| ‘Control the lubricant, control the process’ | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Make sure you connect all the dots when designing a lubrication system. | |
| The Mysterious World of Lubricant Additives | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This handy primer is your guide to these multifunctional and all-important chemicals. | |
| Building a Reliability Centered Lubricant Program | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | A well-defined strategy should reflect both operational and maintenance objectives. | |
| BEST PRACTICES: Managing a Lubricant Changeover | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Start small, control product compatibility and establish a timeline with proper documentation. | |
| In Search Of: The Perfect Biodegradable Lubricant | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | The perfect biodegradable lubricant would be eco-non-toxic, biodegrade quickly and into non-damaging components, perform acceptable and cost-effectively, and be capable of sustainable large-scale production. | |
| Maximizing the Impact of Lubricant Analysis Reports | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Get through to senior managers by choosing a format that emphasizes costs, not technology. | |
| Best Practices - Basic Lubricant Identification in the Field | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This step-by-step plan reduces the chances of mixing incompatible products. | |
| Using Oil Analysis Data to Make Lubricant Upgrades | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This case study shows how developing high-performance products for multiple applications can offer superior economic value. | |
| Lubricant Additives: What Degree are They Removed by Filtration Systems? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Several factors indicate that additive removal by filters is nonexistent in properly maintained lubricant systems. Concern has been raised in the lubricant industry on an anecdotal basis that filters may remove additives from lubricants. | |
| GHS: New Challenges for the Lubricant and Metalworking Fluids Industries | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Complying with health and safety regulations has presented enormous challenges for the lubricants industry such as preparing material-safety data sheets, product labels and answering questions about specific concerns from end-users. | |
| Strategic Oil Analysis: Time-Dependent Alarms For Extended Lubricant Lifecycles | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Time-dependent alarms reveal the actual rate of wear per unit of time. The unit of time could be replaced with other incremental units, including production values, miles or operating cycles. As time intervals per oil change increase, the rate of top-up v...view more Time-dependent alarms reveal the actual rate of wear per unit of time. The unit of time could be replaced with other incremental units, including production values, miles or operating cycles. As time intervals per oil change increase, the rate of top-up volume should be factored to reflect dilution effects. view less | |
| What are the Most Common Mistakes People Make When Selecting the Wrong Lubricant or Additive Package? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This article is about the most common mistakes people make when selecting the wrong lubricant or additive package. | |
| Base Oils: Manufacture, Properties, Performance and Applications | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | How to select the correct base oil before formulating a lubricant. | |
| Compatibility of Seals with Oils and Greases | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Choosing the correct lubricant is critical to preventing leakage and machinery failure. | |
| The Advantages of Perfluorinated Polyethers | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Their unique attributes make them the lubricant of choice for many demanding applications. | |
| What’s Ahead for Marine Deck Greases? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | The lubricant industry braces for another round of regulations affecting these unique substances. | |
| Metathesis Powers Marketability of Biobased Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Lubricant researchers need new tools that provide high viscosity index, low volatility, low-temperature fluidity, high-temperature performance and good oxidative stability for today’s demanding lubricant needs. Experts think that metathesis-processed rene...view more Lubricant researchers need new tools that provide high viscosity index, low volatility, low-temperature fluidity, high-temperature performance and good oxidative stability for today’s demanding lubricant needs. Experts think that metathesis-processed renewable oils will be the key to producing high-performance, biobased base oils and additives. view less | |
| Trends in Industrial Gear Oils | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Today’s machines are smaller, hotter and overloaded—making proper lubricant selection even more critical. | |
| What Are Employers Looking For? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | 47 lubricant-industry hiring managers reveal the qualities that matter most when evaluating job candidates. | |
| Lubrication Fundamentals: A 28-Year-Old Government Report Still Has Lessons For Those Who Wish To Hear | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This article is about an ECUT report in 1983 and why it is important to lubricant fundamentals. | |
| Use of ASTM Tests in the Evaluation and Selection of Industrial Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Review the various testing methods and their correlation to field performance before deciding which lubricant to use. | |
| Fuel Economy: The Role of Friction Modifiers and VI Improvers | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | These two additives are helping lubricant suppliers improve fuel economy and comply with new engine oil specifications. | |
| Are You Prepared for GHS? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Lubricant companies should act now to comply with the uniform standard for providing regulatory health and safety information. | |
| Hot Topics in Metalworking Fluids | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Our expert panel talks about the latest product and regulatory challenges impacting the metalworking fluid and lubricant industries. | |
| 20 Minutes with...Kevin Harrington | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | ExxonMobil Chemical’s global alliance manager for synthetic fluids and lubricant basestocks discusses the challenges of developing new industrial lubricants. | |
| What is 'Green?' | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Working without a commonly agreed upon definition, lubricant manufacturers are creating products to protect both the environment and machinery. | |
| 20 Minutes With... Dr. Susan Gardner | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Klüber Lubrication North America’s regional R&D chemist discusses strategies that companies can employ to successfully develop and market lubricant products. | |
| Strategic Oil Analysis: Onsite Practices Using Sensory Inspection | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Sensory inspection is the evaluation of machine lubricant conditions using visual, audible, olfactory and tactile observations. Inspections should be conducted both at the machine sump and at a worktable with a collected sample. | |
| 10 Trends Shaping Tomorrow's Tribology | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Issues like rising equipment temperatures, increased demands on fluid life and a rapidly changing feedstock landscape raise the question as to whether today’s lubricant technology will be able to satisfy future applications—whether technology can keep pac...view more Issues like rising equipment temperatures, increased demands on fluid life and a rapidly changing feedstock landscape raise the question as to whether today’s lubricant technology will be able to satisfy future applications—whether technology can keep pace with new realities. view less | |
| How Basestocks and Additives Are Improving Energy Efficiency | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Lubricants have been helping vehicle fuel efficiency since CAFE standards were enacted in 1975. The amount of energy manufacturers can save using high-quality lubricants is significant. Cost and lubricant performance are still priorities if you are to pro...view more Lubricants have been helping vehicle fuel efficiency since CAFE standards were enacted in 1975. The amount of energy manufacturers can save using high-quality lubricants is significant. Cost and lubricant performance are still priorities if you are to provide value to your customers. view less | |
| Basics Of Lubrication | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | From practical experience, we know that adding a lubricant to a solid-solid contact will significantly reduce friction. The reduced friction leads to less wear, heat generation and energy loss – all of which reduce operation costs and downtime. How lubric...view more From practical experience, we know that adding a lubricant to a solid-solid contact will significantly reduce friction. The reduced friction leads to less wear, heat generation and energy loss – all of which reduce operation costs and downtime. How lubricants provide these benefits will be explored in this course. view less | |
| What Attributes Make a New Technology a “Game Changer?” | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | When we asked our readers about the most important game-changers to impact the lubricant marketplace in the last 50 years, synthetic basestocks, additives, nanotribology and VI improvers topped the list. Asked about future game-changers, a majority of rea...view more When we asked our readers about the most important game-changers to impact the lubricant marketplace in the last 50 years, synthetic basestocks, additives, nanotribology and VI improvers topped the list. Asked about future game-changers, a majority of readers said they’d come equally from basestocks and additives. view less | |
| Friction Science And Technology: From Concepts To Application | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | From the history of friction studies to the evolution of measurement instruments, Friction Science and Technology provides a broad, multidisciplinary overview of the field. Expanded coverage in this edition includes the effects of engine-conditioning on lubricant...view more From the history of friction studies to the evolution of measurement instruments, Friction Science and Technology provides a broad, multidisciplinary overview of the field. Expanded coverage in this edition includes the effects of engine-conditioning on lubricant frictional characteristics and the role of friction in automotive and truck brakes, including brake testing methods, and the friction of hip and knee implant materials. view less | |
| Effect of Lubrication Forces on Fluid Collisions: New Research Determines Quantitatively How Fluid Mixing Can Lead From Noncoalescence to Coalescence | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | At some point in time we have all mixed two fluids together, whether in preparing a lubricant blend with basestocks of different viscosities or even mixing blue with red paint in an effort to get the right shade of purple. In a production facility, a vari...view more At some point in time we have all mixed two fluids together, whether in preparing a lubricant blend with basestocks of different viscosities or even mixing blue with red paint in an effort to get the right shade of purple. In a production facility, a variety of mixing equipment is available ranging from stirring bars in the laboratory to mixing vessels containing various types of agitators. view less | |
| Basics Of Friction | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | When two surfaces, round or flat, are in contact and one is moving, we recognize that friction is preventing smooth and easy movement, that we may wish to squirt a bit of lubricant onto one surface to reduce the friction, and that one or both surfaces may...view more When two surfaces, round or flat, are in contact and one is moving, we recognize that friction is preventing smooth and easy movement, that we may wish to squirt a bit of lubricant onto one surface to reduce the friction, and that one or both surfaces may show wear tracks after some time has passed. When engineers change the design of a shaft and bearing, the friction may be reduced and the bearing may show less wear. view less | |
| Handbook Of Lubrication And Tribology: Volume 1 | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Focused on the use of lubricants in a variety of end-use applications, the second edition of the Handbook of Lubrication and Tribology: Volume 1: Application and Maintenance continues to be a cutting-edge contribution to the fields of industrial lubricati...view more Focused on the use of lubricants in a variety of end-use applications, the second edition of the Handbook of Lubrication and Tribology: Volume 1: Application and Maintenance continues to be a cutting-edge contribution to the fields of industrial lubrication and tribology. This edition addresses the latest technology related to testing and maintenance procedures, as well as changes in our understanding of how lubrication principles impact implementation. view less | |
| Contractor-Based Lubrication Programs | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Popular in other countries, lubrication outsourcing could find its way to North America as a turnkey solution to precision machine lubrication. | |
| Optimizing Lubrication Effectiveness | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This article is about optimizing lubrication effectiveness. | |
| Storing Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Proper storage and handling helps lubricants last longer. | |
| Lubrication Fundamentals: Old Meets New at International Joint Tribology Conference | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Researchers are unraveling the secrets of materials and processes that have long stumped the lubricants industry. | |
| A New Class of Solid Lubricants for Bearings | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | By acting like a sophisticated, oil-soaked sponge, MPLs hold, dispense and reabsorb lubricants during operation. | |
| High-Performance Lubricants: Cost Vs. Performance | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Lubricants can be categorized as either conventional, high-performance or specialty products. High-performance lubricants offer the end-user the hope of lower total maintenance and/or energy costs. Business management should look to reduce the total cost ...view more Lubricants can be categorized as either conventional, high-performance or specialty products. High-performance lubricants offer the end-user the hope of lower total maintenance and/or energy costs. Business management should look to reduce the total cost of operations or else the value derived from improved performance will be lost in the debate over product price. view less | |
| STLE Expands Presence in China Market | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Bridging the lubricants gap between East and West. | |
| Sounding Board: What are the Key Benefits from the Ongoing Development and Application of Biobased Lubricants? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Performance is the No. 1 issue that will determine whether the marketplace sees increased use of biobased lubricants, according to TLT readers. While nearly everyone agrees that biobased lubricants offer greater environmental benefits, particularly in out...view more Performance is the No. 1 issue that will determine whether the marketplace sees increased use of biobased lubricants, according to TLT readers. While nearly everyone agrees that biobased lubricants offer greater environmental benefits, particularly in outdoor applications and where spills are involved, many say cost and performance issues remain barriers to their expansion. view less | |
| Lubrication And Maintenance Of Industrial Machinery: Best Practice | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Certain to become an industry standard, this volume shows how lubrication maintenance fits into an overall proactive maintenance program. Edited by two of the most respected names in the field and written by leading industry experts, each chapter discusse...view more Certain to become an industry standard, this volume shows how lubrication maintenance fits into an overall proactive maintenance program. Edited by two of the most respected names in the field and written by leading industry experts, each chapter discusses an important aspect of lubrication, including deterioration, test methods, cleanliness, failure analysis, scheduling, handling and storage, conservation, and used oil recycling. view less | |
| Basics Of Rheology | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Viscosity is the resistance to flow of a fluid, in our case, a lubricating oil. | |
| Emulsifiers 101: Who Says Oil and Water Don’t Mix? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | How balancing cooling and lubricity can improve the efficiency of your machinery. | |
| Lubrication Technology and Management: The Next 10 Years | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Reprinted with permission in the February 2011 issue of TLT, the official monthly magazine of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers, a not-for-profit professional society headquartered in Park Ridge, Ill. | |
| Viscosity Index Improvers | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | These enablers of lubrication operations do their jobs across a wide range of temperatures and applications. | |
| Polyalkylene Glycols: Present and Future Applications | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | 60 years after their introduction, these unique lubricants are being used in new applications. | |
| 20 Minutes with…Dr. Martin Webster | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This ExxonMobil researcher and his team are using the latest technology to develop next-generation lubricants. | |
| Tiny Bubbles: Fluid Aeration | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Entrained air can shorten a lubricant’s life. These steps will help protect your machinery. | |
| CLS at 20 | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | CERTIFIED LUBRICATION SPECIALIST™—the highly successful STLE program better known simply as CLS™—has grown and flourished over the years. Now, 20 years after it was first launched in 1993, it remains the standard of excellence for those who practice the a...view more CERTIFIED LUBRICATION SPECIALIST™—the highly successful STLE program better known simply as CLS™—has grown and flourished over the years. Now, 20 years after it was first launched in 1993, it remains the standard of excellence for those who practice the art of lubrication engineering. view less | |
| This Exxonmobil Researcher Offers His Thoughts on How Improving Energy Efficiencies are Impacting the Lubricants Industry | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Reprinted with permission in the February 2011 issue of TLT, the official monthly magazine of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers, a not-for-profit professional society headquartered in Park Ridge, Ill. | |
| STLE Certification: What Does It Mean? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | In a word—trust. You can trust that a STLE-certified individual is qualified to handle your lubrication program. | |
| A Little Dab Will Do Ya | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | One of lubrication’s unsung heroes, grease is a powerful and versatile performer that makes all our lives better. | |
| Truck Fleets Reach Natural Gas Tipping Point | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Diesel is quickly being displaced as the fleet fuel of choice— and that means new rules for lubricants and fluid analysis. | |
| Basestock Evolution | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Demanding lubrication performance, previously only possible with PAOs, is now achievable with cutting-edge Group II and Group III basestock. Also, as technology advances, basestock alone (without additives) is becoming increasingly capable of satisfying t...view more Demanding lubrication performance, previously only possible with PAOs, is now achievable with cutting-edge Group II and Group III basestock. Also, as technology advances, basestock alone (without additives) is becoming increasingly capable of satisfying the basic functions of lubricating oils such as reducing friction and wear, inhibiting rust and corrosion and removing/reducing contaminants. view less | |
| 20 Minutes with...Dr. Don Smolenski | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This Evonik manager (and self-described car nut) discusses lubrication’s changing role in conserving resources in transportation and industrial applications. | |
| The Unvarnished Truth About Varnish | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Nothing good can come of this hard lacquer-like material once it invades lubrication systems. But there is hope for mitigation as well as prevention. | |
| 20 Minutes with... Capt. Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This mechanical engineer turned astronaut lubricated a balky mechanism on the International Space Station—while spacewalking 250 miles above Earth. | |
| 20 Minutes with...Capt. Heidemarie Stefanyshyn-Piper | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This mechanical engineer turned astronaut lubricated a balky mechanism on the International Space Station—while spacewalking 250 miles above Earth. | |
| 20 Minutes with…Raymond Thibault | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This former high-school chemistry teacher is now a world-renowned instructor providing lubrication-training opportunities for industry professionals and end-users. | |
| Monitoring Metalworking Fluids | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Reprinted with permission from TLT, the official monthly magazine of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers, a not-for-profit professional society headquartered in Park Ridge, Ill. | |
| On-the-Horizon Lubricants Just Might Be the Best Solution to the High Loads and Extreme Conditions that Cause Early Failures | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Wind turbine gearboxes are designed to last for 20 years but are beginning to fail within seven. The cause of these failures is mainly extreme internal and external operating conditions. New lubricants could potentially reduce the damage and prolong gearb...view more Wind turbine gearboxes are designed to last for 20 years but are beginning to fail within seven. The cause of these failures is mainly extreme internal and external operating conditions. New lubricants could potentially reduce the damage and prolong gearbox life. view less | |
| Developments with Bio-Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Developments with Bio-Lubricants is a column about how the USDA’s BioPreferred program is promoting the use and manufacturing of bio-based products. According to the USDA, the use of biobased products will reduce U.S. reliance on petroleum, increase the u...view more Developments with Bio-Lubricants is a column about how the USDA’s BioPreferred program is promoting the use and manufacturing of bio-based products. According to the USDA, the use of biobased products will reduce U.S. reliance on petroleum, increase the use of renewable agriculture resources, and potentially contribute to reducing adverse environmental and health impacts. view less | |
| MWF Heat Treatment: Options For A Critical Process | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This article is reprinted with permission from TLT, the official monthly magazine of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers, a not-for-profit professional society headquartered in Park Ridge, Ill. | |
| Tier 4 Engines: Setting a New Standard | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Reprinted with permission in the February 2011 issue of TLT, the official monthly magazine of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers, a not-for-profit professional society headquartered in Park Ridge, Ill. | |
| What’s So New About a New Product? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Reprinted with permission in the February 2011 issue of TLT, the official monthly magazine of the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers, a not-for-profit professional society headquartered in Park Ridge, Ill. | |
| 11th Anual CMF Plus | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | When it comes to advancing your career and upgrading your technical knowledge, STLE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition is a unique event in the lubricants industry. 1,200 of your peers in the lubricants community are expected to participate in STLE’s 69th Annu...view more When it comes to advancing your career and upgrading your technical knowledge, STLE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition is a unique event in the lubricants industry. 1,200 of your peers in the lubricants community are expected to participate in STLE’s 69th Annual Meeting & Exhibition. Please join us in Lake Buena Vista from May 18-22, 2014 for a unique experience that blends the best of industry education, technical training, professional certification and new technologies. view less | |
| Re-Refined Base Oil Quality | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Re-refining used lubricants is an established industry that operates in many countries. However, the scale of the industry, types of processes and quality of products vary from one country to another. | |
| Deleterious Particles in Lubricating Greases | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | There are a vast number of different particle types which can be found in lubricating greases. As is well-known, there are numerous types of desirable particles in grease such as molybdenum disulfide, Teflon, graphite, etc., and many important purposes fo...view more There are a vast number of different particle types which can be found in lubricating greases. As is well-known, there are numerous types of desirable particles in grease such as molybdenum disulfide, Teflon, graphite, etc., and many important purposes for their intentional incorporation into greases. In this article, we’ll examine the other side of the coin—particles in greases that are viewed as harmful or, at best, not serving a useful purpose. view less | |
| Executing An Effective Sump Conversion | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This article is about how aging lubricants produce higher levels of sludge, insoluble polymers, carbon deposits, and other insoluble oxidation byproducts. It describes the physical flushing process and that chemical flushing incorporates the use of cleane...view more This article is about how aging lubricants produce higher levels of sludge, insoluble polymers, carbon deposits, and other insoluble oxidation byproducts. It describes the physical flushing process and that chemical flushing incorporates the use of cleaners to remove crusted or layered carbon residues. view less | |
| What is the Biggest Misconception You’ve Come Across Regarding Oil Analysis? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Oil analysis (OA) certainly ranks as one of the more misunderstood areas of lubrication engineering among end-users. TLT readers responding to this month’s survey say the No. 1 misconception they see in their jobs is the notion that one sample is all that...view more Oil analysis (OA) certainly ranks as one of the more misunderstood areas of lubrication engineering among end-users. TLT readers responding to this month’s survey say the No. 1 misconception they see in their jobs is the notion that one sample is all that is needed to answer all questions. view less | |
| MWFs & VOC: Today & Tomorrow | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | STLE was pleased to co-sponsor a joint symposium in March organized by The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and ILMA. The event focused on the new Rule 1144 (Metalworking Fluids and Direct-Contact Lubricants) affecting volatile organic...view more STLE was pleased to co-sponsor a joint symposium in March organized by The South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) and ILMA. The event focused on the new Rule 1144 (Metalworking Fluids and Direct-Contact Lubricants) affecting volatile organic component (VOC) regulations in MWFs. view less | |
| Cover Story: The Regulatory Future of Antimicrobial Pesticides | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | One of the challenges to ensuring that metalworking fluids will operate at an optimum level over a long period is minimizing contamination from bacteria and fungus. Both of these microbes are well known to literally “eat” the components used to formulate ...view more One of the challenges to ensuring that metalworking fluids will operate at an optimum level over a long period is minimizing contamination from bacteria and fungus. Both of these microbes are well known to literally “eat” the components used to formulate a MWF. Examples include emulsifiers, extreme pressure additives and lubricity additives. view less | |
| Fundamentals of Filters and Filtration | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | When it comes to extending the life of lubricating and hydraulic fluids, it’s the little things that make filters and filtration such a big deal. Even particles the size of a single bacterium can spell a machine’s doom if left to run amok. Enter filters a...view more When it comes to extending the life of lubricating and hydraulic fluids, it’s the little things that make filters and filtration such a big deal. Even particles the size of a single bacterium can spell a machine’s doom if left to run amok. Enter filters and their unique ability to trap damaging intruders while allowing fluids to continue on their way to work. view less | |
| The Road to Better Mileage | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | It’s a great time to be a tribologist in the automotive industry! The automotive industry, indeed, has historically provided much opportunity to those skilled in the arts of friction, lubrication and wear. However, the latest round of fuel economy standar...view more It’s a great time to be a tribologist in the automotive industry! The automotive industry, indeed, has historically provided much opportunity to those skilled in the arts of friction, lubrication and wear. However, the latest round of fuel economy standards enacted in the U.S. and consumer demand for higher efficiency in light of the increasing cost of fuel will absolutely require the best efforts of tribologists around the world. view less | |
| Amines 101 for Metalworking Fluids | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Following are two condensed articles on metalworking fluids that were published in STLE’s technical e-newsletter, which provides targeted information to those working in specific areas in the fields of tribology and lubrication engineering. The e-newslett...view more Following are two condensed articles on metalworking fluids that were published in STLE’s technical e-newsletter, which provides targeted information to those working in specific areas in the fields of tribology and lubrication engineering. The e-newsletters are available on several topics, including MWFs, power generation, synthetics, hydraulics, grease, environmentally friendly fluids, among others. Log on to www.stle.org for more information and to sign up to receive our e-newsletters. view less | |
| Bearings and Their Lubrication | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This primer will help you understand the basics—and prepare for the CLS exam. | |
| Human Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Serous fluids help keep our internal organs functioning smoothly. | |
| The Evolution of Synthetic Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | While more expensive than mineral oils, these complex compounds can result in an overall lower cost of machine maintenance. | |
| Key Trends in Bearing Lubrication | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Armed with new materials, manufacturers are developing energy-efficient bearings for specific applications. | |
| Shale Gas and the Lubricants Market | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Natural gas is an appealing energy source, but presents a host of strategic issues for STLE members. | |
| Lubricants for Formula One Cars | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Reducing friction helps to improve power and fuel efficiency. | |
| Lubricating Wire Ropes and Chains | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | An in-depth look at wear, maintenance and the unique requirements of these hard-working components. | |
| A History of the Lubricants Industry in China | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Opportunities are limitless for marketers who understand how to do business with what will soon be history’s largest economy. | |
| Special Report: Boundary Lubricity Additives | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This is an in-depth primer on defining this additive type, analyzing its properties and understanding how to make the best selection for your application. | |
| Analyzing Bearing Damage | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | The critical role bearings play in controlling and limiting the movement of machine elements makes rapid diagnosis and repair of damaged bearings essential. Indeed, the ability to recognize and correct the most common forms of bearing damage is an invalua...view more The critical role bearings play in controlling and limiting the movement of machine elements makes rapid diagnosis and repair of damaged bearings essential. Indeed, the ability to recognize and correct the most common forms of bearing damage is an invaluable skill for keeping machines up and running effi ciently. Determining exactly which factors contribute to bearing wear or damage requires an understanding of the common causes of damage, which can include a combination of insuffi cient lubrication, improper maintenance practices or even faulty mounting. Taking steps to prevent these causes can save both time and money and ultimately extend bearing life. view less | |
| Commissioning a New Machine for Reliability Centered Lubrication | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | An extremely small investment can result in better performance for a machine’s lifetime. | |
| Metal Deactivators: Inhibitors of Metal Interactions with Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | A data management and reporting solution is imperative to a successful fluid analysis program. What prevents companies from fully realizing the benefits of such software applications? | |
| Building a Reliability centered Lubrication program: Part II | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Management support from all levels is needed to meet your program’s performance objectives. | |
| Developing energy-efficient lubricants and coatings for automotive applications | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | Manufacturers are stepping up their R&D efforts to build better engines and lighter materials. | |
| Best Practices - The Business Case For High Performance Lubricants | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | This seven-point analysis answers the only question that counts: Can you make money using them? | |
| Lubrication Fundamentals: ‘Metal Removal Fluids: Global Challenges’ | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | The fourth symposium in this series featured an all-star lineup of speakers and revealed seven industry-changing trends. | |
| How Do You Think Lubrication Engineers Will be Using Mobile Apps in Their Jobs 5, 10, or 20 Years From Now? | STLE (Society of Tribologists & Lubrication Engineers) | It’s an app, app, app, app world. Reportedly Apple has crossed the 300,000-app barrier for the iPhone. The iPad is said to offer more than 60,000 apps with dozens more arriving every day. Today most STLE members are using their mobile apps for non-work-re...view more It’s an app, app, app, app world. Reportedly Apple has crossed the 300,000-app barrier for the iPhone. The iPad is said to offer more than 60,000 apps with dozens more arriving every day. Today most STLE members are using their mobile apps for non-work-related functions—checking e-mail, accessing the Internet, playing games, catching up on news and sports and listening to music. view less |
