Machinery Lubrication

Machinery Lubrication with ICML MLA I/MLT I Certification

Transform Lubrication Into a Strategic Reliability Advantage

Build world-class lubrication practices with CRE’s Machinery Lubrication Training, a comprehensive program designed to elevate lubrication from a routine maintenance task into a strategic driver of reliability and performance. This training empowers maintenance and reliability professionals with the knowledge, tools, and confidence needed to protect critical assets, reduce failures, and improve operational excellence.

At CRE, we understand that improper lubrication is one of the leading causes of premature equipment failure. Our Machinery Lubrication Training addresses this challenge head-on by providing practical, hands-on instruction rooted in real-world applications and global best practices. Participants leave equipped to make smarter lubrication decisions that directly impact equipment uptime, safety, and total cost of ownership.

Why Machinery Lubrication Training Matters

Effective lubrication is essential to asset health. Yet many organizations struggle with inconsistent practices, contamination issues, improper lubricant selection, and reactive maintenance approaches. CRE’s Machinery Lubrication Training bridges this gap by teaching proven techniques that help organizations move toward proactive and reliability-centered maintenance.

Through expert-led instruction, your team will learn how to:

• Reduce wear and friction in rotating equipment
• Prevent contamination and moisture ingress
• Extend equipment life cycles
• Identify lubrication-related failure modes
• Support condition-based and predictive maintenance strategies

By aligning your lubrication program with industry best practices, you can significantly reduce unplanned downtime while strengthening your maintenance culture.

What You’ll Learn in CRE’s Machinery Lubrication Training

Our curriculum focuses on practical skills that can be applied immediately in your facility. Key learning areas include:

Lubrication Fundamentals and Best Practices

Participants gain a solid foundation in lubrication theory, understanding how lubricants function, why proper application matters, and how to establish consistent lubrication standards across assets.

Proper Lubricant Selection

Choosing the right lubricant for each application is critical. This course covers viscosity selection, additive packages, grease versus oil considerations, and matching lubricants to operating conditions.

Contamination Control and Moisture Prevention

Contamination is a leading cause of equipment failure. You’ll learn how to control dirt, debris, and moisture through effective seals, breathers, filtration, and cleanliness targets.

Storage, Handling, and Application Methods

Proper storage and handling protect lubricant integrity before it ever reaches your equipment. CRE teaches best practices for labeling, storage room design, transfer methods, and application tools that minimize contamination risks.

Oil Sampling and Analysis Techniques

Participants develop skills in proper sampling locations, collection methods, and interpretation of oil analysis results to support predictive maintenance programs.

Failure Prevention and Root Cause Awareness

Learn how to recognize lubrication-related failures, understand root causes, and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence.

Who Should Attend Machinery Lubrication Training

This program is ideal for professionals responsible for rotating equipment and asset care, including:

• Maintenance technicians
• Reliability engineers
• Maintenance supervisors
• Operations personnel
• Asset managers

Whether you are building a new lubrication program or refining an existing one, CRE’s Machinery Lubrication Training provides value at every experience level.

ICML MLT I / MLA I Certification Preparation

CRE’s Machinery Lubrication Training with ICML MLT I / MLA I Certification Preparation provides foundational knowledge for professionals beginning their journey in lubrication and oil analysis. This program is designed to build core competency in lubrication practices while preparing participants to pursue the International Council for Machinery Lubrication (ICML) Machinery Lubrication Technician Level I (MLT I) or Machinery Lubricant Analyst Level I (MLA I) certifications.

This training establishes a strong technical baseline for individuals responsible for day-to-day lubrication activities and basic condition monitoring. Participants learn how proper lubrication directly impacts equipment reliability, safety, and operating costs—while gaining the confidence needed to apply best practices consistently across assets.

ICML MLT I / MLA I Certification Requirements

ICML Level I certifications are intended for individuals developing foundational skills in machinery lubrication and oil analysis. While CRE’s training provides comprehensive preparation, candidates must meet ICML’s official requirements to earn certification.

General certification requirements typically include:

• Completion of formal training aligned with the ICML Level I Body of Knowledge (such as CRE’s Machinery Lubrication Training)
• A minimum of 12 months (1 year) of relevant work experience in lubrication, maintenance, reliability, operations, or asset care
• Successful completion of the ICML MLT I or MLA I certification examination
• Agreement to ICML’s Code of Ethics

MLT I (Machinery Lubrication Technician Level I) focuses on practical lubrication tasks such as lubricant application, storage and handling, contamination control, and basic inspection.

MLA I (Machinery Lubricant Analyst Level I) emphasizes introductory oil analysis concepts, sampling awareness, report understanding, and basic data interpretation.

CRE’s certification preparation training is structured to support these requirements by reinforcing exam topics, terminology, and practical expectations.

Certification Preparation Support

While CRE does not administer ICML exams directly, this training equips participants with:

• A clear understanding of Level I exam content areas
• Foundational lubrication and oil analysis skills
• Improved readiness to pursue certification with confidence
• Practical tools to apply best practices in real-world maintenance environments
• Participants are encouraged to review ICML’s official certification guidelines and register for exams directly through ICML.

Real Results You Can Expect

Organizations that implement CRE’s lubrication best practices consistently experience measurable improvements in reliability and maintenance performance. After completing this training, teams typically report:

• Reduced lubrication-related failures
• Improved equipment reliability and uptime
• Extended asset life and lower replacement costs
• Stronger maintenance execution and consistency
• Increased confidence and technical capability across teams

By empowering your workforce with practical lubrication knowledge, you create a foundation for long-term operational excellence.

Supporting Proactive Maintenance and Reliability Excellence

CRE’s Machinery Lubrication Training aligns with modern reliability strategies, helping organizations transition from reactive maintenance to proactive asset management. Participants learn how lubrication supports condition monitoring, predictive maintenance, and reliability-centered maintenance initiatives.

This holistic approach ensures lubrication becomes an integrated part of your reliability program—not an isolated task. The result is improved asset performance, reduced total maintenance costs, and stronger organizational alignment around equipment care.

Why Choose CRE for Machinery Lubrication Training?

CRE delivers industry-focused training built on real operational experience. Our instructors bring practical insights from manufacturing, processing, and asset-intensive environments, ensuring content is relevant, actionable, and immediately applicable.

We don’t just teach theory, we provide tools, frameworks, and proven methods your team can implement right away. With CRE, you gain a trusted partner in building sustainable lubrication practices that drive measurable business outcomes.

Take the Next Step

Ready to strengthen your lubrication program and improve equipment reliability? Explore upcoming sessions on our CRE Training Calendar and discover how Machinery Lubrication Training can help your organization achieve world-class maintenance performance.