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The Importance of a Proper Lubrication Program By David Reh, director of field engineering and training services LUBRIPLATE Lubricants Company Newark, NJ and Toledo, OH Proper lubrication is essential to maintaining the bottom line, but starting a lubrication plan can seem to be an overwhelming proposition. Not having an effective program can result in hundreds of hours of downtime and lost production. Where does one begin faced with such a daunting task? This article will discuss methods to implement a comprehensive lubrication program, or how to possibly improve one already in place. The first thing that should be done is to define the program’s goals and objectives. Many plants want to consolidate inventory, reduce costs, and to ensure that the...