About OilDoc
Knowledge Transfer and Expertise in Lubricant Technology
OilDoc stands for first-class knowledge transfer and practice-orientated training. As one of the leading providers of seminars, in-house training courses and online training, the OilDoc Academy in Brannenburg offers experts from a wide range of industries an ideal platform for comprehensive training in lubricants, tribology and lubricant analysis.
The OilDoc Academy in Brannenburg, Upper Bavaria, is the go-to resource for professionals from a wide range of industries who wish to deepen their knowledge of lubricants, tribology, and machine monitoring. Through seminars, workshops, and symposia, the academy offers practical, customized training solutions designed to meet the specific needs of the industry.
Since 2012, OilDoc has also been offering certificate courses specifically designed to prepare for the internationally recognized certifications as a Certified Lubrication Specialist (CLS) and as a Machinery Lubrication Analyst (MLA II).
In addition, companies benefit from in-house training sessions that are conducted on-site and tailored to the specific needs of each client.
OilDoc GmbH’s comprehensive range of services is complemented by the preparation of in-depth reports and a customized troubleshooting service. Companies worldwide rely on OilDoc’s expertise to increase the efficiency of their machinery, minimize downtime, and optimize the service life of lubricants.
Managing Director Rüdiger Krethe, an engineer, worked in product management for industrial oils after completing his studies in mechanical engineering and tribology. He subsequently led the OELCHECK diagnostics team for 15 years. For more than 25 years, Rüdiger Krethe has been sharing his expertise in tribology, lubricants, and oil analysis as an IHK-certified trainer in seminars. He is a “Certified Lubrication Specialist” (CLS) of the STLE and a “Machine Lubricant Analyst II” (MLA II) of the ICML.
Rüdiger Krethe is a BDSH-certified expert in lubricants and lubricant monitoring—and thus the only expert in this field in the German-speaking world.
OilDoc GmbH was established as a spin-off of OELCHECK GmbH.
OELCHECK – Europe’s leading laboratory for lubricant and fluid analysis.
The company is headquartered in Brannenburg, Upper Bavaria (Germany). It was founded in 1991 by Barbara and Peter Weismann under the name WEARCHECK and renamed OELCHECK in 2009. OELCHECK is 100% family-owned and is therefore completely independent.
With a lubricant, operating fluid, or coolant analysis from OELCHECK, maintenance and replacement intervals can be adjusted to reflect the actual condition of the machinery and oil levels. In addition to greases, coolants, and fuels, OELCHECK can analyze lubricants from gearboxes, engines, hydraulic systems, transformers, turbines, compressors, heat transfer systems, and refrigeration units, among others. Each analysis is precisely tailored to the specific component being tested. With the goal of extending the service life of the lubricant and the service life of the machines.
OilDoc Conference & Exhibition
Since February 2011, the company has been offering the OilDoc conference every two years, the trend-setting platform for all aspects of lubrication, maintenance and tribology.
The next OilDoc conference will take place from June 15–17, 2027.
Learning in an inspiring atmosphere
Expand your knowledge through our series of events: diagnostic engineers from OELCHECK, experts from OilDoc, and renowned external speakers will share their expertise with you.
Modern seminar rooms, first-class catering, and our location in the picturesque Bavarian Alpine foothills—with a wide range of recreational activities—provide the ideal setting for effective learning.
