Course Tag: Degradation

Degradation of lubricants is an essential concept to understand for anyone that is involved in lubrication. Although there is so much more detail to b…

Varnish has become such a huge problem globally that an entire industry has sprung up around varnish removal solutions. How can you as an end user eva…

Oxidation is the nemesis of all molecules, but here we will focus on the effects of oxidation on lubricating oils. A natural process that is accelerat…

Thermal degradation is a high temperature failure mode experienced by the lubricant. In many ways, the signs of thermal degradation are similar to tho…

Oxidation as a process affects all oil systems. As one of the primary oil degradation mechanisms, it is important that we understand how to quantify a…

Varnish is a problem that affects many oil systems, but is typically associated with turbines, compressors, hydraulic and gear systems. When trying to…

Prevention is the best kind of cure. Before investing in expensive varnish removal skids, or pour-in additive treatments it is essential to understand…

Varnish is an interesting term. Experience says that most operators think of varnish as being the baked-on lacquer commonly found in high temperature …

Electro Static Discharge (also known simply as ESD) is a surprisingly common degradation mechanism for lubricants. However, it is equally mysterious. …