Industrial Bearings: Troubleshooting

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This course is one in a three-part series which is designed to train new students in the field of bearings -- and to offer in-service maintenance personnel the opportunity to review the basics of bearing technology. It provides instruction on the application of bearings and stresses the importance of accurate bearing troubleshooting for maximum efficiency and life expectancy of rotating equipment.

Accurate troubleshooting is essential for maximum efficiency and life expectancy of rotating equipment. This course examines the various root causes of bearing failure, including over-lubrication, contamination and misalignment. Topics include:

-The four indicators for determining bearing condition
-Temperature
-Noise and vibration
-Seals
-Lubrication
-Removing and inspecting failed bearings
-Causes of premature failure
-Pitting and spalling
-Electrostatic pitting
-True brinelling
-Fretting corrosion
-Heat damage
-Frictional bearing wear
-Rust or corrosion
-Equipment adjustment