A
One-Day Seminar Presented By:
The Society of Tribologists and
Lubrication Engineers, Cleveland Section
Tuesday,
November 10, 2009
8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Lubrication Products and
Practices Seminar
Topic: Biodegradable Lubricants - Real World
Performance
Speaker: Mark Miller, Terresolve Technologies,
Inc.
This presentation scientifically, objectively and
quantitatively compares the performance of several biodegradable
hydraulic fluids to that of petroleum fluids. Testing was done at
independent laboratories, by the U.S. Military, by Original Equipment
Manufacturers, and by long term field trials. This testing shows that
the performance of biodegradable lubricants is equivalent to petroleum
fluids.
The benefits of
biodegradable hydraulic fluids are well known. Their biodegradable
properties allow them to break down in the environment reducing the
negative impact from leaks and spills. They can be non-toxic, are
renewable and reduce dependence on foreign petroleum oil.
Conventional knowledge
has focused on the limitations of vegetable oils as base stocks for
lubricants. The weakness of the oxidative stability, the cold
temperature performance and incompatibility with elastomers is well
documented. Over the past decade improvements in vegetable base stocks,
biodegradable synthetic base stocks, performance chemistry, and
formulation expertise have allowed the development biodegradable
products with performance equivalent to petroleum fluids.
Several commercially
available bio-based, biodegradable synthetic and petroleum fluids were
tested for physical and chemical characteristics, application
performance, dielectric properties, seal compatibility, military and OEM
Specifications, OEM evaluations and field performance. Each parameter
was evaluated utilizing industry recognized testing protocol. The
results of each test is reviewed and supported with the original data,
and tables or graphs as was appropriate.
Topic: Wind Turbine Lubrication
Speaker: Michelle Graf, Product Manager for
Hydraulic, Industrial Gear Oil and Grease, Lubrizol Corporation
Gearbox reliability has been a focus of discussion
for a number of years. Gearbox suppliers have made significant
improvements in reliability but there is still room for further
improvement. Gearbox repairs or replacement account for a large portion
of the operation and maintenance costs of wind turbines. Optimization of
the gear lubricant is one option for further increasing gearbox
reliability.
This presentation will discuss several aspects of wind turbine gearbox
lubrication best practices. It will include a discussion of wind turbine
gear oils and how they can impact the reliability of the gearbox. In
addition, the information on the available standards for lubricant
selection will be presented along with a discussion of the effectiveness
of these standards to choose an appropriate lubricant. With proper
selection and use of the gearbox lubricant, a positive impact on gearbox
reliability can be obtained.
Topic:
Filter Debris Analysis
Speaker: Mike Barrett, Insight Services
As companies turn to finer filtration to extend the
life of their most critical rotating equipment more debris is captured
in filters and less remains in the oil. Wear debris analysis through oil
analysis is no longer enough to predict impending failure. The next
generation of wear debris analysis requires Filter Debris Analysis (FDA)
to uncover the wealth of information buried in your filter and gain a
comprehensive assessment of machine wear.
Advanced warning of abnormal wear in critical operational assets
provides decision makers valuable insight on the health of their
rotating equipment. Armed with this information, the uncertainty behind
maintenance decisions is eliminated enabling the proper scheduling of
maintenance actions, ultimately, saving money by avoiding operational
upsets and minimizing maintenance costs.
Topic: Drawing and Stamping Fluids and
Lubricants, Application Considerations and Trouble Shooting Lubricant
Problems
Speaker: Michael A. Cesa, Market Development
Manager, Drawing & Stamping Fluids & Lubricants, Etna Products, Inc.
The choice of lubricant for Sheetmetal drawing and
stamping is normally an afterthought. It is usually not a consideration
during the design stages of dies for new parts that will be run in the
plant. Whatever lubricant is currently being used in the shop on other
jobs is assumed to be the best choice for any new jobs. However that is
not always necessarily true. Metal type, gauge, difficulty of the
operation, lubricant application method, parts handling, storage,
cleaning, etc must all be taken into consideration when choosing the
correct die lubricant. This presentation will cover the lubricant
functions, types, considerations, and typical problems associated with
Sheetmetal lubricants and how to troubleshoot the problems.
Topic:
“Contamination Control in Hydraulic and Lube Applications”
Speaker: Jon Spence,
Global Automotive Account Manager, Parker Filtration
The objective is to
familiarize the user with all aspects of hydraulic oil and lube
filtration from the basics to advanced technology. The selection and
proper use of filtration devices is an important tool in the battle to
increase production while reducing manufacturing costs.
Topic: Vegetable
Oils Used in Hot Rolling
Speaker: Ronald Reich, Ph.D., Alcoa Technical
Center
The hot rolling of aluminum requires a lubricant,
normally an emulsion that contains petroleum based oil, to both reduce
friction and prevent the welding of the aluminum metal to the surface of
the work rolls. Due to the high cost of petroleum and other
environmental concerns, we have developed a new series of lubricants
that use vegetable oil to replace petroleum oil. These lubricants have
been developed with the cooperation and help from the USDA (NCAUR) and
the UI@Chicago, and have been implemented in several plants throughout
the world. Their development, testing, implementation and Life Cycle
Analysis will be discussed in this presentation.
Topic: Types of Lubrication Systems and their
Benefits
Speaker: Denis Balogh, Sales, F.D. Johnson Company
The presentation will review five (5) types of
lubrication systems such as series progressive, dual line, orifice and
others. The operating characteristics, benefits and liabilities for each
system will be discussed. Examples of typical applications will be
included.
Topic: Understanding and Controlling
Metalworking Fluid Failure
Speaker: John Burke, Dir. of Engineering Services,
Houghton International, Inc.
Outside of the
machining environment, Metalworking Fluids can last virtually
indefinitely. However, as soon as these fluids are introduced into the
machining environment they begin to fail, and in some cases they fail
very rapidly. Metalworking fluids fail to a point that they can cause
premature tool wear, damage to the work piece, damage to the machine,
and be irritating to workers in the manufacturing area. When these
conditions exist, either all or in part, the fluids are discarded. This
presentation will address why metalworking fluids fail and methods that
the end user can employ to slow down the rate of failure.
Registration
Fees:
On or
Before October 23, 2009:
$125.00
Member
$175.00
Non-Member
$235.00
(includes one year membership to STLE)
After
October 23, 2009:
$175.00
Member
$225.00
Non-Member
$285.00
(includes one year membership to STLE)
Price includes:
Handouts, Continental Breakfast, Refreshments and Lunch.
The evening Networking and
Presentation is free to the Seminar Attendees.
The Presentation Speaker is: John Burke,
Dir. of Engineering Services, Houghton International
Topic: “Why Paying Close attention to a
Regulation in Los Angeles Area is Important to Lubricant Suppliers in
Cleveland Ohio”
To register:
Contact Daniel D. McCoy,
Education Chairperson @ 216 749-265 x 257 or
dmccoy@elcocorp.com
Location:
Skyline Hotel and Conference Center
5300 Rockside Road
Independence, OH 44131
216 524-0700
