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Machine Lubricant Analyst (ISO 18436-4)

Certification-Based Training in Lubrication Fundamentals, Oil Analysis, and Condition Monitoring

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The Machine Lubricant Analyst (ISO 18436-4) Training Course is designed to provide professionals with a comprehensive understanding of machinery lubrication, preparing them for the highly regarded ICML certification exams. ICML, a globally recognized organization, supports lubrication practitioners with world-class education and certification opportunities. This course follows the ISO 18436 standards to ensure participants receive high-quality, standardized training.

Throughout this intensive 5-day course, participants will acquire the essential skills and knowledge needed to optimize lubrication practices, troubleshoot complex lubrication challenges, and enhance machinery reliability. The course is designed for professionals seeking to improve their lubrication expertise, boost machine performance, and contribute to the overall efficiency of their organization.

The course is built to help participants advance in their careers by gaining the ICML certification, a credential that is globally respected in the field of machinery lubrication. Through hands-on training, practical lubricant analysis, oil testing, and condition monitoring, attendees will enhance their understanding of lubrication techniques. Ultimately, participants will be well-equipped to reduce downtime, increase maintenance efficiency, and improve organizational reliability.

Why Choose Machine Lubricant Analyst (ISO 18436-4)
Course Goals

What are the Goals?

By the end of this Machine Lubricant Analyst Training Course, participants will be able to:

  • Master the body of knowledge for machinery lubrication, as defined by ICML
  • Understand lubricant fundamentals such as properties, selection, and application
  • Develop proficiency in lubricant analysis, oil testing, and condition monitoring techniques
  • Learn effective contamination control and management strategies
  • Apply best practices for lubricant storage, handling, and disposal
  • Prepare thoroughly for the ICML certification exams with dedicated practice sessions and review

Who is this Training Course for?

This Machine Lubricant Analyst Training Course is ideal for professionals who are directly involved in machinery lubrication and reliability, including:

  • Maintenance technicians and engineers seeking ICML certification
  • Reliability engineers and maintenance managers
  • Lubrication specialists and analysts
  • Operations personnel responsible for machinery maintenance
  • Anyone focused on optimizing lubrication and improving machinery reliability
Learning Approach

How will this Training Course be Presented?

The Machine Lubricant Analyst Training Course will be delivered using a blend of interactive lectures, practical demonstrations, and hands-on exercises. The course focuses on real-world applications and ICML-certified training standards to ensure participants gain both theoretical and practical knowledge.

Course features include:

  • Group discussions aligned with ICML standards
  • Practical demonstrations and lubricant analysis simulations
  • Case study analysis and problem-solving activities
  • Exam-style practice questions and review sessions to prepare for the ICML certification exam
  • Knowledge-sharing opportunities through group interactions

By the end of the course, participants will have the tools and expertise needed to manage lubrication systems, troubleshoot complex challenges, and significantly contribute to their organization's maintenance and reliability goals.

The Course Content

Lubricant Fundamentals and Properties

  • Introduction to ICML certification and its importance in machinery lubrication
  • Fundamental principles of lubrication, including friction, wear, and lubrication regimes
  • Overview of lubricant types and functions, such as oils, greases, and synthetics
  • Key physical properties of lubricants, including viscosity, density, pour point, and flash point
  • Chemical properties of lubricants, focusing on oxidation, thermal stability, and additives.
  • Lubricant classifications, specifications (ISO, AGMA, SAE), and property testing and interpretation

Lubricant Selection and Application

  • Lubricant selection criteria based on machine type, operating conditions, and environment
  • Application methods for lubrication, including manual, automated, and circulating systems
  • Overview of grease lubrication: types, application, and relubrication intervals
  • Oil lubrication methods: types, application, and oil change intervals
  • Best practices for lubricant compatibility, interchangeability, storage, and handling
  • Lubricant disposal, environmental considerations, and calculations for volume and frequency

Lubricant Analysis and Condition Monitoring

  • Principles of lubricant analysis, including sampling, testing, and interpretation
  • Common lubricant tests such as viscosity, particle count, acid number, and water content
  • Spectrographic analysis for elemental analysis and wear debris identification
  • Physical property testing methods, including particle counting, RPVOT, and demulsibility
  • Condition monitoring techniques like vibration analysis, thermography, and ultrasonic testing
  • Interpreting lubricant analysis data and developing effective lubricant analysis programs

Contamination Control and Management

  • Sources and types of lubricant contamination, including particles, water, air, and chemicals
  • Impact of contamination on machine reliability and lubricant performance
  • Contamination control strategies such as filtration, sealing, and breathers
  • Filtration technologies and criteria for selecting appropriate systems
  • Techniques for controlling water contamination, including dehydration and separation
  • Air and chemical contamination control methods, including breather maintenance and cleaning procedures

Reliability, Maintenance, and ICML Exam Preparation

  • Impact of lubrication on machine reliability, performance, and profitability
  • Root cause failure analysis (RCFA) for lubrication-related failures
  • Reliability-centered maintenance (RCM) strategies and their integration with lubrication
  • Incorporating lubrication into comprehensive maintenance programs
  • ICML certification exam review with key concepts and practice questions
  • Exam strategies, time management, and final Q&A for knowledge reinforcement
Recognition

Certificate

  • • Wallstreet Development Academy Certificate of Completion for delegates who attend and complete the training course.
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