Real-world insights and expert advice
Tune in to the Unfiltered podcast for honest conversations about oil analysis and reliability—featuring voices from Fluid Life and industry leaders alike..
- Episode 1: What is Oil Analysis
- Episode 2: Let’s Talk About Varnish
- Episode 3: Is Copper Leaching Eroding Your Confidence?
- Episode 4: The RE & ME Partnership
- Episode 5: Checking in with Checkfluid
- Episode 6: Unlocking Operational Excellence – The Role of Oil Analysis in the Pulp & Paper Industry
Other Podcasts
- Reliable Plant Interview: Risk Management for Critical Assets
- Gear Talk Episode 012: Leadership Lessons in Lubrication
- Spartakus Masterclass: How to Get the Most Out of Your Vibration Program Thanks to Oil Analysis
Episode 1: What is Oil Analysis?
In the inaugural episode of the Fluid Life Unfiltered podcast, we’ll be chatting about “what is oil analysis?” and why you should care about taking oil samples to get them tested.
Guest: Jeff Walkup, VP, Sales & Marketing @ Fluid Life
Host: Kim McWatt, Director, Marketing @ Fluid Life
Episode 2: Let’s Talk About Varnish
No, not the kind you use for woodworking. In this episode of Fluid Life Unfiltered, we’re chatting about the effects of varnish in lube oil, how to monitor for it, and what you can do to prevent it .
Guest: Mark Shierman, Director, Client Services @ Fluid Life
Host: Kim McWatt, Director, Marketing @ Fluid Life
Episode 3: Is Copper Leaching Eroding Your Confidence?
Sometimes…no news is good news! Matt Quick, Fluid Life Director, Business Development, discusses the issues around copper leaching and how to detect it and reviews some interesting findings from a study Fluid Life conducted on ICP “high copper in oil” results.
Guest: Matt Quick, Director, Business Development @ Fluid Life
Host: Kim McWatt, Director, Marketing @ Fluid Life
Episode 4: The RE & ME Partnership
While Reliability Engineers and Maintenance Engineers have distinct roles and responsibilities associated with keeping equipment running efficiently and effectively, their partnership is like pairing a fine wine with cheese – it’s simply meant to be. André-Michel Ferrari discusses the differences and the interconnectedness between the roles of Reliability and Maintenance Engineering.
Guest: André-Michel Ferrari, Reliability Engineer @ Cogito Reliability
Host: Kailey Reekie, Account Manager @ Fluid Life
Episode 5: Checking in With Checkfluid
In this episode of Fluid Life Unfiltered, we’re checking in with Bernie Hall, General Manager at Checkfluid to learn more about the importance of proper sampling procedures and how it can affect the success of your oil analysis program.
Guest: Bernie Hall, General Manager @ Checkfluid
Host: Kim McWatt, Director, Marketing @ Fluid Life
Resources:
Selecting the Right Oil Sampling Valve (infographic)
Thread, Seal, & Dash Selection Guide (3 step process)
Application Valve Selection Chart (PDF)
Sampling Hardware Page
Episode 6: Unlocking Operational Excellence
The Role of Oil Analysis in the Pulp & Paper Industry
In this episode of Fluid Life Unfiltered, your host, Sean-Patrick Craig, Account Manager at Fluid Life chats with Brian Harris, owner of TriBoro Consulting. Brian is a seasoned professional in reliability and maintenance within the pulp & paper industry and shares insights into the pivotal role of oil analysis in ensuring operational efficiency and mitigating risks in machinery maintenance..
Guest: Brian Harris, Owner, TriBoro Consulting
Host: Sean-Patrick Craig, Account Manager @ Fluid Life
Other Appearances
Reliable Plant Interview: Risk Management for Critical Assets
In March 2023, Jeff participated in an in-depth follow-up interview with Reliable Plant’s Breanna Moll about his article comparing human health and machine health. In his article Jeff writes, “We proactively undergo examinations and diagnostic testing, and when the results aren’t what we were hoping for, we move Heaven and Earth to do anything we can to preserve our health and save our lives.” But, that’s not always how we treat our critical equipment.
Guest: Jeff Walkup, VP Sales & Marketing @ Fluid Life
Host: Breanna Moll, Managing Editor (Former), Noria
Original Posting on Reliable Plant and Noria’s YouTube Channel March 6, 2023.
Gear Talk Episode 012: Leadership Lessons in Lubrication
In this episode of Gear Talk, Wes sits down with Jeff to discuss leadership lessons in lubrication (love that alliteration).
If you’ve had the chance to hear Jeff speak at a conference, you’ll know he’s passionate about the impact of leadership on maintenance and reliability teams and how it drives innovation and excellence in facilities. Based on years of experience across all levels of leadership in an organization, Jeff’s insights will help you elevate your leadership skills.
Guest: Jeff Walkup, VP Sales & Marketing @ Fluid Life
Host: Wes Cash, VP of Services, Noria
Original Posting on Machinery Lubrication and Noria’s YouTube Channel February 12, 2024.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Vibration Program
Thanks to Oil Analysis
In this masterclass, you get the keys to improving your maintenance program through the relevant combination of vibration and oil analysis. Gain practical insights from the combined expertise of Fluid Life and Spartakus Technologies.
Guest: Marc Pinkerton, Senior Account Manager @ Fluid Life
Host: Yoann Urruty, Eng., CMRP – CMRP Senior Reliability Engineer @ Spartakus Technologies
Original Posting on Spartakus Technologies, March 28, 2025
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