Oil Analysis Trending vs. Alarm Limits Many static alarm limits are based on statistical analysis of a common grouping of machines under similar operating conditions. As long as machine is operated under similar conditions (load, speed, temperature, ambient environment) for a similar sampling and drain interval, the limits may have merit. [caption id="attachment_9345" align="alignright" width="146"]…
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Introduction to Particle Counting
Introduction to Particle Counting Particle counting may be performed using two different techniques, each with its own limitations and interferences, but one aspect they share in common is that they are both only a quantitative count. Neither method identifies the composition or source of the particles, they only provide a level of particles per ml…
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Safely Restarting Equipment: How TestOil Can Help.
TestOil has the resources to help successfully restart idled equipment and maintain it in optimal condition after that.
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Oil Analysis Training Class Schedule Announced by Eurofins TestOil
Eurofins TestOil, an industry leader for both oil analysis and oil analysis training, just published the 2024 Schedule of Oil Analysis Classes. The new schedule is as follows: April 9 @ 8:00 am - April 11 @ 5:00 pm: COMPREHENSIVE OIL ANALYSIS TRAINING CLASS AUSTIN May 7 @ 8:00 am - May 9 @ 5:00 pm: COMPREHENSIVE OIL ANALYSIS…
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Setting Up a New Oil Analysis Program: Best Practices Lead to Success
Onsite lubrication training at a large U.S. Wastewater Treatment Facility afforded Eurofins TestOil Lubrication Field Engineer Dwon Ruffin the pleasure of an in-person tour of the facility’s oil analysis program. The experience led Dwon to the conclusion that the location is a great example of how to correctly implement sample port additions, lubricant storage, and…
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Accurate Oil Analysis Results Start with Accurate Sample Label
Something as simple as the label on the oil sample bottle can significantly affect the accuracy of results. Too often, lab analysts are left trying to figure out what machine the sample is drawn from. The important fields for setting initial alarms on fluid sample results are fluid type and machine type. Per Matt McMahon,…
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