Machinery Lubrication magazine published by Noria Corporation
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Case Studies Improving Equipment Reliability Through Root Cause Failure Analysis Allan Andreycak, Reliability Engineer, W.R. Grace, Chris Nowlen, Lubrication Engineers Many plants experience premature bearing failures on machines due to corrosion and lubricant contamination. This presentation will show how root cause failure analysis and modern technologies such as specialized bearing construction and automatic lubrication can help reduce these bearing failures. Attendees will learn not only how this approach can be applied to the challenges they face with their equipment but also how selection of the appropriate construction materials can have a positive impact on macinery reliability. Engaging Manufacturing Operators in Predictive Maintenance Jay Edwards, Asset CARE Planner, MillerCoors A new way of thinking about predictive maintenance (PdM) increases the involvement and engagement of operations and improves the overall equipment reliability levels in plants. This session will cover some historical methods of implementing PdM and show how it is now feasible to put it into the hands of operators for a better first line of defense on equipment problems. Learn the methods for engaging operations in the value and benefits of PdM, using operator PdM to flag the need for higher level analysis and examples of PdM tasks that operators can perform. How to Develop a Lubrication Program and Achieve a Change in Culture Jon McNees, Maintenance Engineer, Sinclair Wyoming Refining Co. To develop a good lubrication program, there must be a culture change. Buy-in from all aspects of the organization will be required. Ultimately, it must start at the top, which typically is the hardest sell. To change the culture, personnel must be aware of the changes that will take place. The greatest resistance to changing the culture will come from those who are not informed or misinformed. This presentation will explain the steps and processes Sinclair used in developing its lubrication program and how the culture at its refinery was changed successfully. How to Introduce a Reliability Program Paul Bonorden Sr., Mechanical Reliability Engineer, INVISTA What does a company need to consider before implementing a new reliability program? There are many justifications and benefits that can be used to sell a program other than the data you get from your computerized maintenance management system (CMMS). Changing the organization's culture is a key component that is often not addressed and is a primary reason for a program not taking permanent root. This session will detail the important elements that must be addressed early in the development of a new program. Learn how INVISTA implemented a reliability program that has been going strong for five years and how it spawned additional reliability endeavors. Lubrication Excellence Case Study: Increasing Wind Turbine Availability with an Effective Lubrication Program William Berger, Engineer, Duke Energy Wind energy is a unique market segment that is just beginning to achieve a reliability mindset. Having a lubrication excellence program can help make wind more competitive with other forms of energy. This case study details how a lubrication excellence program was employed to increase and maintain wind turbine availability, lessons learned along the way and the program's current status. Attendees will discover the reliability challenges associated with wind energy, key elements of a lubrication excellence program, and equipment improvements and upgrades that can reduce risk. Lubrication Case Studies: 30 Years of Real-world Experiences Jorge Alarcon, IK4-Tekniker These amazing case studies will allow attendees to see lubrication from many different points of view and in a variety of industries. Real-world situations will be presented where proper lubrication was the key to greater success and improved results. From lubrication fundamentals to proposed solutions, learn practical and theoretical lessons from each case study while discovering the effects and economic impact of a good lubrication program. A More Cost-effective Alternative for Flushing Turbine Oil Systems Greg Livingstone, Fluitec An effective technique for flushing deposits out of turbine oil systems employs the use of a detergent/ dispersant cleaning solution. The downside of this method is that the cleaning agent is incompatible with the turbine oil, destroying its water and air separation characteristics. This presentation will describe the less expensive option of using a compatible cleaner to remove oil degradation products from a turbine oil system. Case studies will show when this method is appropriate and which system problems should be matched with other oil flushing techniques. Case Study: Achieving a World-class Lube Room Mike Horton, Reliability Supervisor, Domtar Domtar needed a world-class lube room to improve the cleanliness of its lubrication program and prevent unplanned downtime. Several designs were tried and many problems were encountered, but eventually the company overcame all the obstacles on its journey to excellence. This case study will describe the process Domtar implemented to eliminate contamination, improve ISO levels for incoming oil and enhance the ergonomics and housekeeping of its lube room. Discover how the company maintains proper inventories, utilizes best practices that include standard operating procedures and visuals, and uses barcoding within the lube/grease process. SEE A COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF SESSIONS AT Conference.ReliablePlant.com 1-800-597-5460 | Conference.ReliablePlant.com 6 1-800-597-5460 | Conference.ReliablePlant.com