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Does Temperature Affect Microbial Growth?
 

QUESTION: Does temperature influence microbial activity in oil?

 

ANSWER: Temperature below 20°C and above 40°C will slow it down. Rapid growth occurs between these temperatures.

Where did this Lube-Trivia come from?
It's one of more than 385 questions in Noria's Preparatory Flash Cards for the ICML Level I Machine Lubrication Technician (MLT I) certification exam.

More information about MLT I Certification

The purpose for the Level I Machine Lubrication Technician (MLT) certification is to verify that technicians practicing in the field of machinery lubrication, as it is applied to machinery condition monitoring and maintenance, are qualified to perform the following tasks:

  • Manage lubricant delivery, storage and dispensation.
  • Manage a route for machinery re-lubrication and/or inspection.
  • Properly change and/or top the oil in mechanical equipment found in common industrial sites.
  • Use simple techniques to select lubricants with the proper base oil and additive system for machinery commonly found in industrial settings.
  • Use simple techniques to select grease lubricants appropriate for machines commonly found in industrial settings.
  • Use simple techniques to select grease application methods (including automated delivery) that are least intrusive and most effective for machines commonly found in industrial settings.
  • Use simple techniques to estimate re-grease volume and interval for machines commonly operated in industrial settings.
  • Properly maintain automatic lubrication systems (auto-grease, mist systems, etc.).
  • Employ basic oil analysis techniques to identify and troubleshoot abnormal lubricant degradation conditions, and use simple techniques to adjust the lubricant specification accordingly.

Common job titles for the individual who would become Level I MLT certified include Lubrication Technician, PM Technician, Millwright, Mechanic, etc. Generally, this individual has regular contact with the machine and has routine influence over the condition of lubricants and hydraulic fluids in use. The individual is likely to be directly involved in the machine lubrication process.

Learn more about Machine Lubrication Technician Certification.



 
 

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