Oil Analysis
Oil analysis is one of the predictive maintenance tools which should be included in a good Predictive Maintenance System of condition monitoring. It provides diagnostic testing designed to evaluate lubricant condition, component wear and contamination in industrial applications. Routine fluid analysis can detect lubricant or equipment issues before major problems develop.
Whilst some machinery will always fail suddenly and catastrophically, most will trend towards failure over a period of time. If oil sampling is carried out at appropriate frequencies, these can be detected before failure occurs, thus giving time for remedial action to be organised, minimising unplanned plant downtime and maximising efficiency.
Monitoring the condition of the oil also allows you to optimize drain intervals so that you can capitalize on the fluid's full service life. Performing fewer oil changes minimises maintenance costs and maximises up-time.
Our Service
When initiating a new oil analysis testing program we work with our clients to determine an appropriate list of site critical assets. Once the scope has been established we will determine an appropriate sampling schedule and provide sample kits and a sampling pump for the client to collect samples at the schedule frequencies. Alternatively we can attend site to collect samples on behalf of the client.
Samples are then sent to a specialist tribology laboratory for analysis. An individual detailed report for each sample tested is supplied including a traffic light format warning system.
We collate this information and provide a summary report detailing recommended actions required plus copies of each individual lab report.
Full site specific method statements and risk assessments are provided prior to attending site and once initial inductions are completed our engineers are self-sufficient when on site so will not drain valuable site resources.
Survey costs are determined by the number of oil samples in each survey and any time required on site to collect samples. Contact us to discuss how we can help you to improve the reliability of your assets and reduce your maintenance costs.