Extreme Mining and Smart Lubrication
Guest author Oscar Castro writes about the quiet killer in mining lubrication: dust! In harsh environments, the best grease isn’t the one with the highest load rating, but the one that seals.
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ICML Blog Posts
The Impact of Tribology on Maintenance and Physical Asset Management
Guest author Johnny Chirinos explores how tribology—when aligned with the ICML 55.1 Standard—elevates lubrication from a routine maintenance task to a strategic driver of asset reliability, cost control, and operational performance.
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ICML Board of Directors Update
To maintain compliance with ICML’s bylaws, one member of our board of directors has voluntarily resigned his position following an unforeseen corporate acquisition in early 2026.
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ICML Introduces Lubrication Apprentice Technician (LAT) Certification to Reduce Critical Knowledge Gaps in the Global Maintenance & Reliability Workforce
The new apprentice exam is ICML’s direct response to Voice of the Customer feedback seeking access for individuals with minimal lubrication experience.
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ICML Welcomes Kelley Evans, Matthew Collins, and Mike Ramsey as new Board Members
The trio brings a powerful and diverse combination of business oversight experiences with functional backgrounds spanning multiple disciplines and industries.
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5 Reasons I Chose to Recertify My ‘VPR’ Credential
Guest author Khashayar Hajiahmad shares the thought process that took him on a deep dive into the evolving science of varnish control, leading him to identify five practical reasons that justify renewal of his VPR varnish badge for another three years.
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Biolubricants and the Future of Strategic Lubrication
Guest author Oscar Castro highlights how modern biolubricants are reshaping lubrication programs, outlining the key benefits that today’s decision-makers should weigh when considering their options for performance, compliance, and sustainability.
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Certified MLT Members Wanted for Help with Doctoral Research Survey
A PhD candidate at Carolina University invites MLT I and II credential holders to take part in a time-sensitive research survey about organizational leadership perceptions in your workplace.
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Evolution of Lubricant Specifications (2010–2025): A Certified Practitioner’s Perspective
Guest author Rocio Rupay outlines key developments in lubricant specifications, including updates with API SQ, ILSAC GF-7, and ACEA E11, within the context of evolving engine technologies and regulatory demands. As a certified Machinery Lubrication Engineer (MLE)®, she offers a trained perspective on how these changes impact lubricant performance, compliance, and selection criteria in real-world applications.
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The Ultimate Guide to Food-grade Lubricants
Guest author Raul Fernandes shares this comprehensive primer on food-grade lubricants, regulations, selection tips, contamination risks, and myths.
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ICML eLibrary
The go-to resource for all things lubrication
Available anytime, anywhere, the ICML eLibrary is a multi-media resource of educational content on lubrication and machine maintenance.
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ICML Strengthens Leadership Team with New CEO Appointment and Key Promotions
Seasoned executive Bryan Coggins joins our team as the new CEO, building on the organization’s ongoing momentum in support of the world’s machinery lubrication sectors.
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