Maintenance Vocabulary - Industrial Machinery Mechanics

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Wrench

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A tool used for gripping and turning objects, typically nuts and bolts.

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Bearing

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A machine element that allows for rotational or linear movement while reducing friction.

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Shaft

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A rotating machine element that transmits power or motion.

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Belt

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A looped strip of flexible material used to transmit power between pulleys.

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Coolant

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A fluid used to remove heat from a system, often in machinery.

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Lubrication

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The process of applying a substance to reduce friction between surfaces.

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Alignment

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The arrangement of components in a straight line to ensure proper function.

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Overheating

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A condition where a machine exceeds its normal operating temperature.

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Breakdown

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A failure of a machine or system to function properly.

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Preventive maintenance

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Regular maintenance performed to prevent unexpected failures.