Machinery Lubrication Engineer

Machinery Lubrication Engineer (MLE) Certification Training: Mastering Best Practices for Reliable & Efficient Equipment

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.

Why Machinery Lubrication Training Matters

Proper lubrication is the foundation of machinery reliability and asset longevity. A significant percentage of mechanical failures can be traced back to poor lubrication practices, including incorrect lubricant selection, contamination, over-lubrication, under-lubrication, and improper storage and handling.

This training provides a structured, systematic approach to lubrication management. Participants learn how to reduce friction and wear, control contamination, optimize lubrication intervals, and apply the right lubricant in the right way at the right time. By improving lubrication practices, organizations can reduce maintenance costs, minimize unplanned downtime, improve safety, and extend the service life of critical equipment.

More importantly, this program helps shift lubrication from a reactive maintenance activity to a proactive reliability strategy that supports condition-based maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives.

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

Participants will gain practical and technical expertise aligned with Machinery Lubrication Excellence (MLE) certification requirements, including:

• Fundamentals of lubrication theory and tribology
• Lubricant types, properties, and performance characteristics
• Proper lubricant selection based on application and operating conditions
• Best practices for lubricant storage, handling, and contamination control
• Effective lubrication application methods and correct lubrication intervals
• Identification of lubrication-related failure modes and root causes
• Strategies to extend equipment life and improve overall reliability
• Focused preparation support for the MLE Certification Examination

The training emphasizes real-world application, ensuring participants can immediately apply improved lubrication practices within their facilities.

Who Should Attend Machinery Lubrication Training

This program is ideal for professionals involved in asset reliability and maintenance, including:

• Maintenance engineers and technicians
• Reliability engineers and condition monitoring specialists
• Plant managers and operations supervisors
• Lubrication technicians and maintenance planners
• Professionals preparing for MLE certification

Why Choose CRE for Machinery Lubrication Training?

CRE delivers industry-focused training designed to bridge theory and real-world application. By choosing CRE, you benefit from:

• Expert instructors with hands-on industry experience
• MLE-aligned curriculum with practical focus
• Interactive sessions and real-world case studies
• Proven reliability and maintenance training expertise
• Certification-focused learning support

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.