MLT/MLA Level I Combo Class (AMRRI)
2018-09-17 - 2018-09-20 | Cleveland, OH

Effective Grease Practices Workshop
2018-10-09 - 2018-10-10 | JD Brown Center, 410 Kings Mill Rd, York, PA, 17401, United States

MLT/MLA Level I Combo Class (AMRRI)
2018-11-12 - 2018-11-15 | Houston, TX

MLA I / MLT I
2019-10-21 - 2019-10-24 | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This course will prepare the attendee for the ICML Machine Lubrication Technician Level I certification exam. The course will focus on proper greasing, oil lubrication methods, oil and grease sampling and setting up and maintaining a lubricant analysis laboratory or lab provider relationship.

To register please follow the links below:
MLA I
MLT I

Machinery Lubrication Engineer (MLE)® Preparation Workshop--On Demand
2020-04-24 | Live Online with MRG Labs, PA, United States
This recorded workshop will provide the attendee an overview of the elements of the new Machinery Lubrication Engineer certification. This workshop is not meant to be a comprehensive review of all aspects of the MLE Body of Knowledge, but those with a strong lubrication and reliability background will find this workshop helpful for focus on the Body of Knowledge elements. Those attending the MLE Workshop may find this class to be a useful refresher.
There are three 2-hour sessions recorded as videos from the live presentation of this workshop in April 2020.
Additional materials will be provided for independent study.
Participants can schedule an MLE exam at an in-person event, or through the online Examity system.
For any questions about these classes, contact us at 1-717-324-5921.
To register please follow the links below:
MLE

Metals Lubrication Workshop
2020-05-19 - 2020-05-20 | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
Steel, aluminum, and metalworking present unique challenges to equipment reliability and lubrication of these capital-intensive production environments. Gearboxes, roller bearings, wire drawing dies, machining centers, hydraulic reservoirs and electric motors are all operated in an environment that frequently includes very high temperatures, corrosive chemicals, and the accumulation of dirt and once molten debris in oils and greases. When an experienced and capable workforce is armed with the knowledge of lubrication best practices, including filtration, lubricant sampling and analysis, and condition-based lubrication replenishment, life extension of critical components and reduction in O&M costs can be substantial.
Metals professionals will gather for a two-day workshop to tackle machinery care and reliability improvement issues through laboratory time, classroom workshops, and hands-on training. The goal of this workshop will be to share and learn best practices in reliability-based lubrication and lubricant analysis techniques, with the goal of delivering cost-saving solutions to the attendees and their companies.
Event Flyer HERE
To register please follow the links below:
Metals Industry Workshop

MLA II - Online and Live
2020-06-01 - 2020-06-05 | Live Online with AMRRI, At Your Location, PA, United States
This course will prepare the attendee for the ICML Machinery Lubrication Analyst Level II certification exam. The course will focus on proper greasing, oil lubrication methods, oil and grease sampling and analysis, and setting up and maintaining a lubricant analysis laboratory or lab provider relationship. Attendees will experience a lab environment as the instructor demonstrates a number of key sampling and analysis test from our remote lab. Numerous simulations and demonstrations are incorporated into the live demo, so it just isn’t a “talking head”. Instructor takes the class into the field in a working, machinery intense agricultural enterprise for valuable lessons on how to find issues and improve reliability of lubricated equipment.
With this course, attendees will also learn how to ensure proper selection and application of lubricants, obtain representative samples, provide meaningful analysis, and take the right course of action for optimal machinery reliability.
Class Schedule will be as follows:

Monday through Friday – 9:00-11:00 CDT – 120 Minute Session
Monday through Friday – 1:00-3:00 CDT – 120 Minute Session

If you plan on taking the ICML Certification Exam this class is a good choice. Materials will be mailed to the students upon receipt of payment, which is required before the first day of class. The earlier the payment is received, the more time the student will have to review the materials. Also, we will hold a simulated exam at the end, a test-drive of the ICML process under timed conditions so the student can evaluate their readiness for the certification exam, when it is next available. Unlike the ICML exam, we will review the answers together afterwards, and help you understand how to improve your performance for the real thing.
To register please follow the links below:
MLA II

GreaseThief® Boot Camp
2020-07-14 - 2020-07-15 | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
The GreaseThief® Boot Camp is a two-day, highly focused workshop introducing the tools and techniques for inservice machinery grease sampling and analysis. In addition to classroom time that give the background on the development of the current ASTM standards for sampling and analysis, much of the time spent is hands-on in the lab, learning from experts like MRG Labs Manager Richard Janosky and data analyst and Quality Manager Gretchen Kowalik, as well as the inventor of the Grease Thief, Rich Wurzbach. Bring your own samples to the lab to test (up to 8 samples, a $950 value), and get firsthand knowledge of the sampling process, the proper use of Grease Thief sampling kits, and the streamlined analysis process including Die Extrusion, Grease Colorimetry, and many other tests. For those who are ordering Grease Thief analysis equipment or kits for their company or lab, or are just investigating grease analysis, this workshop will arm you to implement a successful grease analysis program in a quick, efficient and effective manner. Also, get the chance to see and use the GreaseMonkey™ automated robotic grease testing system.
To register for this event, Click HERE
Private, company workshops can be scheduled for groups of 4 or more, or you can participate in a public scheduled Boot Camp. To schedule a private session, please call us at 717-843-8884.rea
Event Flyer HERE

Laboratory Lubricant Analyst II
2020-08-11 - 2020-08-15 | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
MRG Labs’ LLA II training covers the body of knowledge set forth by the International Council of Machine Lubrication (ICML).

Lubricant Health Monitoring – 20 different types of tests and their ASTM standards, with Data Correlation and Exception Testing
Testing for the Wrong or Mixed Lubricants
Contamination Testing: Water, Glycol, Soot, Fuel, Air, Particles
Wear Particle Monitoring and Analysis
Data Interpretation
Lubricant Roles and Functions

If you plan on taking the ICML Certification Exam please remember to register for the exam on ICML’s website with sufficient notice to ensure you can take the exam as scheduled.
To register please follow the links below:
LLA II

MLA I / MLT I - Live and Online
2020-09-14 - 2020-09-18 | Live Online with MRG Labs, PA, United States
Training follows the Body of Knowledge for ICML
This course will help prepare the attendee for either the Level 1 Machine Lubricant Analyst™ (MLA1) or the Machinery Lubrication Technician™ (MLT1) certification exams. The course will focus on proper greasing, oil lubrication methods, selection of proper lubricants, maintenance strategies, and all aspects of the ICML MLT-I Body of Knowledge. The MLA-I adds elements of oil and grease sampling and analysis, and setting up and maintaining a lubricant analysis laboratory or lab provider relationship. The students will be in a mixed environment with all topics covered, with significant overlap in the Body of Knowledge of MLT-I and MLA-I.
With this course, attendees will also learn how to ensure proper selection and application of lubricants, obtain representative samples, provide meaningful analysis, and take the right course of action for optimal machinery reliability.
Class Schedule will be as follows:

Monday through Friday – 9:00 CST – 50 Minute Session
Monday through Friday – 10:30 CST – 50 Minute Session
Monday through Friday – 2:30 CST – 50 Minute Session
Monday through Friday – 4:00 CST – 50 Minute Session

If you plan on taking the ICML Certification Exam this class is a good choice. Materials will be mailed to the students upon receipt of payment, which is required before the first day of class. The earlier the payment is received, the more time the student will have to review the materials.
Numerous simulations and demonstrations are incorporated into the live demo, so it just isn’t a “talking head”.
To register please follow the link below:
MLA I/MLT I

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-01-14 13:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Grease Sampling per ASTM 7718.
These free webinars will be each Thursday, at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-45 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-01-21 13:00 - 13:30 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Grease Colorimetry.
These free webinars will be each Thursday, at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-45 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-01-28 13:00 - 13:30 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Measuring Ferrous Debris in Greases.
These free webinars will be each Thursday, at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-45 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-02-04 13:00 - 13:30 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Measuring Grease Consistency Changes by Die Extrusion and ASTM D7918.
These free webinars will be each Thursday, at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-45 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

ICML MLA-II Training Course
2021-03-15 08:00 - 2021-03-19 17:00 UTC | JD Brown Center, 410 Kings Mill Rd, York, PA, 17401, United States
The Machinery Lubrication Technician-II curriculum meets the standard set by the International Council for Machinery Lubrication (ICML). Candidate must have received 32 hours of documented formal training in machinery lubrication as outlined in the Body of Knowledge for MLT II.
Course Outline
I. Lubricant roles and function (4%)
II. Oil Analysis Maintenance Strategies (4%)
III. Oil Sampling (29%)
IV. Lubricant health monitoring (21%)
V. Lubricant contamination measurement and control (25%)
VI. Wear Debris Monitoring and Analysis (17%)
Click here to register.
Training instruction will take place March 21th-25th, and the exam will be administered on March 25th.
If you plan on taking the ICML Certification Exam please remember to register for the exam on ICML’s website at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the course. ICML Exam Registration

Grease Thief Boot Camp - IN PERSON
2021-04-05 08:00 - 2021-04-07 17:00 UTC | JD Brown Center and Live Online, 410 Kings Mill Rd, York, PA, 17401, United States
The Grease Thief Boot Camp is a three day-5hrs a day, highly focused workshop introducing the tools and techniques for in-service machinery grease sampling and analysis. In addition to live classroom time giving the background on the development of the current ASTM standards for sampling and analysis, much of the time spent learning from the inventor of the Grease Thief, Rich Wurzbach.
Get firsthand knowledge of the sampling process, the proper use of Grease Thief sampling kits, and the streamlined analysis process including Die Extrusion, Grease Colorimetry, and many other tests.
For those who are ordering Grease Thief analysis equipment or kits for their company or lab, or are just investigating grease analysis, this workshop will arm you to implement a successful grease analysis program in a quick, efficient and effective manner. Also, get the chance to learn about the GreaseMonkey™ automated robotic grease testing system.
Private, company workshops can be scheduled for groups of 4 or more, or you can participate in a public scheduled Boot Camp. To schedule a private session, please call us at 717-843-8884.

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-04-22 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Analytical Ferrography.
These free webinars will be each Thursday, at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-45 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

Pulp, Paper and Packaging Workshop
2021-04-27 - 2021-04-28 | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
Pulp, Paper and Packaging professionals will gather for a two-day workshop to tackle machinery care and reliability improvement issues through laboratory time, classroom workshops, and hands-on training. The goals of this workshop will be to share and learn best practices in reliability-based lubrication, lubricant analysis techniques and cost-saving solutions.
To register please follow the links below:
Pulp and Paper Workshop

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-04-29 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Wind Turbines.
These free webinars will be each Thursday, at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-45 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-05-06 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of MOV.
These free webinars will be each Thursday, at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-45 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-05-13 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of ATP.
These free webinars will be each Thursday, at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-45 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

Metals Industry Lubrication Workshop
2021-05-18 08:00 - 2021-05-19 17:00 UTC | JD Brown Center, 410 Kings Mill Rd, York, PA, 17401, United States
Metals Industry Workshop: Reliability-Based Lubrication
Steel, aluminum, and metalworking present unique challenges to equipment reliability and lubrication of these capital-intensive production environments. Gearboxes, roller bearings, wire drawing dies, machining centers, hydraulic reservoirs and electric motors are all operated in an environment that frequently includes very high temperatures, corrosive chemicals, and the accumulation of dirt and once molten debris in oils and greases. When an experienced and capable workforce is armed with the knowledge of lubrication best practices, including filtration, lubricant sampling and analysis, and condition-based lubrication replenishment, life extension of critical components and reduction in O&M costs can be substantial.
Metals professionals will gather for a two-day workshop to tackle machinery care and reliability improvement issues through laboratory time, classroom workshops, and hands-on training. The goal of this workshop will be to share and learn best practices in reliability-based lubrication and lubricant analysis techniques, with the goal of delivering cost-saving solutions to the attendees and their companies.
Register for the workshop HERE.
Workshop Outline
1. Lubricant Analysis Testing
Lubricant Health
Contamination
Wear Debris

2. Oil and Grease Analysis Case Studies
Industry Examples
Participant provided reports

3. Contamination Control
Proper sampling collection
Differentiating wear metals from production metals
Contaminant quantification
High temperature induced contaminants
Contaminant removal

4. Machine Retrofits [Hands-On]
Splash bath sumps
Pressurized circulating systems
Breathers and Filters
Oil sampling
Grease sampling

5. Building Work Practices in a Digital World
Machinery and System Surveys
Building Lubrication Routes
Efficient Data Collection
Information Management Methods
Case Analysis and Execution

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-05-27 13:00 - 14:00 UTC
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Grease Reports and what to look for.
These free webinars will be each Thursday, at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-45 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

MLT/MLA Level I Live Online Training
2021-06-07 08:00 - 2021-06-11 17:00 UTC | Live Online with AMRRI, At Your Location, PA, United States
Machine Lubrication Technician & Machine Lubrication Analyst Level I

This course will help prepare the attendee for either the Level 1 Machine Lubricant Analyst™ (MLA1) or the Machinery Lubrication Technician™ (MLT1) certification exams. This training will cover the key information that every maintenance mechanic, millwright, electrician or lubrication technician would need to know in order to perform machine lubrication work activities with optimum effectiveness. The Dual course also provides an introduction into the field of condition monitoring using oil sampling and analysis.
For more details on this course, review our Course Outline
For a breakdown of course scheduling, you can review our Course Schedule
You can register for the course HERE

Cement and Mining Lubrication Workshop
2021-06-14 - 2021-06-15 | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
Cement & Mining professionals will gather for a two-day workshop to tackle machinery care and reliability improvement issues through laboratory time, classroom workshops, and hands-on training. The goals of this workshop will be to share and learn best practices in reliability-based lubrication, lubricant analysis techniques and cost-saving solutions.
To register please follow the links below:
Cement and Mining Workshop

LLA I Training - In Person or Live Online
2021-06-21 08:00 - 2021-06-23 17:00 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
One course, two format options – To offer flexibility and encourage full participation, this course will be simultaneously presented both in person and for a virtually live class. The choice is yours, either participate in person in York, PA or join through our virtual platform.
Compliant with ISO 18436-5, The Laboratory Lubricant Analyst Level I (LLA I®) course targets laboratory technicians performing daily activities, according to established ASTM procedures associated with testing of lubricant samples.
MRG Labs’ LLA I course covers the full body of knowledge as set forth by the International Council of Machinery Lubrication. By spreading the 24-hours of instruction over 5 days, we allow plenty of break time and still keep the schedule from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. US eastern standard time.
The training blends classroom with lab insights, and theory with real-world experience. You will get advanced lubricant analysis instruction, as well as live demonstrations of laboratory instrumentation, sample preparation, and results diagnosis.
Course Outline:

Sample handling, cleanliness and contaminant re-suspension
Lubricant Health Monitoring – 16 different types of tests and their ASTM standards
Reagent Management and chemical handling
Instrument Calibration
Equipment and glassware cleaning and preparation

The course will be delivered by recognized subject matter expert Rich Wurzbach and is intended for lab technicians in a commercial laboratory and those responsible for on-site lubricant analysis for condition monitoring.
The 5-day course is also designed to prepare participants to qualify for and take the Laboratory Lubricant Analyst Level I (LLA I®) certification exam.
Register Here

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-06-24 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Root Cause Failure Analysis.
These free webinars will be once a month at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-60 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-07-15 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Robot Grease Sampling and Analysis.
These free webinars will be once a month at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-60 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here

MLT/MLA Level I: In-Person and Live Online
2021-07-27 08:00 - 2021-07-30 17:00 UTC | JD Brown Center and Live Online, 410 Kings Mill Rd, York, PA, 17401, United States
MLT/MLA Level I Class Description
This course will help prepare the attendee for either the Level 1 Machine Lubricant Analyst™ (MLA1) or the Machinery Lubrication Technician™ (MLT1) certification exams.
The course will focus on proper greasing, oil lubrication methods, oil and grease sampling and setting up and maintaining a lubricant analysis laboratory or lab provider relationship. MLA I training will cover the important topics of sampling and analysis, and includes hands-on opportunities in an operating oil and grease analysis laboratory. The course also establishes technologies to monitor program success, ensuring optimal machinery reliability and plant productivity. The Dual course also provides an introduction into the field of condition monitoring using oil sampling and analysis.
Register HERE
We will be offering limited In-Person seating for this course, for private sessions please contact us (717) 843-8884

Grease Thief Thursday!
2021-08-19 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | Live and Online with SambaLive!, 410 Kings Mill Road, York, PA, 17401, United States
This Thursday, we will be covering the topic of Proper Grease Storage and Handling.
These free webinars will be once a month at 1pm Eastern US time and will feature demonstrations, presentations and case studies of the world of Grease Sampling and Analysis. Led by Rich Wurzbach and the MRG Labs team, these 30-60 minute sessions provide Q&A opportunities.
If you have been considering grease analysis for your assets, this is the opportunity to learn more and be able to take the steps to set up a successful program.
This webinar is free and joining details will be sent to your email prior to the session.
Register Here
