The Crude Oil Quality Association (COQA) is dedicated to the belief that maintaining the integrity and consistency of the refining characteristics of crude oil streams is of importance to all parties involved in crude oil activity, from production locations to the refinery. The COQA believes the commonly used industry standards of gravity and sulfur do not adequately define crude oil quality, and should be expanded to include other characteristics. The COQA is opposed to the alteration of crude oil streams, such as through the injection of processed gas liquids, without the knowledge and consent of the parties involved

The 2025 Spring Committee on Petroleum Measurement Standards Meeting (COPM) will be on March 10–14, 2025, in San Francisco, California. It will be open to industry professionals who wish to participate.

Lubricant Expo is North America’s leading exhibition and conference event dedicated to the lubricant industry. Connecting lubricant solution providers with end-user buyers and the entire chemical and equipment supply chain, the show attracts thousands of engineers and executives each year.

Meet some of the most talented and brightest minds in the industry and make those critical oil and gas measurement contacts.

Join your peers and the tribology community for the 79th STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition, May 18-22, 2025 at the Hyatt Regency in Atlanta, Georgia (USA). Each year STLE’s conference showcases some 500 technical presentations, application-based case studies, best practice reports and discussion panels on technical and market trends. Our exhibition and popular Commercial Marketing Forum spotlight the latest products and services of interest to lubrication professionals that come from around the world, representing a full range of the industry’s most prestigious corporate, government and academic institutions.

Don’t miss this premier event where professionals in tribology and lubrication engineering from around the globe come together to share the latest advances, network, and enhance their knowledge. Join us to explore:

Cutting-edge Technical Sessions covering advancements in lubrication, tribology, and related disciplines.
Innovative Exhibitions showcasing the latest products and services from leading companies.
Networking Opportunities with industry leaders, peers, and experts.
Professional Development Courses to enhance your skills and credentials.

The mission of the Reliable Plant Conference & Exhibition is to educate, connect and inspire. As a forum where experts and experienced professionals can educate and interact directly with those searching for solutions, Reliable Plant inspires machine reliability through knowledge sharing, hands-on product exposure and networking among peers. Inspirational case studies and answer-oriented learning sessions inform attendees of industry best practices, while an exhibit hall filled with innovative technologies equip end users with the tools needed to implement world-class reliability in their plants. By providing a healthy dose of perspective that cannot be obtained within the confines of a workplace, Reliable Plant is changing the world one idea, one person, one machine and one plant at a time.

We are excited to be back announcing the 2025 CAT DSG SOS Conference. This year’s Conference will be hosted by Ziegler CAT at the Radisson Blu Mall of America in Minnesota.

We will have an agenda packed with information as well as attendance from vendors throughout our industry. This is an excellent opportunity to see what is going on with new technology, software and other elements within the tribology, condition monitoring and performance solutions world. It’s also a great time to build stronger dealer and vendor relationships to help your businesses be successful.

Save the date for the COQA fall conference at the Menger Hotel in San Antonio. As usual, prepare for two days of subcommittee meetings, presentations, and social/networking events!

Details TBD.

Get some much-needed Reliability and Relaxation next summer at Reliable Plant 2023. Find solutions to your plant’s biggest challenges with the help of top experts and vendors — then celebrate with the whole family at the Caribe Royale Resort & Conference Center. Your suite is big enough to accommodate families of all sizes, so you can all experience the best parks, restaurants and museums Orlando has to offer.

Make this summer unforgettable with a little help from Reliable Plant.

Flavorcon connects technical and business know-how for global innovation with the latest insights into trends, ingredients, formulations, research and technology. Presented by Perfumer & Flavorist+, this uniquely tailored event will dive into organoleptic science & technology, regulations, market data & insights, and product development. With presentations by global thought leaders in the industry, attendees will gain the insight and knowledge they need to create innovative flavors that consumers will savor for years to come.

Join your peers and the tribology community for the 78th STLE Annual Meeting & Exhibition, May 19-23, 2024 at the Minneapolis Convention Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota (USA). STLE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition is the industry’s most respected venue for technical information, professional development and networking opportunities. Each year STLE’s conference showcases some 500 technical presentations, application-based case studies, best practice reports and discussion panels on technical and market trends. Our exhibition and popular Commercial Marketing Forum spotlight the latest products and services of interest to lubrication professionals that come from around the world, representing a full range of the industry’s most prestigious corporate, government and academic institutions.

Reliable Plant & Machinery Lubrication brings a wide array of knowledge and focused tracks of high-quality material to help you get results back at the plant. From Monday workshops and hands-on learning sessions to industry-led panels and more, Reliable Plant & Machinery Lubrication is the place for today’s maintenance and reliability professionals. Watch this space as we announce new workshops, sessions, and speakers over the coming months.