ICML Blog Posts
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Many dedicated practitioners are adept with all kinds of oil analysis and filtration equipment. But how many are compelled to invent their own machines from the ground up?
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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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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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 is a Supporting Sponsor of this North American expo for a third year in a row. We are bringing more people and scheduling more stage time, along with the first-ever LAT exam session!
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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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The trio brings a powerful and diverse combination of business oversight experiences with functional backgrounds spanning multiple disciplines and industries.
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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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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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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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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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Guest author Raul Fernandes shares this comprehensive primer on food-grade lubricants, regulations, selection tips, contamination risks, and myths.
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