HVAC Technicians Can Prevent Bearing Failures by Fixing Lubrication Errors with Sal Randisi Part 1

January 5

22 mins

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Episode Description

In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Podcast, host Gary McCreadie talks with Sal Randisi, Vice President of Business Development at Kano Labs - Makers of Kroil and Super Lube. Sal shares his expertise on lubrication, focusing on the importance of using the right grease for HVAC and industrial equipment. He explains how different greases work, the role of additives, and why over-greasing can cause failures. Sal also talks about best practices for maintaining bearings, including how to measure grease output and set proper schedules. The episode highlights how using the correct products and techniques can save time, prevent equipment wear, and improve overall maintenance.

Sal Randisi, Vice President of Business Development at Kano Labs, joins Gary to talk about the science and best practices of lubrication. Sal explains what lubricants are, how they work, and why choosing the right one is key to keeping HVAC and industrial equipment running smoothly. He shares common mistakes like using the wrong grease or over-greasing bearings, which can lead to breakdowns. Sal also highlights how grease guns vary in output and why that matters for maintenance schedules. The conversation covers grease chemistry, color myths, and the benefits of using a multipurpose product like Super Lube to simplify work and extend equipment life.

Expect to Learn:

What lubricants are and why the right one matters for HVAC and industrial use.
How over-greasing or using the wrong grease can lead to equipment failure.
Why do different grease guns deliver different amounts, and how to measure output correctly?
How to set a proper maintenance schedule to save time and prevent breakdowns.
Why the grease color does not equal performance, and how to choose the right product for the job.

Episode Highlights:

[00:00] - Intro to Sal Randisi in Part 1

[02:28] - Lubrication Science & Purpose

[04:33] - Case: UV Damage to Grease in Southern California

[07:09] - Sealed vs. Greaseable Bearings

[10:39] - Proper Greasing: Volume & Scheduling

[15:16] - Grease Color Myths Debunked

[20:08] - Multipurpose Grease Benefits

This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by:

Master: https://www.master.ca/

Cintas: https://www.cintas.com/

Cool Air Products: https://www.coolairproducts.net/