In most circumstances, procedures for obtaining representative grease samples from bearing housings and gears are not consistent and most likely do not represent the true condition of the “worked” grease near the lubricating surface. The Grease Thief Sampling Kits are designed to take samples from a variety of applications including: wind turbine, electric motors, pillow block bearings, motor operated valves and robotics applications.
STEP 1
Purchase Desired Kit:
Or Contact Us For More Guidance
STEP 2
Choose Your Video To Learn How To Use Your Kit:
STEP 3
Label A Shipping Tube:
Affix completed equipment label, including baseline name, or prepaid barcode label to shipping tube. Then scan barcode number into mobile app.
STEP 4
Log Sample Information into MRG Navigator:
Enter data to identify the sample or select from pull down menus to show machine ID, sample location, grease type and environment.
STEP 5
Mail Sample(s) to Lab for Analysis
Mail your sample(s) to MRG Labs or your desired laboratories for Grease Analysis.
STEP 6
View Results through MRG Navigator:
Keep track of Results through MRG Navigator App.
STEP 7
Read Report To Understand Analysis Results:
Receive a clear report identifying potential issues like wear metals, oxidation, or contaminants.
STEP 8
Save Data And Take Steps Towards Improvement:
Received analysis will help you understand what is happening inside and what issues you will need to work on.
The Grease Thief sampling & analysis methodology was developed over several years of research with the European Offshore bearing grease analysis research team. These tests are now outlined in AWEA RP-812 – 815 and ASTM D7918. The tools for taking a Grease Thief sample are ASTM D7718 compliant.
