Abstract
Nowadays the importance of equipment reliability and efficiency is increasing and the concept of Total Fluid Management is introduced to make production cost down and improve equipment reliability. In this paper, basic survey on the current status of lubricants application and equipment maintenance is made. Lubrication point of the factory was 233 and 60 percent of the point was lubricated by hydraulic oils. Lubricants used at 87 points were different from those of original equipment manufacturers' recommendation. And 40 percent of the points are heavily contaminated. Exchange of oils, use of filter, computerization and so on were recommended. And introduction of Total Fluid Management concept is required.