The practice of lube analysis has been proven time and again to be an effective approach to reduce maintenance and downtime costs. However many lube analysis programs do not deliver outstanding results. Join Tim Nelson as he explores some of the most common reasons why lube analysis programs fail and what you can do to help ensure yours will succeed. By focusing on the reasons for failure, you will learn how to avoid them and create a world-class lube analysis program. Tim Nelson has more than 30 years experience working in the maintenance and reliability disciplines. Much of his knowledge and experience was gained while managing the Lubrication and Oil Analysis programs for a major chemical plant.

1. SIX REASONS WHY
OIL ANALYSIS PROGRAMS FAIL
presented by:
Tim Nelson

2. Successful Takeoff

3. Failure Is Not An Option

4. Reflection
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Annual Oil Samples = 20 million
Average cost per sample of $20
$400 million dollars in annual spend
Assuming a 10x return yields $ 4 billion savings

5. Industrial Oil Analysis
80
70
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Industrial
Engine Oil
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20
10
0
Sample %

6. Improper Sampling Strategy
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What you get out = what you put in
Achilles heel of most programs
90% from drain port or drop tube
Strive for dedicated sample valves
Train the sample takers
On site lube audit

7. Delays in Getting Results
• Ship samples as they are collected
• Accurate sample identification (Labels)
• Sample notification process
• Same day turnaround keeps interest

8. Poor Interpretation of the Tests
• Lab analysts equipment
experience
• Poor or inaccurate sample
information
• Improper test package
selection
• Weak alarming methodologies
• Lack of training at plant to
interpret
• Analytical ferrography missing

9. No Communication with Lab
• Need relationship with lab analysts
• Easy communication tools with lab
• Does lab give you attention

10. Inadequate Performance Tracking
• Lack of key performance
indicators
• Lab supplied monthly
management reports
• Program review meetings
with lab
• Procedures for
documenting savings

11. Lack of Ownership
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Going through the motions
Red-headed stepchild
Driver to strive for world class
Lack of confidence to take action
Training generates confidence
Whose job is it?

12. Take The High Road
• Improper Sampling Strategy
– Training , Ports, Audits
• Delays in getting results
– Get samples to lab
– Same day turnaround should not cost a premium
• Poor Interpretation of the Tests
– Knowledge of lab analysts
– Training from lab on reports
– Understand and develop alarming protocols

13. What The Future Holds

14. I Think I Can ….