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Machine Operation and Failure Analysis
It is stated by SKF that about 75% of
all bearing failures are due to lubrication. Proper lubrication is
essential to the trouble free operation of your equipment.
Proper lubrication means getting the right oil to right point in the
right quantity at the right time.
Herguth Laboratories specializes in the understanding and resolving
problems associated with lubrication, friction and wear. In addition
our laboratories are equipped to evaluate organic and inorganic deposits
which are often the associated with failures.
There are 12 common wear regimes in machines, they are;
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Mild Adhesion |
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Corrosion |
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Severe Adhesion |
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Fretting Corrosion |
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Abrasion |
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Brinelling |
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Erosion |
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Electro-Corrosion |
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Polishing |
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Electrical Discharge |
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Contact Fatigue |
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Cavitation Damage |
Knowing the root cause and mechanism of wear we can make recommendation
to lubrication methods, operational and design features to prevent
reoccurrence of the problem.
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| Example of Severe Adhesion |
For more information call 1-888-HERGUTH (437-4884) |
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