ABSTRACT
Proper lubrication of mechanical machinery is essential for the high reliability and maximum usable life of the machine. Thus, associated lubricating systems and fluids must be properly selected and managed. Lubricating oils and greases are formulated for a wide range of industrial, marine, and commercial applications and consequently are required to fulfill a wide range of specific properties and functions. It follows that the range of test methods utilized to quantify these characteristics is also broad.
