Used Oil Analysis - Trending Analysis

Oil analysis of lubricants is a vital tool in avoiding costly failures and ensuring a long life for your machinery and equipment. The four main components of condition monitoring are: Analysis for wear metals to provide an indication of the mechanical condition of the unit and allow early detection of faults. Physical testing to detect the presence of contaminants which can indicate problems (eg. Fuel or water in engine oil and/or cross contamination of lubricants). Test cleanliness of oils to ISO 4406 and NAS 1638. Assessment of the condition of the oil to estimate it’s remaining service life and allow cost effective top up rather than an unnecessary oil change. Analysis of the oil to ensure the correct type and grade have been used and that the appropriate additives are present