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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
January 9, 2018
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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
December 6, 2017
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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
October 4, 2017
Varnish is the product of a chemical reaction within oil which leads to a new chemistry being created that is different from both the oil and its additives.
Oil Analysis
How to Determine an Oil's Energy Efficiency
What type of data should be collected to determine an oil's energy efficiency
May 3, 2017
The energy saved is measured in terms of what is utilized to move or operate the machine. For example, for a combustion engine, the reduction in fuel consumption would be measured. For an electric motor and/or gearbox, the reduction of electric energy (voltage, current and power factor) would be measured.
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.
March 21, 2017
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Five Key Considerations to Ensure Oil Analysis is Done Correctly
If oil analysis is not done correctly, it becomes a waste of time, money and energy
October 25, 2016
There are several fundamentals that must be performed correctly to get the maximum value from an oil analysis program.
Fleet Maintenance
Early Detection Saves Equipment Lives
How oil analysis identifies problems early to cut repair bills, reduce downtime and increase equipment life
December 15, 2011
Sophisticated lab equipment, such as this Inductively Coupled Plasma Spectrophotometer, is highly sensitive and capable of determining trace amounts of wear metals and contaminants in used oil.
Fleet Maintenance
Avoid Catastrophe and Cut Overhaul Costs
Cautious maintenance and operating practices promise extended engine life for your construction fleet.
February 17, 2011
Maitenance practices, such as using a quality oil, can greatly extend time to overhaul.
Fleet Maintenance
Expand Fluid Analysis to Reduce Construction Equipment Downtime
Including hydraulic and transmission fluids, gear oils and coolants in your oil analysis program can help to reduce the risks of component failure and downtime in your construction equipment fleet. Testing at regular intervals can also help to establish wear and contaminant trends.
February 28, 2009
Regular testing of transmission oils, hydraulic fluids, gear oils and other fluids can ensure the long-term health and longevity of critical system components. Image provided by POLARIS Laboratories.
Oil Analysis
Step Up Your Oil Analysis Program
Going beyond the basics increases ROI in today's market.
August 7, 2008
Oil analysis can be a very powerful tool, but the benefits are often under utilized. Image courtesy of POLARIS Laboratories.
Oil Analysis
What is Your Fluid Telling You?
Learn how to use fluid analysis reports to spot potential problems.
February 12, 2007
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Oil Analysis
Tailor Your Fluid Analysis Tool
Defined goals, detailed documentation, established procedures and trend tracking yield the best results.
June 19, 2006
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Oil Analysis
Routine Oil Analysis Saves $25,000
Sampling program prevents catastrophic engine failure
November 23, 2005
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