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ICML Showcases Industry-Leading Certification Solutions at Lubricant Expo N.A.

February 13, 2026 · ICML

ICML is a Supporting Sponsor of this North American expo for a third year in a row. We are bringing more people and scheduling more stage time, along with the first-ever LAT exam session!

Illustration for ICML Introduces Lubrication Apprentice Technician (LAT) Certification to Reduce Critical Knowledge Gaps in the Global Maintenance & Reliability Workforce

General News

ICML Introduces Lubrication Apprentice Technician (LAT) Certification to Reduce Critical Knowledge Gaps in the Global Maintenance & Reliability Workforce

February 2, 2026 · ICML

The new apprentice exam is ICML’s direct response to Voice of the Customer feedback seeking access for individuals with minimal lubrication experience.

General News

ICML Welcomes Kelley Evans, Matthew Collins, and Mike Ramsey as new Board Members

January 28, 2026 · ICML

The trio brings a powerful and diverse combination of business oversight experiences with functional backgrounds spanning multiple disciplines and industries.

Articles & Thoughts

5 Reasons I Chose to Recertify My ‘VPR’ Credential

November 11, 2025 · Khashayar Hajiahmad

Guest author Khashayar Hajiahmad shares the thought process that took him on a deep dive into the evolving science of varnish control, leading him to identify five practical reasons that justify renewal of his VPR varnish badge for another three years.

Articles & Thoughts

Biolubricants and the Future of Strategic Lubrication

November 4, 2025 · Oscar Castro

Guest author Oscar Castro highlights how modern biolubricants are reshaping lubrication programs, outlining the key benefits that today’s decision-makers should weigh when considering their options for performance, compliance, and sustainability.

General News

Certified MLT Members Wanted for Help with Doctoral Research Survey

July 16, 2025 · ICML

A PhD candidate at Carolina University invites MLT I and II credential holders to take part in a time-sensitive research survey about organizational leadership perceptions in your workplace.

Articles & Thoughts

Evolution of Lubricant Specifications (2010–2025): A Certified Practitioner’s Perspective

July 14, 2025 · Rocio Rupay Aguedo

Guest author Rocio Rupay outlines key developments in lubricant specifications, including updates with API SQ, ILSAC GF-7, and ACEA E11, within the context of evolving engine technologies and regulatory demands. As a certified Machinery Lubrication Engineer (MLE)®, she offers a trained perspective on how these changes impact lubricant performance, compliance, and selection criteria in real-world applications.

Articles & Thoughts

The Ultimate Guide to Food-grade Lubricants

July 7, 2025 · Raul Fernandes

Guest author Raul Fernandes shares this comprehensive primer on food-grade lubricants, regulations, selection tips, contamination risks, and myths.

General News

ICML e Library The go-to resource for all things lubrication

June 25, 2025 · ICML

Available anytime, anywhere, the ICML eLibrary is a multi-media resource of educational content on lubrication and machine maintenance.

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