Martin Williamson has more than 15 years of technical experience with contamination control, onsite analysis, data management, filtration and food-safe lubricants. Martin also operates his own lubrication consulting and contracting firm. Prior to operating his own business, Martin launched and managed the Noria UK office in Chester. During his employment with Noria he was a Senior Technical Consultant and Trainer. He was also a contributing author to Practicing Oil Analysis magazine, Machinery Lubrication magazine and Lube-Tips, in addition to presenting technical papers at various conferences. Some of Martin's former clients include Severn Trent Water, Qatar Gas, Cargill Europe, Thames Water, Nexen Inc., Saudi Electricity Company and  Polyflor.

Martin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in (Mechanical) Engineering from the University of Cape Town. In addition, Martin has completed several advanced courses in lubrication and materials technology at the South African Institute of Tribology. Martin also holds the following professional certifications: CMRP, MLA I and MLT I.

Other important skills:

• Field experience in pulp and paper, automotive manufacturing, power generation, steel manufacturing, mining, off-shore platforms, mobile plant and injection molding.

• Establishing fluid cleanliness monitoring and predictive maintenance programs.

• Environmental and Safety Standards

• Contamination Control