Pro-Seal Service Group, a distributor for Royal Purple synthetic lubricants, encounters numerous lubrication-related failures and is thereby challenged to improve reliability on all machinery. This case study discusses a common lubrication delivery method used throughout industry that, in this case, led to an early bearing failure. Sludge Buildup A chemical plant in Michigan approached Pro-Seal concerning a frequent bearing failure that did not relate to a typical bearing lifespan. The maintenance engineer explained that several large-service water pumps were failing due to sludge building up in the bearing …
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