The Importance of Balanced Contamination Control in Lubricated Systems

Gavin Blyth, Business Development Director, Des-Case

Description

It is widely recognized that as many as 60-80% of mechanical failures in lubricated systems can be attributed to contaminated lubricants and hydraulic fluids. Because of this, maintaining balance in fluid contamination control is a critical step in delivering overall asset reliability. Balanced contamination control simply means that the rate of contamination exclusion and removal matches or exceeds the rate of contamination ingression. Without balance, fluid contamination levels can multiply exponentially, quickly leading to premature failure, costly rebuilds and expensive downtime. In this session, we will explore how to deliver a balanced approach to contamination control and learn how to use oil analysis to ensure that the system remains dry, clean, and reliable.

Biography

With extensive experience in lubrication management, contamination control, and equipment reliability, I specialize in driving business growth and delivering innovative solutions for industrial applications. As the Business Development Director for APAC at Des-Case, I work with clients and partners globally to enhance equipment performance and extend machinery life. I have significant Industrial (Mining, Oil & Gas, Automotive, Power Generation & Water) and Life Science (BioPharm & Food & Beverage) sales and market experience, with long term experience as a General Management Executive with International exposure, managing Capital Equipment, OEM and MRO business directly and via distribution sales networks / B2B across many geographical and cultural boundaries within Asia Pacific

My career has been heavily focused on development of sales strategy, execution and marketing of technologically advanced solutions and services that offer unique advantages to the customer. I carry with me invaluable experience, relationships, and a very good knowledge of the Industrial markets and customers in the Asia Pacific region.

I am a passionate advocate for environmental sustainability, renewable energy, continuous improvement, diversity, and inclusion.

Certifications:

· Certificate in Mechanical Engineering – South Metropolitan College of TAFE

· MLT I certified

· Diploma in Marketing – Perth TAFE

 

Expertise Highlights:

• Skilled in lubrication management and contamination control strategies

• Experienced in developing tailored solutions for industrial reliability challenges

• Passionate about sharing best practices to optimize equipment performance