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Rethinking Factory Installed Lube Systems – A Field-Level Perspective

Buying new heavy equipment often means ticking the box for a factory-installed automatic lube system. But as this field-level insight shows, convenience doesn’t always translate into reliability. Built for mass production, many OEM systems fall short on precision, serviceability and long-term uptime. Before you check that box, it’s worth taking a closer look at what the system really delivers – and what it might cost when things go wrong.

October 24, 2025
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Doing the Job Right: Why Design Quality Matters

Precision in design defines performance. This article compares two identical machines with very different lubrication system outcomes, one engineered by Lubrication Technologies and another completed elsewhere. Through clean routing, component protection, and attention to detail, our installations deliver long-term reliability and lower maintenance costs. See how doing the job right makes all the difference.

October 13, 2025
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Lessons for Longer Life in the Cement Industry

Lubrication is often overlooked in cement production, yet it directly impacts reliability, energy use, and maintenance costs. This article, published in World Cement, explores best practices and a case study showing how the right hydraulic oil extended service life from six months to more than five years, saving costs and reducing waste.

August 28, 2025
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The First Automatic Lubrication System – A Tribute to Elijah McCoy

Elijah McCoy’s invention of the first automatic lubrication system changed the course of industrial history, allowing steam engines and other machinery to operate more efficiently through continuous lubrication. His legacy, celebrated during Black History Month, is a testament to the power of innovation.

February 6, 2025
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Lubrication System Saves $52k Annually on Stacker Reclaimer in SC

Lubrication Technologies upgraded an unreliable lubrication system for a Stacker Reclaimer unit, reducing lubricant consumption from one 55-gallon drum per week to one every five weeks. The new design, featuring seven stand-alone systems with after-blow functionality, ensures uniform lubrication and saves $52,800 annually.

July 15, 2024
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Automatic Lubrication Systems – Don’t Work!?!

Companies seeking ways to gain operational efficiency and increase reliability often turn to technology. Increasing productivity with reducing operating costs has become a mandate for

July 12, 2011
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