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Oil Analysis
Volvo CE Introduces Fluid Analysis Program for Fleets
The service expands on its existing Oil Analysis program and now encompasses lubricants, diesel fuels, diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) and coolants.
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
How to Master Your Oil Selection
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Ridgeline Lubricants Showcases Fluids Analysis Program
Fleet Maintenance
How Your Engine Oil Specification Can Help Achieve Sustainability Goals
Oil Analysis
TBN vs TAN for Used Engine Oil Analysis
Fleet Maintenance
Tips to Set Up Oil Analysis Program for Successful Predictive Maintenance
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Work Truck OEMs Face the Challenges of Climate Change Prevention & Technology Integration
With increasing emission regulations for diesel equipment, moves toward fuel options and more telematics and technology, work truck OEMs face many challenges.
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Dennis in the Dirt with Hammett Excavation: Technology Solves Labor Challenges
Dennis Howard of RDO Equipment shares his experience with Hammett Excavation's use of technology to help overcome labor shortages.
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Oil Analysis
Simple Solutions for Meeting Oil Cleanliness Specifications - Monitor
This is the second of a three-part series discussing the phases of an effective lubricant cleanliness program: start clean, monitor and stay clean
Oil Analysis
10 Questions to Evaluate Fluid Analysis Program Effectiveness
If you don’t have an answer for each of those questions, you are most likely not getting what you could out of your fluid analysis program
Fleet Maintenance
How to Safely Extend Preventive Maintenance Intervals
Risks associated with extending PM intervals can be mitigated somewhat with careful planning and a solid oil analysis program
Oil Analysis
Spectro Scientific Next-generation FluidScan Portable Oil Analyzers
Oil analyzer includes upgraded electronics, software, memory and ergonomics
Oil Analysis
How Lubricant Zone Inspections Benefit Early Problem Detection
There are three important inspection zones in common oil reservoirs and sumps, and each has a story to tell about your oil and machine
Equipment Management
[VIDEO] Caterpillar Demonstrates Best Practice Using a Vacuum Pump for Oil Samples
Video shows the step-by-step best practices for drawing a used-oil sample with a vacuum pump through a diesel engine's dipstick tube
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Oil Analysis
Spectro Scientific MicroLab Version 11 Software and MicroLab Companion Kits
Version 11 software brings improved oil analysis performance through new signal processing methods and features that provide additional capabilities and flexibility
Oil Analysis
Spectro Scientific FieldLab 58 Portable Fluid Analysis System
Battery-powered, integrated oil analysis system that provides quick and comprehensive oil analysis in the field
Oil Analysis
Regular Oil Analysis Can Save Costs, Reduce Chances of Catastrophic Failure
One common maintenance schedule across your fleet, and eliminating oil analysis, may be raising material and labor costs and increasing risk of catastrophic failure
Oil Analysis
How Used Oil Filter Analysis Can Unlock Equipment Reliability Problems
Used oil filter analysis may provide your best evidence of machine degradation, tracing a history of machine particles created and contaminants ingested over a period of time
Oil Analysis
Use Oil Analysis to Prove Equipment Engine Performance
With the newest engine oils now a year old, data from your oil analysis program can help contractors see just how well the new oils are working in their engines
Oils, Lubricants & Greases
Top Strategies to Manage Varnish in Construction Equipment
A no-tolerance approach to varnish is the best method to ensure varnish accumulation does not harm your oil or operating equipment
Oil Analysis
POLARIS Customer Summit 2017
The 2017 POLARIS Customer Summit (Nov. 1-3) is a 3-day conference featuring practical advice on building and maintaining an impactful fluid analysis program
Oil Analysis
How to Determine an Oil's Energy Efficiency
What type of data should be collected to determine an oil's energy efficiency
Oil Analysis
How Oil Analysis Can Promote Cost-effective Fleet Oil Change Management
Oil analysis can take the guesswork out of determining the "right" change intervals for your vehicle fleet.
Construction Toolbox
[APP] Submit Fluid Samples from the Field with HORIZON Mobile App
Using the HORIZON app, contractors can submit fluid analysis samples from the field, eliminating unnecessary paperwork helping ensure sample information is submitted immediately and accurately
Oil Analysis
Cortec Becomes Certified to Test Vapor Phase Corrosion Inhibiting Ability of Hydraulic Fluids
Cortec Laboratories is certified to perform ASTM D-5534 pass/fail testing to evaluate the vapor corrosion inhibiting effectiveness of both water- and oil-based hydraulic fluids
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Oil Analysis
Case 4-in-1 Systemgard Fluid Testing Kit
Systemgard kits provide advanced diagnostic, preventative maintenance testing designed to evaluate fluid condition, component wear and contamination
Oil Analysis
Video: Easy Field Tests for Onsite Oil Analysis
In this video, Noria’s Jeremy Wright describes three useful tests that you can perform in the field to evaluate the health of your lubricant
Oil Analysis
Video: The Truth About Additive Depletion
Noria expert Jim Fitch explains the two main types of additive depletion and why it is important for additives to deplete in order to save the oil, the machine or both
Fleet Maintenance
FluidScan Q1100 Infrared Oil Analyzer
Fleet Maintenance
SpectroTrack V2.0 Software
Fleet Maintenance
Integrated Lubricant Analyzer
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Fleet Maintenance
Early Detection Saves Equipment Lives
How oil analysis identifies problems early to cut repair bills, reduce downtime and increase equipment life
Fleet Maintenance
POLARIS Laboratories Named to Inc. 5000 List Third Year in a Row
Oil analysis service provider increases revenue by 55+% from 2007 to 2010
Fleet Maintenance
HORIZON 4 Data Management Software
Fleet Maintenance
Avoid Catastrophe and Cut Overhaul Costs
Cautious maintenance and operating practices promise extended engine life for your construction fleet.