Bearing & Lubrication Technology
Course Objectives:
To gain the information and skills needed to correctly dismantle, identify measure and install bearings commonly used in rotating equipment found in industry. In addition to, a precision measurement component that will assist the participant in obtaining measurement capabilities.
A large percentage of the course will be dedicated to hands-on learning in a lab / workshop setting.
Course Contents:
- Anti-Friction Bearing Classification and Identification
- Anti-Friction Bearing Removal and Installation
- Bearing Measurement
- Interpreting a Bearing Catalog
- Setting Internal Clearance on Spherical Roller Bearings
- Mounting & Dismounting Tapered Bore Bearings in Pillow Blocks
- Bearing Maintenance
- Introduction to Babbitt Bearing Pouring
Who Should Attend?
- Mechanical maintenance engineers and experinced technicians.
- Senior engineers, leaders and planning personnel could also attend this course.
Course Duration:
5 days
This course covers functions and characteristics of lubricants, factors in selection of lubricants, and effects of additives. Oils, greases, and other compounds used for lubrication are described, as well as their applications. Lubrication methods and recommended storage and handling procedures are included.
Course outline
Principles of Lubrication
- Lubricant Classification
- Functions of lubrication
Lubricant Characteristics
- Types of Lubricants
- Sources of Petroleum
- Properties of Lubricating Oils
- Viscosity
- Viscosity Index
- Flash Point and Fire Point
- Pour Point
- Oxidation Resistance
- Emulsification
- Greases; Lubricant Selection
Additives, Lubricating Action, and Bearing Lubrication
- The Nature of Additives
- Multipurpose Lubricants
- Bearing Lubrication
- Problems in Bearing Lubrication
Oils and Their Applications
- Types of Lubricating Oils
- Circulating Oils
- Gear Oils
- Machine Oils Spindle Oils
- Refrigeration Oils
- Internal Combustion Engine Oils
Greases and Their Applications
- Why Grease?
- Grease Defined
- How Greases Are Made
- Characteristics of Greases
- Classification of Greases
- Calcium-Soap Greases
- Sodium-Soap Greases
- Barium-Soap Greases
- Lithium-Soap Greases
- Aluminum-Soap Greases
- Nonsoap-Based Greases
- Guidelines for Grease Selection
- Bearing Relubrication Techniques
- Multipurpose Greases
- Additives; Extreme-Pressure Greases
- Water-Repellent Greases
- High- and Low-Temperature Greases
- Lamellar Greases
- Silicone Greases
- Dry-Film Lubricants
- Dry-Film Lubricant Application
Lubrication Systems and Methods
- Selecting a Lubrication System
- Lubricating Methods
Lubricant Storage and Handling
- Importance of Proper Storage
- Inside Storage
- Outside Storage
Target Participants
Mechanical Technicians