Become a Certified Field Lubrication Expert with CAT I (ISO 18436-4)
This course offers an in-depth understanding of field lubrication practices aligned with ISO 18436-4 standards. Designed for maintenance professionals, this certification equips participants with essential knowledge on lubricant selection, application, contamination control, and oil analysis to improve machinery performance and extend equipment life.
Learning Objectives
- Understand various maintenance strategies and their relationship with lubrication practices.
- Learn lubrication fundamentals, including lubricant properties and composition.
- Master techniques for selecting the right lubricants for different machinery and applications.
- Explore best practices for lubricant storage, handling, and application.
- Identify and control lubricant contamination to maintain equipment reliability.
- Acquire skills in oil sampling and analysis for condition monitoring.
Module 1: Maintenance Strategies
Introduction to modern maintenance strategies: predictive, preventive, and corrective maintenance. Understanding the role of lubrication in equipment reliability and performance optimization.
Module 2: Lubrication Fundamentals
Overview of lubrication principles and how they impact machinery operation. Understanding the friction, wear, and heat dissipation processes influenced by proper lubrication.
Module 3: Lubricant Composition
Understanding the chemical makeup of lubricants. Differentiating between base oils, additives, and their functions. The role of synthetic and mineral oils in various applications.
Module 4: Lubricant Properties
Key properties of lubricants such as viscosity, thermal stability, oxidation resistance, and pour point. How these properties affect performance in different operating environments.
Module 5: Lubricant Selection
Criteria for selecting the right lubricant based on machinery type, operating conditions, and environmental factors. Practical guidelines for choosing between grease, oils, and other lubricants.
Module 6: Lubricant Application
Best practices for applying lubricants to machinery. Understanding different lubrication methods: manual, automatic, and centralized lubrication systems. The impact of over- and under-lubrication on equipment health.
Module 7: Lubricant Contamination
Causes and types of lubricant contamination. How contamination affects machinery wear, lubricant performance, and component life. Real-world examples of contamination-related failures.
Module 8: Lubricant Contamination Control
Techniques to prevent, identify, and control contamination in lubricants. Filtration systems, breathers, and seals as contamination control methods. Best practices for maintaining clean lubricants in various environments.
Module 9: Lubricant Storage and Handling
Proper storage and handling of lubricants to maintain their integrity and performance. Guidelines for temperature control, container management, and avoiding contamination during storage and transfer.
Module 10: Oil Sampling and Analysis
Introduction to oil sampling techniques for condition monitoring. Analyzing oil samples to assess lubricant health and machine condition. Understanding key indicators such as wear particles, viscosity changes, and contamination levels.
Who Should Attend
- Maintenance technicians and engineers.
- Reliability and condition monitoring professionals.
- Lubrication technicians and asset managers.
- Mechanical and plant engineers responsible for equipment reliability.
Certification
Upon successfully completing the course, participants will receive the Field Lubrication CAT I Certification, recognized under ISO 18436-4 standards. This certification validates their skills in lubrication best practices, contamination control, and oil analysis for machinery maintenance.
