will give you a chance to test drive all the new upgrades we've made to DataSight, our web-based reporting application. Updates include a NEW dashboard functionality that gives quick looks at monthly sample activity and problem areas that need attention. You'll also learn how to quickly shift gears from viewing reports to actually graphing trends and analyzing machine conditions and much more. The brief tutorial will show you how your maintenance staff can collaborate and manage all of your oil analysis data in one easy-to-use interface. Attend this webinar and learn how these updates will change the way you manage your oil analysis program, forever.

Date: April 09, 2013

Date: July 25, 2013

Date: November 19, 2013



50 Failure Modes of Lubrication

Presented by: Terry Harris, Reliable Process Solutions

Understanding failures modes of your equipment, processes and individual components in the equipment is a very important function. Every manufacturing or processing plant has rotating equipment that is performing plant functions. When this equipment stops working, our processes cease to perform their designed expectations. The negative impacts are operations downtime, reduced capacity, lower quality, and environmental, health and safety incidents. Learn more about equipment failure modes during this 45 minute webinar presented by Terry Harris, a Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional with more than 26 years experience in the manufacturing/process industry.

Date: May 30, 2013

Date: September 05, 2013



Effective Lubrication Storage Eliminates Failure Modes

Presented by: Terry Harris, Reliable Process Solutions

Developing effective lubrication excellence programs is a giant step toward becoming more reliable and extending equipment life. Efforts to decrease particles in lubricating oils are very effective at reducing component failures in bearings and gears. We do this by establishing a cleanliness level for our lubricants and then filtering our lubricants to that level. A real effort needs to be made up front by designing and installing proper lubrication receiving and storage areas that filter all lubes and keep the stored lubes away from any contaminants and in a controlled environment. Portable lube storage may be an economic option.

Date: February 19, 2013

Date: June 18, 2013



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