The world's best manufacturers and formulators of lubricants are constantly seeking ways to improve their products in order to keep pace with the development of higher speed machinery. These products must meet the demands of equipment that is run at over 100 per cent name plate capacity, or which is subjected to a variety of extreme operating conditions. This text was written to provide those who must select and apply lubricants with a comprehensive resource on what products are available, what factors matter most in a lubricant, which lubricants are most effective for specific applications, and how to distinguish mere sales talk from relevant facts. The full scope of industrial lubricants are addressed, including general purpose oils, hydraulic fluids, food-grade and environmentally friendly lubricants, synthetic lubricants, greases, pastes, waxes and tribosystems. Detailed coverage is provided on lubrication strategies for electric motor bearings, gear lubrication, compressors and gas engines, and steam and gas turbines. Other topics include proper lubricant handling and storage, as well as effective industrial plant oil analysis practices.