Sampling and Analysis Service

The laboratory is ISO 9002 registered and carries out numerous tests on oils and coolants. Dependant on the initial findings the laboratory interpreters may carry out further tests at their discretion. Microscope photography may be used to provide additional evidence to support and record findings. All analysis reports carry a recommendation from the laboratory interpreter offering information and advice on any actions required. When a sample is received at the laboratory results are available within 48 hours. These are then e-mailed in pdf format direct to the recipient.

The basic tests are for:

WEAR RATE
Full spectrographic analysis of wear metals, oil additives and contaminants by ICP, ASTM D5185 that monitors and tracks metal wear particles, contaminants, and oil additive package elements.

VISCOSITY
Oil viscosity tested in centistokes at 40 deg C, ASTM D445

PARTICLE COUNT
Standard test for hydraulic oils to ISO 4406

KARL FISCHER
This test looks for water contamination

INFRARED
Analysis for engine oils to monitor oil condition and degradation. Reported as % allowable.

OIL CONDITION
Compares used oil to new oil to check the lubrication properties and to see if the oil is providing and maintaining its protective properties.

OIL CLEANLINESS
Determines if abrasive contaminants are contributing to accelerated wear.

GLYCOL, WATER & FUEL TEST
Looks for these contaminants in the oil and can give an early indication of ingress from the cooling or fuel system.

What Fluids Can Be Analysed

All types of oils can be tested, mineral, synthetic, bio-degradable, food grade, transmission, hydraulic, gear, transformer, turbine, compressor, heat transfer and quench, neat cutting, soluble, process, aviation, marine etc

The laboratory also undertakes fuels, coolants and grease analysis.

Automotive and industrial oils from all industries and in all applications including construction plant, mining, quarrying, HGV, marine, production machinery, manufacturing, aerospace, trains, industrial machinery, power stations and many more applications.

For competitive pricing contact Steven Ball on 01246 246102