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ContentsNOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2011 • VOL 12, NO. 6 • www.LMTinfo.com

ACHIEVING EFFICIENCIES THROUGH PRACTICES & PRODUCTS

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERIES

FEATURES

8 Certifi cation Matters, Part V (Conclusion): Fluid Conditioning, Key To Equipment Reliability When it comes to the cleanliness of the lubricants in your rotating equipment, you can’t be too vigilant. Ray Thibault, Contributing Editor

14 Lubricants Are Not Commodities: Making The Case For Superior Lubrication What’ll you have: energy savings, maintenance savings and/or improved production? Many sites note the right lubricants let them have it all.

GREASE TIPS16 Bearing Grease Replenishment Intervals In simple terms, here’s what one respected bearing manufacturer has to say about a very basic, but critical, topic. Special to LMT from NSK Corporation

THE CORPORATE REPORT20 Profi les Of Leading Suppliers To Industry

■ Bel-Ray■ HyPro Filtration■ NSK Corporation■ Royal Purple■ Scalewatcher North America, Inc.■ US Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC■ Des-Case Corporation

THE RELIABILITY FILES

DEPARTMENTS 6 From Our Perspective

27 Problem Solvers

29 Classifi ed

29 Supplier Index

30 Lube Starz

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Ken Bannister, Contributing Editor

In today’s world, we expect to be able to step into a car, turn the key and drive virtually non-stop across the country at high speed, with little thought as to the vehicle’s ability to make the

journey. Many of us remember when this wasn’t possible. A few short decades ago, the same excur-sion would have required signifi cant preparatory work, coupled with plenty of automotive TLC throughout the trip!

Similarly, industrial machine design has changed drastically in the past few decades, with the introduction of new materials and electronic “whiz-bang” technology that automatically micro-manages our equipment systems for us. No longer do operators have to constantly adjust and tend their machinery.

The net gain of this design revolution has been more reliable and operator-friendlier equipment. This relief of duty, however, has resulted in the loss of many skilled individuals who used to take care of the equipment’s needs. Ironically, enhanced equip-ment reliability and ease of use could be making us complacent about our approach to maintenance. Consequently, there seem to be just as many unex-pected failures now as in the past. (Have you tried to get your car into the shop lately?)

On a recent trip to England, I was invited to tag along as a guest operator/maintainer on the world’s oldest and largest in situ compound, double-acting, triple-expansion steam engine. My adventure was courtesy of the City of Wigan and Bill Rowland and Mike Presho, who lovingly maintain and operate the awesome, fully restored 19th-century mechanical marvel in their charge. Built at the pinnacle of the industrial revolution to power 1250 carding and spinning machines simultaneously through an elaborate line-shafting system, the 2100 hp steam-producing monster was in service at the Trencherfi eld spinning mill for over 60 continuous years. Because the engine supplied power to every moving piece of equip-ment in the mill, as well as power for a small generator for rudimentary lighting, any failure or

downtime associated with it was catastrophic to the mill and its workforce—which didn’t get paid when the engine lay idle.

These days, although the engine runs in a living museum setting with only the fl ywheel load, it’s still cared for and operated under the same method statement as it was during its production years: “Run like a Religion!”

Amazingly, the mill engine’s effi ciency was 86%, which was maintained throughout its working life through never-ending attentiveness to mechanical alignment and effective lubrication of all moving parts, water cleanliness (water chemistry) and seals (to keep the precious and expensive steam in the engine). Interestingly, much of the lube oil was captured, fi ltered and reused, while all exhausted and unused engine steam was used to pre-heat boiler water—effi ciency at its best!

As it was in the days of steam engines, much of today’s equipment is still predominantly mechan-ical, i.e., using seals, aligned driver/driven compo-nents and lubricated bearings. Thus, when we know that misalignment robs energy and causes premature failure, that a rolling element bearing can still fail in over 50 different ways and that we can predict and prevent virtually all mechanical failures, why have we become so lax about main-tenance and reliability fundamentals?

We really don’t have any excuse. If we want true reliability, availability, throughput and quality, we have to recognize what equipment still needs: That’s to be “Run like a Religion!” Good luck. LMT

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This article is the last in our year-long series on the most

important components of lubrication certifi cation exams

administered by the Society of Tribologists and Lubrica-

tion Engineers (STLE) and the International Council

for Machinery Lubrication (ICM). However, even if you’re not

pursuing certifi cation, having a thorough understanding of fl uid-

conditioning principles is crucial in dealing with rotating equip-

ment. Here, we examine the two most destructive contaminants:

particulates and water.

Particulate contamination It’s been said that 75% of equipment failure in circulated systems is caused by contamination. The major cause of equipment wear is three-body abrasive wear caused by particles—according to some estimates, up to two-thirds of the wear in equipment. And, it’s what you don’t see that causes the major problems. The smallest particle size that can be seen with the naked eye is 40 microns. Unfor-tunately, the most destructive particles are much smaller in size: you just can’t see them.

Ray ThibaultCLS, OMA I, OMA II,

MLT, MLT II, MLA II, MLA III

Contributing Editor

Fluid ConditioningFluid ConditioningFluid ConditioningFluid ConditioningFluid ConditioningFluid Conditioning

Certification Matters:Part V (Conclusion)

When it comes to the cleanliness of the lubricants in

your rotating equipment, you can’t be too vigilant.

Key To Equipment Reliability

In the previous article in this series (September/October 2011 LMT), the topic of “Pneumatics and Compressors” was inadvertently listed as the topic of Part V. The editors regret this error.

Key To Equipment Reliability



In dealing with equipment cleanliness, one must be as proactive as possible. It costs at least 10 times more to remove particles than to keep them from entering a system. The following are some of the ways to be proactive:

n Properly fl ush new equipment to remove any built-in particles that may be present.

n Filter new oil going into hydraulic and turbine systems to a minimum cleanliness standard.

n Minimize outside ingression. ◆ Maintain good practices in dealing with reservoir

openings.◆ Utilize good breathers to minimize solid ingression.◆ Maintain rod seals in linear actuators in hydraulic

systems.n Practice good storage and handling procedures.

◆ Properly store and maintain drums.◆ Utilize proper dispensing containers such as sealed

plastic ones.◆ Utilize off-line fi ltration in large storage tanks to

maintain proper cleanliness.n Conduct training to develop and reinforce the

attitude in lubricators that oil cleanliness is vital to equipment life.

General fi ltration principlesEven if your operations are being proactive in fl uid cleanli-ness, it’s still necessary to have proper fi ltration to achieve targeted cleanliness levels. Outside particulate ingression is usually not totally controlled, and wear metals from opera-tion need to be removed. The most effective fi lters have the following characteristics:

n Synthetic glass or metal with thin fi bersn Graded density with tapered pore constructionn Supported elements

The following are key factors in fi lter selection:

n Cleanliness requiredn System pressure dropn Selection of fi ber type to give desired performancen Bypass or non-bypass fi lter

n Simplex or duplexn Location

◆ Pressure line◆ Return line◆ Off-line

Filter sizing is extremely important. Pressure drop determines the fi lter’s size. The following variables deter-mine pressure drop:

n Filter housing must be sized so fl ow won’t blast through the element and also to ensure that the fi lter functions properly during cold startups, where viscosity can be 3-30 times the operation viscosity.

n Type of media graden Fluid viscosity

◆ Oil type◆ Temperature

n Flow rate

Measuring fi lter performance… Filter performance should be based on the absolute fi lter rating which is determined in a laboratory with the Multi-Pass Filter Performance Test. Dirt in milligrams per liter is introduced in a test fl uid at a constant rate. The fl uid is circulated at a constant or variable rate through a test fi lter. The test concludes when the terminal pressure drop of the fi lter is reached. This is the point when the fi lter manufac-turer designates the fi lter as no longer operable and needing to be changed. The fi ltration effi ciency of the test fi lter is expressed as the fi ltration ratio.

For example, a fi lter with a beta ratio of ß6=200 indicates

that for every 200 particles greater than six microns in size entering the test fi lter one will pass though. Therefore, 199 will be captured. The effi ciency of the fi lter is calculated as ß-1/ß x 100. The effi ciency of a fi lter with a beta ratio of 200 is 99.5%.

What you can’t see causes major problems. The naked eye can’t see particles

under 40 microns in size. The most destructive particles are smaller than that.

Filtration Ratio (Beta Ratio) �ßx=

Number of particles upstream of fi lter greater than µ[c]

Number of particles downstream of fi lter greater than µ[c]



ISO Cleanliness Code…Fluid cleanliness is expressed as a three-number code according to ISO 4406. The code is expressed as all particles > 4µ[c], > 6µ[c] and > 14µ[c]. The numbers are obtained from the ISO 4406 Chart in Table I.

Table I. ISO 4406 Chart

As an example, consider a fl uid where the following particles per milliliter of fl uid were measured:

Find the range number that expresses the number of parti-cles per milliliter. For instance, 7500 particles are found at the range number of 20 where the range is 5000 to 10,000 particles. Notice that for every increase in range number, the number of particles can double. Thus, even a moderate increase in the range number can result in a large introduction of particles.

Target equipment cleanliness code…To extend equipment life, the correct cleanliness must be maintained. Different equipment components require different cleanliness levels. The clearances of the equipment determine the level of cleanliness. For example, a servo valve in a hydraulic system requires cleaner oil than a gear pump. Many tables are available as a guide to equipment cleanliness requirements. For purposes of this article, we use one from from Eaton (Table II).

Utilizing Table II, let’s determine the cleanliness level required for a variable inline axial piston pump operating at a pressure of 3500 psig with a servo valve. The most sensi-tive component in the system determines the cleanliness code selected. The piston pump requires a fl uid cleanliness of 16/14/12 while the servo valve requires a cleanliness of 15/13/10. Thus, the cleanliness required for this hydraulic system is 15/13/10.

Filter location…Filter location placement is a key variable in achieving target cleanliness. Usually a combination of locations is employed. Work with your fi lter manufacturer to determine the optimum combination of fi lter types and location to achieve your desired cleanliness level. Figure 1 (from Pall Filters) illustrates the most common fi lter-placement locations.

≥ 4µ[c] 7500 particles ≥ 6µ[c] 850 particles ≥ 14µ[c] 95 particles

The fl uid cleanliness is expressed as 20/17/14

Up to & including

160,00080,00040,00020,00010,000500025001300640320160804020105

2.51.3

0.64

More than

80,00040,00020,00010,000500025001300640320160804020105

2.51.3

0.640.32

RangeNumber

2423222120191817161514131211109876

Number of particles per ml

2322212019181716151413121110987

40,00020,00010,000500025001300640320160804020105

2.51.30.64

80,00040,00020,00010,000500025001300640320160804020105

2.51.3

Directional (solenoid)Proportional (dir., press., fl ow control)Servo valveFlow control

Roller-bearing systemsJournal bearing (high-speed)Journal bearing (low-speed)General industrial gearboxes

Valves

Bearings

Pressure:

19/17/1416/14/1115/13/1019/17/14

>3000 psi

20/18/1517/15/1216/14/1119/17/14

16/14/1217/15/1318/16/1417/15/13

2000~3000

Fixed gearFixed vaneFixed pistonVariable vaneVariable piston

Pumps Pressure:

20/18/1520/18/1519/17/1518/16/1418/16/14

<2000 psi

18/16/1317/15/13

16/14/12

>3000 psi

19/17/1519/17/1418/16/1417/15/1317/15/13

2000~3000

Table II. Target Cleanliness Codes for Different Equipment (source: Eaton)




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Pressure-line fi lter… n Installed downstream of pump

before the valvesn Provides protection to valves which

are usually most sensitive compo-nents in the system

n Subjected to variable fl ows and pressure cycles

n Operating pressures that can reach450 bar and higher

n Bypass or non-bypass dependent on critical nature of components

n Most expensive fi lter in the systemn Additional pressure-line fi lters

(pilot fi lters) possibly required with sensitive components where fi ner fi ltration is required

Fig. 1. The most common fi lter-placement locations (source: Pall Filters) Continued on page 12

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Return-line filter… n Installed between working components and reservoirn Usually located inside tank or outside spin-mounted

on reservoirn All flow from system collected and directed through the

return filtern Largest and least expensive filter on systemn Must handle maximum system flown Protects system from wear particles and particles ingressed

through retracting piston in cylindersn Ensures clean fluid in reservoirn Usually the only filter for mobile equipment

Off-line filter… n Self-contained system including pump, motor and filtern Main purpose is to keep reservoir fluid cleann Can run 24/7n Easily serviced without disrupting operationn Very fine filter elements can be usedn Help extend useful life of pressure- and return-line filtersn Target cleanliness codes most easily achieved with these

types of filtersn Water-removal elements can be usedn Can be permanent-mount or filter carts

Water contaminationThe second most destructive contaminant—water— is introduced in the system the following ways:

n Humid airn Reservoir and tank condensationn Bearing-housing breathingn Steam leaks on dryersn Heat-exchanger leaksn Leaking pump packing and turbine steam glandsn Rainn Washdowns

Water contamination manifests itself as follows:

n Reduced lubricant effectiveness resulting in increased wearn Corrosion of machine componentsn Premature filter pluggingn Increased oxidation of lubricantn Depletion of oil additivesn Viscosity increase

Small amounts of water can reduce rolling-element bearing life via hydrogen blistering and embrittlement. Aim for 200 ppm or less; close to 100 ppm is better. Journal bearings in turbines should be maintained not to exceed 200 ppm.

The three water forms are dissolved, emulsified and free. Dissolved water usually isn’t a problem, unless the satura-tion point is reached at a lower temperature, resulting in free water which can become emulsified and can only be removed though vacuum dehydration or passing hot air through a special type of filter or system. The most destruc-tive form is emulsified water, which can be removed through centrifuging, coalescing filters and vacuum dehydration. Free water is the easiest to remove: Reservoirs and sumps should be routinely drained of free water, which, if circu-lated, can become emulsified.

The following proactive practices can help prevent water from entering a system:

n Hermetically seal bearing areas, if possible.n Repair rotary steam joints on dryers.n Routinely inspect heat exchangers, steam coils and

packing.n Build shelters to prevent water from falling on

equipment.n Use desiccant breathers on vents in tanks and reservoirs

to reduce condensation..n Train operators on proper use of cleanup hoses.n Keep hatches and covers closed on reservoirs.

The following are ways to remove and minimize effects of water ingression in a system:

n Monitor and drain reservoirs frequently to remove any free water.

n Install vapor extractors on wet reservoirs.n Install centrifuges or filter-coalescers on wet systems

to remove gross water.

ConclusionThis entire five-installment series of articles was designed to help prepare you for the various certification exams through the STLE and ICML. Be aware, though, that “help prepare” is the operative term. Reading this series of articles will be a step in the right direction, but that alone won’t be enough. Much greater preparation—through significant self-study and formal training—will be required to seriously pursue certification. For complete details on STLE and ICML certification, go to: www.stle.org and www.lubecouncil.org. LMT

Ray Thibault is based in Cypress (Houston), TX. An STLE-Certified Lubrication Specialist and Oil Monitoring Analyst, he conducts extensive training for operations around the world. Telephone: (281) 257-1526; email: [email protected].


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Bearing Grease Replenishment Intervals

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Increased operating costs, unplanned downtime and loss of pro-

ductivity can all result from premature bearing failure. Although

such events can occur for a number of reasons, one of the most

common is lubrication failure. Following a proper lubrication

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mance and extend bearing life.


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Lubrication reduces friction and wear by providing an oil coating that adheres to the rolling elements and raceways of bearings that are constantly in contact. The oil fi lm separates the contact surfaces and prevents metal-to-metal contact, which reduces wear. Proper lubrication also helps prevent foreign material from entering the bearing and guards against rust and corrosion.

Grease lubrication scheduleOver time, grease will deteriorate due to physical and chemical degradation. The reduced lubrication properties will negatively impact bearing performance. Efforts must be made to renew the grease through replenishment. Figure 1 refl ects the replenishment time intervals for various bearing types running at different speeds. Charts (1) and (2) in the fi gure are applied based on the use of high-quality lithium soap-mineral oil grease, a maximum bearing temperature of 70 C and a normal load (P/C = 0.1, meaning 10% of the bearing dynamic load rating Cr). Replenishment is ONLY an option if the bearings are not sealed and provisions exist in the equipment for adding grease. Shielded bearings must be re-lubricated carefully. Damage can occur if excessive pressure is used, causing bearing deformation.

Factors affecting replenishment intervalsGrease replenishment time intervals are subject to factors that vary the recommendation—factors that can either extend or diminish the period of acceptable grease perfor-mance. These include:

■ Bearing operating temperature■ Grease type■ Load■ Presence of dust and moisture■ Shock loads and vibration

Bearing operating temperature greatly infl uences lubrica-tion life. As a general rule, if the bearing temperature exceeds 70 C, the replenishment time interval must be reduced by half for every 15 C degree temperature rise of the bearing.

Consider this example of two electric motors: One unit operates indoors in an ambient environment of 25 C, with bearing temperatures of 60 C. The other motor operates outdoors in the Southwest United States in an ambient envi-ronment of 45 C, with bearing temperatures of 100 C. The hotter motor will require re-lubrication four times more often than the fi rst motor to maintain the lubricant. Why four times? The motor running at a higher bearing tempera-ture is 30 C above 70 C, meaning the replenishment interval is cut in half two times (or one quarter of the time).

Grease base oil and thickener types have an impact on how often re-lubrication is necessary. For instance, a ball bearing might use grease with the same lithium soap thickener as referenced on the interval chart (shown below), or it might use a synthetic mineral base oil that can last about twice as long. Other thickeners, such as diurea, polyurea and PTFE, have properties related to operating temperature and resistance to shearing, as well as an ability to release and re-absorb base oil—which can also modify replenishment recommendations.

Fig. 1. Grease replenishment intervals


GREASE TIPS

Load factor is a determinant of lubrication replenish-ment in that it corresponds to the equivalent load (P) on the bearing shown in chart (3) of Fig. 1. The equivalent load at the bearing is determined from the radial and axial loads along with relationships detailed in the manufacturer’s catalog for each bearing. For loads less than or equal to 6% of the bearing dynamic load rating (Cr), the replenishment interval increases by a 1.5 multiplier. As load increases, the load factor drops to less than one, which calls for more frequent lubrication. Should P/C exceed 0.16, it’s advisable to consult the bearing manufacturer.

Environmental factors may reduce recommended replenishment intervals. Elevated vibration levels within the bearing increase the release of base oil, reducing the number of times before oil must be renewed. Dust, dirt or application contaminants such as wood fi bers or metal

shavings can become trapped in the grease and come into contact between the rolling elements and raceways of a bearing. These contaminants break through the oil fi lm, which creates more friction. Ultimately, friction damages the raceways and and reduces grease life. Another impor-tant and common environmental factor is the presence of moisture. It can occur by direct spray, vapor or condensa-tion within the bearing. Depending on the magnitude of water present, the re-lubrication interval can be reduced by half —or more. LMT

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THE CORPORATE REPORT 2011

BEL-RAY


It’s been a long time coming. A package, unique to the lubricants industry, with innovative labeling tech-

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Bel-Ray, the leading specialty lubricants company to the mining, industrial and power-sports markets, launches its new package, label and enhanced product lines for 2012.

According to Bel-Ray Chief Operating Officer Jennifer Liquori, the 2012 launch will include innovation at multiple levels. “The markets we serve have become more discerning and sophisticated, demanding not only highly engineered product technology, but also a package that’s more user-friendly. We are using brand new technology to create our new package, and we are thrilled to be ‘first,’ once again. Last year, we launched our new motorcycle line, with a pull-out spout and multilin-gual packaging, also a first. Now, our mining and industrial products will receive a similar upgrade, with labels that clearly identify the product, its application and grade, all color-coded for ease of selection and use,” said Liquori.

Making the launch even more powerful are upgrades to Bel-Ray’s biodegradable technology and the company’s industry-leading SF100 line of mining lubricants. Brand new motorcycle products for the V-twin market and an all-new Marine line will also make their debut in 2012.

“For more than 40 years, Bel-Ray has been making marine products for the U.S. Navy and the largest

marine-equipment manufacturers in the world,” Liquori says. “We’ve takenour high-performance marine-related formulas and given them a technical facelift. In some cases, we will launch the most high-end, high-performance racing fl uids the market has ever seen, using technology not yet exploited in that market and giving consumers the same Bel-Ray standard we’ve delivered for decades to the motorcycle arena, which, in turn, has delivered champion after champion.”

Located in Farmingdale, NJ, all Bel-Ray products are made in the USA by the fi nest team of professionals in the business. For more than 65 years, Bel-Ray has stood at the forefront of lubrication technology.

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At Hy-Pro Filtration, our objective is to optimize the reliability of hydraulic and lubrication assets to keep

plants operating at peak productivity. Our innovative fi ltration products solve a range of contamination chal-lenges that plague hydraulic and lube systems, including:

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❖Removing water from lube oil— Hy-Pro Vacuum Dehydrators remove all water (including dissolved) to achieve water levels < 30 ppm in lube oil up to ISO VG600. Hy-Pro’s coalesce technology for turbine oil rapidly removes free and emulsifi ed water for water ppm level < 150. The two tech-nologies can be combined for the ulti-mate in turbine-lube-oil purifi cation.

❖Varnish removal—Lube-oil varnish continues to be a major problem for both combustion and steam turbines as Group II base stock oils replace Group I. Hy-Pro manu-factures the proven varnish pre-vention and removal solution: SVR soluble varnish removal.

❖Total phosphate-ester-fl uid main-tenance—Proper care of phosphate ester requires acid remediation, dissolved metal removal, maintaining water < 300 ppm, high-effi ciency fi lter elements and solution-driven strategies to prevent servo-valve fail-ures and premature fl uid replacement. To get it all, make the call to Hy-Pro.

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❖Extending useful phosphate-ester-fl uid life

❖Extending overall useful life of combustion-turbine-oil antioxidants

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In today’s tough economy, NSK offers solutions that help cut costs, increase effi ciency and maxi-

mize uptime. Our comprehensive Asset Improvement Program (AIP) provides world-class engineering and technical support for customers looking to maximize their competi-tive edge.

AIP provides a real opportunity to unlock additional profi tability via improved machine reliability and increased working knowledge. This well-proven Asset Improvement Program combines customers’ knowl-edge of the working environments, cultures, processes and problems within their businesses with NSK’s engineering expertise and innova-tion. Through close working dialogs with our customers, we identify and address the issues that impact their businesses and their bottom lines.

NSK approaches each AIP project with three value-added objectives designed to maximize the productivity and uptime of each and every customer:

#1. Reduced Maintenance CostsNSK specialists review each applica-tion and its working conditions to provide solid recommendations for the most effective bearing option to suit each particular piece of machinery. When the most appro-priate bearings possible are used, customers benefi t from increased bearing life and lowered maintenance and repair costs. Not all bearings are created equal; whether you’re facing high temperatures, contamination issues, vibration or high speeds, the correct bearing choice can signifi -cantly impact the failure rate and maintenance commitment.

#2. Improved Machine ReliabilitySupport from NSK offers customers insight into the effi ciency and reli-ability of their in-use machinery and

processes. NSK offers a variety of review options:

■ Bearing-failure analysis to identify the cause of premature failure

■ Maintenance schedules for achieving optimum results

■ On-site inspections to ensure best-practice techniques are follow-ed in inspection, assembly and strip-down processes

■ Diagnostic and vibration analysis to review specifi c application challenges

#3. Increased Staff KnowledgeAfter providing the correct motion and control product and verifying that the machinery is working at maximum effi ciency, NSK also engages staff in the installation and maintenance procedures required to keep those machines running smoothly. Training courses cover all areas of bearing use and are available in any combination, depending on the particular needs of each customer.

NSK offers hands-on education in:

■ Bearing uses and applications

■ Bearing diagnostics

■ Best practices for the fi tting and removal of bearings

■ Segment-specifi c solutions, includ-ing machine-tool, papermaking, minerals and utilities, primary metals and more

NSK is a key driver of techno-logical advancement in the motion and control industry, investing

signifi cant R&D to create innova-tive, high-performance, products. For example, our Molded-Oil™ Bearings are designed especially for corrosive and dust-contaminated environ-ments. The K1™ Lubrication Unit provides long-term, maintenance-free operation in conditions where grease cannot easily be replenished.

These industry-leading solutions are effectively supported by NSK’s AIP program, designed to help you reduce costs, improve machine reli-ability and increase the working knowledge of your engineering and maintenance personnel. Successful participation in the program can enhance profi tability and improve operational competitiveness.

For more information on the NSK Asset Improvement Program, contact an authorized distributor or visit www.nskamericas.com/aip.

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When I hear this question posed in lubrication training classes, it really drives me crazy. Why?

Let me count the ways… First, the question presumes that

the word “synthetic” is synonymous with a higher level of performance. It’s like asking, “When is it OK to upgrade lubricant quality?” It’s like asking “How good is good enough?” Though well intentioned, it paints far too simplistic a picture, panders to misguided beliefs and obfuscates the more fundamental issue. A better question would be, “When is it appro-priate to upgrade lubricant quality?”

If you believe as I do that a lubricant is a critical reliability component and not a commodity, then you are prob-ably a results-oriented person like me. In my world, lubricant quality only has relevance in respect to how it performs in the equipment it lubricates.

Assuming a correlation between purchase price and performance, the fi nal selection criteria regarding a lubricant upgrade should hinge on whether the lubricant provides value-added performance that exceeds its premium price. It’s that simple. The value can be in the form of extended oil drains, maintenance savings, improved reliability or energy savings.

Synthetic oils may or may not outper-form their mineral oil counterparts, as lubricants derive much of their perfor-mance from their additive chemistry. Don’t get me wrong: I’m a huge propo-nent of formulating with synthetic base oils. But additives contribute in these same areas and provide other much-needed properties unattainable from any base oil. Therefore, a well-formulated mineral oil might often outperform another synthetic oil.

To get the right answer we have to start with the right questions. How about asking, “Why would anyone NOT want to upgrade lubricant quality, if the value of the upgrade greatly

exceeded the lubricant’s premium cost?” If you know the answer to this question, Royal Purple would like to hear from you. Chances are, you’re our kind of people.

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Assuming a correlation

between purchase price and

performance, the fi nal selection

criteria regarding a lubricant

upgrade should hinge on whether

the lubricant provides value-added

performance that exceeds

its premium price.

By Lee Culbertson, President, Royal Purple, Inc.

ROYAL PURPLEWhen is it Appropriate to Use a Synthetic Oil?






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U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC

U.S. Tsubaki Power Trans-mission, LLC is a leading manufacturer and supplier of state-of-the-art power

transmission and motion con-trol products and is a global leader in roller and conveyor chain production. U.S. Tsubaki is the largest global subsidiary of Japan’s Tsubakimoto Chain Company, which was founded in 1917. Today, Tsubaki’s products are marketed in over 70 countries. U.S. Tsubaki’s corporate head-quarters and main distribution warehouse are just outside of Chicago, in Wheeling, IL, and it has full manufacturing facilities in Holyoke, MA, and Sandusky, OH. In addition to this it has service centers strategically located in Los Angeles, CA, Dallas, TX, Atlanta, GA, Philadelphia, PA, Charlotte, NC, and Anoka, MN.

The TSUBAKI name is synonymous with excellence in quality, dependability and customer service. An intense focus on research and development, along with constant modernization of its production facili-ties, are among the key components in Tsubaki’s ability to successfully meet the ever-changing needs of the marketplace. Leveraging its vast, inter-national network of corporate and industrial resources, U.S. Tsubaki offers customers the fi nest power transmis-sion products in the world. According to the company, it is well positioned to meet the challenges of the 21st century and beyond as it strives to be the “Best Value” supplier in the industry.

Tsubaki’s global presence affords the company with unprecedented oppor-tunities to market advanced new prod-ucts and technologies, and to utilize the intellectual assets of what it character-izes as “some of the brightest minds in business and engineering from around the world.” This strength, combined

with its continuous improvement of quality and processes, has U.S. Tsubaki poised for lasting growth now, and well into the future.

U.S. Tsubaki’s industrial group is currently comprised of four business units: the Roller Chain Division, Engi-neering Chain Division, Power Trans-mission Components Division (which includes Sprockets) and the Kabel-Schlepp Cable & Hose Carrier Division.

The Roller Chain Division provides some of the most versatile products on the market. Tsubaki innovations have yielded popular problem solvers such as self-lube Lambda® series chain, corrosion-resistant Neptune® chain, fatigue-resistant Super Chains, and rugged Energy Series™ oilfi eld chains and attachment chains.

U.S. Tsubaki’s Engineering Chain Division offers heavy-duty chains designed specifi cally to meet the demanding needs of a vast array of industries, all designed to prolong wear life under rigorous operating condi-tions. They use various grades of steel, heat-treated to precise specifi cations

and assembled with accurate press-fi ts to withstand the requirements of today’s powerful, high-production equipment.

Tsubaki Sprockets are built from top-grade, heat-treated car-bon steel to offer long wear life, resist abrasion, and with-stand heavy shock loads. Preci-sion manufacturing at their ISO-certifi ed facilities ensures that every U.S. Tsubaki sprocket stands up to critical design speci-fi cations and meets the highest quality standards.

Tsubaki’s Power Transmis-sion Components products inc-lude all Tsubakimoto products other than chain and sprockets. A partial listing includes belts, cam clutches, actuators, dampers, overload protection and reducers.

And in the past year, U.S. Tsubaki Power Transmission, LLC has announced the integration of

KabelSchlepp America into its opera-tions as part of the Tsubakimoto Chain Company’s global acquisition of the German-based Cable & Hose Carrier manufacturer. KabelSchlepp America will now operate as the fourth divi-sion of U.S. Tsubaki and will expand Tsubaki’s presence in the U.S. market by adding cable & hose carrier systems to its already extensive product lineup.

Tsubaki is an ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14000 registered company.

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from top-grade, heat-treated car-bon steel to offer long wear life, resist abrasion, and with-stand heavy shock loads. Preci-sion manufacturing at their ISO-certifi ed facilities ensures that every U.S. Tsubaki sprocket stands up to critical design speci-fi cations and meets the highest quality standards.

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Bel-Ray notes its series of Molylube Special Gear Oils is specially compounded with colloidal molybdenum disulfi de to provide superior high-

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Punch-Packing Gear Lubricants

Chevron’s Meropa® gear lubricants are designed for a wide range of industrial applications. The manufacturer points to special additives that not

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Metalworking Oil Mist And Smoke Cleanup

Royal Filtermist units from Royal Products have been collecting

oil mist and smoke gener-ated by metalworking machinery for 30 years. The latest offering, the Filtermist FX-Series, is the product of extensive computer-aided mod-eling and laboratory testing. Still based on the principle of centrifugal impaction, this lineup is available in four sizes ranging from 275 - 1200 cfm. Their fl exible design allows these products to be mounted directly to the top of a machine tool, on a stand or suspended from a ceiling. The manufacturer says maintenance and operating costs are minimal.

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Castrol’s Molub-Alloy range of mineral-based extreme pressure gear oils is recommended for spur,

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