POLARIS Technical Services - Training & Consultation
Practical Oil Analysis and Cooling Systems Maintenance Training for Maintenance and Reliability Professionals
Register For a Class Now!
Register Now for STLE's OMA Level I Certification in Conjunction with Practical Oil Analysis and Cooling Systems Maintenance Training
Register Now for STLE's OMA Level I Certification Only
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Salt Lake City
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Indianapolis
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Houston
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August 11 - 13, 2008
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October 6 - 8, 2008
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September 8 - 10, 2008
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Atlanta
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November 10 - 12, 2008
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Training class maximum is 40 students. To ensure availability, please reserve seats 4-6 weeks prior to the class date.
Training Brochure (540KB, PDF)
STLE OMA LEVEL I CERTIFICATION
STLE's OMA Level I Certification* is now offered in conjunction with POLARIS Laboratories’ Fluid Analysis Training. Seats still available:
*The reference materials below will help you review and understand the subject areas that are covered by the exam. Practical experience of the candidate is of equal importance. Knowing the reference material only will not guarantee passing the exam.
CAN'T ATTEND?
POLARIS Technical Services will provide private training and
consultation at your request. To find out more about scheduling on-site services,
please contact us at 877-808-3750 ext. 267 or request for more information here.
FREE Online Coolant Webinar Schedule
Coolant Product Guide (3MB, PDF)
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Whether you're just venturing into the world of fluid
analysis or you've been managing a maintenance program for years, this course
will not only expand your knowledge of oils and coolants, but give you a better
understanding of fluid testing and analysis and the importance of doing it well.
You'll learn to:
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Use fluid analysis to incorporate new EPA emissions standards, ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel requirements and CJ-4 oil formulations into your operations
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Set attainable program goals based on realistic
expectations
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Select the proper testing for the equipment and goals
identified
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Take good, timely samples at the right intervals
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Select a quality fluid analysis laboratory
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Interpret test results and recommendations
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Manage your data and take decisive maintenance action
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WHO
SHOULD ATTEND Anyone responsible for maintaining equipment reliability
within virtually any industry should plan to attend this extensive, four-day fluid
analysis training session:
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| Equipment Operators |
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| Maintenance Managers |
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| Industrial
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| Operations Managers |
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| Lubrication Engineers |
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| Maintenance Technicians |
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| Reliability Engineers | 
WHAT
YOU WILL RECEIVE You will leave this training session with both the
knowledge and the management tools for developing a practical fluid analysis program
that makes a positive impact on your company's bottom line. You will receive:
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Practical information you can use to get a better return on your fluid analysis
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| Training and direction from two of the
industry's expert fluid analysts |
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| Fluid Analysis Reference Manual |
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| Spectrometric Metals Guide |
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| Coolant Testing and Analysis Guide |

ATTEND COOLANT, OIL OR BOTH
 Cooling Systems Maintenance One Day Only
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Cooling Systems - A History |
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| Cooling System Design |
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| Coolant vs. Oil |
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| Source Water |
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| Introduction to Antifreeze |
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| Supplemental Coolant Additives |
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| Antifreeze / Coolant - The Complete Package |
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| Advanced
Coolant Analysis |
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| Failure Analysis |
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| Preventive Maintenance |
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| Sampling Procedures |
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| Field Testing |
Oil
Analysis - Two Days
Day 1
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Fluid Types - Mineral Oils, Synthetics, Water-Based Fluids
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Contamination Control
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Considerations for Taking Representative Samples
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Fluid Property Requirements
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Unit-Specific Conditions that Influence Testing
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Testing Levels - Condition Monitoring, Extended Drain, Preventive & Predictive, Wear Debris Analysis
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Day 2
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Data Interpretation
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Laboratory Processing
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Alarm Limits & Flagging Conflicting Data
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Identifying Data Relationships
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Oil Analysis Program Goals & Objectives
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Identifying Equipment for Testing
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Defining Appropriate Testing
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Report Formats, Recipients and Communication
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How to Read an Oil Analysis Report
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Managing the Data
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Choosing a Quality Oil Analysis Laboratory
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View the schedule for upcoming classes

ABOUT
THE INSTRUCTORS Mark Minges - Oil Analysis Chief Operating Officer
Certified Lubrication Specialist & Oil Monitoring Analyst Mark Minges has been involved in oil analysis for over 27 years. His experience ranges from owning and operating a small fleet of Class-A trucks to repairing and maintaining off-shore drilling platforms in the Gulf of Mexico. Minges began his career with POLARIS as Vice-president of Sales and Marketing, moving to Chief Operating Officer three years ago to capitalize on his strengths as a data analyst and technical consultant. He's conducted laboratory testing, sold testing services and now works with OEM’s and design engineers to continually improve POLARIS’ auto-commenting, flagging and severity limits.
Elizabeth
O'Neil-Nelson - Cooling Systems Maintenance Coolant Program Manager Elizabeth joined the POLARIS Laboratories team after more than 20 years
as a coolant testing and analysis consultant. She has assisted major engine and
coolant manufacturers with cooling system preventive maintenance and failure analysis
and authored five coolant-related publications. With more than 30 years of research
and development experience, Elizabeth has provided cooling system maintenance
training and field services to reliability professionals, manufacturers, product
representatives, fleet owners and mechanics around the world.
REGISTER
HERE Click here to COMPLETE REGISTRATION
FORM. Reservation confirmation and accommodation details will be
sent upon receipt of payment. 
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