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. 

• Understand the impact that fluid contamination plays in asset reliability. 

• Learn how to implement effective contamination exclusion and removal strategies to maintain a balanced system. 

• Understand how to use oil analysis to achieve and maintain balanced fluid cleanliness. 

Regional Sales Manager and Business Development Manager at Des-Case | 10+ Years in Machinery Lubrication & Filtration

With over 17 years of industry experience, I specialize in machinery lubrication, filtration, condition monitoring, contamination control, and oil analysis. At Des-Case, I’ve spent the last 7 years driving sales, delivering training, and conducting plant assessments to help clients achieve lubrication excellence.

Certifications & Expertise:

· MLT I, MLT II, MLA I, MLA II certified

· Experienced presenter of lubrication best practices webinars

· Trainer in contamination control and lubrication best practices for end users and distribution partners

Key Contributions:

· Conducted lite plant assessments and training for industries like paper, sugar, mining, and cement across South Africa and the Middle East

· Developed lubrication modifications for gearboxes and advised on lube room designs

· Provided contamination control strategies for pumps, gearboxes, and hydraulic systems

Prior to Des-Case, I spent 10 years performing API 653 inspections for aboveground storage tanks worldwide, gaining extensive experience in inspection and compliance.