Soft cover, perfect biding, In-Service Oil Analysis and Condition Monitoring is a definitive guide for reliability professionals, lubrication engineers, and maintenance teams seeking to transform lubricant sampling into a strategic tool for machine health management. Written by industry expert Michael D. Holloway, this comprehensive reference explores the full spectrum of oil analysis—from foundational chemistry to expert-level diagnostics. Through a structured progression of chapters, the book explains how to collect accurate samples, interpret complex data, detect wear and contamination, and apply insights to predictive maintenance strategies.
Covering critical tests such as viscosity, total acid and base numbers (TAN/TBN), elemental spectroscopy, ferrography, FTIR, particle counting, and antioxidant depletion analysis, the book provides both technical depth and real-world guidance. Readers learn how to diagnose issues like coolant ingress, fuel dilution, abrasive wear, and oxidation, and how to correlate data across parameters for root cause analysis. Special focus is given to designing predictive programs, setting alarm thresholds, and integrating oil data with CMMS and other reliability tools.
Advanced topics include failure forensics, varnish potential analysis, and modern innovations like in-line oil sensors and AI-based diagnostics. Emphasizing not only the detection of faults but also the optimization of drain intervals and lubricant selection, the book illustrates how oil analysis supports cost savings, environmental responsibility, and asset longevity.
Whether for field technicians or asset managers, In-Service Oil Analysis and Condition Monitoring offers an indispensable blend of science, strategy, and system design. It is more than a technical manual—it is a roadmap for building a culture of reliability, enabling smarter maintenance decisions, and unlocking the full diagnostic power of the lubricant itself.
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