Lubricant Analysis Category 1

COURSE SUMMARY

Lubricant Analysis Category 1 is ideal for those looking for an introduction to lubrication analysis. The course will enable the candidate to establish competency in the fundamental key skills and understanding of lubrication and laboratory testing.

The course is designed to help candidates get more out of their lubrication strategy by learning industry best practices, the principles of lubricant selection, lubricant storage and management procedures, and much more.

This course is based on the ISO 18436-4 certification program for lubricant analysis category 1. The course runs over four days with an additional half day for review and optional BINDT PCN certification exam.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Gain a basic understanding of lubricants
Understand the different laboratory tests and why they are performed
Know the effects of poor lubrication in machinery
Understand lubricant selection
Be aware of the different oil sampling techniques
Know how to interpret results and reports
Capable of storing and managing lubricants

COURSE TOPICS

Maintenance Strategies
Lubrication Theory and Fundamentals
Lubricant selection
Principles of lubricant selection
Lubricant storage and management
Lubricant health monitoring
Wear debris monitoring and analysis
Report interpretation
Lubricant contamination measurement and control
Oil sampling Procedures

APPROVED TRAINING ORGANISATION

The British Institute of Non-Destructive Testing (BINDT) is an accredited certification body offering personnel certification against criteria set out in international and European standards through the internationally recognised PCN Certification Scheme.

As an Approved Training Organisation (ATO) registered by BINDT, our vibration courses are based on a third-party condition monitoring certification scheme which is aligned with ISO 18436 standards.

One of the many benefits of achieving PCN certification is that successful candidates will gain a recognised qualification, which enhances career prospects and provides a certificate of competence.