Focuses on the practical daily aspects of lubrication that impact productivity. Covers, in detail, failure analysis, costing techniques, modes of friction, generations of lubricants, oil and grease classifications and evaluations (including animal/vegetable, mineral, and synthetic), viscosity and other oil and grease standards and characteristics, lubricant compatibility guidelines, how to calculate bearing and other lubrication requirements, preventive maintenance including wear particle analysis, and filter rating and classifications. Provides ten case studies drawn from the author's consulting experiences that emphasize the importance of developing and implementing effective, long-term solutions for lubrication, maintenance engineering, and maintenance management.
- ISBN10 083113061X
- ISBN13 9780831130619
- Publish Date 1 June 1996
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 18 November 2008
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Industrial Press Inc.,U.S.
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 141
- Language English