Overview

The conversation explored One Eye Industries magnetic filtration technology as a way to extend equipment life, reduce fluid consumption, and support condition-based maintenance.

Technology Value

• Rogerexplained that the filters capture particles smaller than conventional oil filters can remove, without restricting fluid flow.
• The reusable magnetic elements can last more than 25 years and are used across engines, turbines, compressors, coolant systems, grease, powders, flour, and chocolate.
• A customer reportedly extended equipment life by two to four times and reduced consumption of lube oils, coolant, and transmission fluid by 50%.

Adoption Questions

• Industry acceptance has increased as equipment lead times and parts shortages make asset-life extension more important.
• OEMs are adopting the filters to reduce failures during warranty periods, while some customers remain reliant on OEM-directed maintenance practices.
• How can filtration data be integrated into oil analysis and predictive-maintenance systems when current reporting often excludes particles smaller than four microns?
• How canOne Eye Industriesfurther demonstrate value to maintenance and reliability professionals?

Outline

Conversation Context

• Scottintroduced the discussion as an exploration of asset management, reliability, and filtration.
• RogerrepresentedOne Eye Industriesas its founder and inventor.

Company Origins

• Roger described his background in road building, logging, and equipment operation.
• The company name came from a story about a resilient one-eyed grizzly bear.

Technology Development

• The concept emerged after Roger found metal filings in a rebuilt engine.
• He combined magnetic filtration with conventional filters to capture fine contamination while preserving flow.

Applications And Results

• The technology supports industrial engines, mining equipment, oil and gas systems, turbines, compressors, and food-processing applications.
• Magnetic elements can be inspected for wear debris, providing a visible condition-monitoring indicator.
• Reported benefits include longer equipment life and lower fluid consumption.

Market And Future Direction

• Industry adoption is increasing because new equipment and replacement parts can require years to obtain.
• The company is beginning to explore additional data capabilities for predictive maintenance.
• ScottandRogerdiscussed connecting throughLinkedInand exploring participation in the SMRP conference.