Category Archives: Data Interpretation

CLS Certified Lubrication Specialist Training Class Offered by Eurofins TestOil: a Great Foundation for Lubrication Program Success

Eurofins TestOil just announced a CLS Certified Lubrication Specialist Class March 22-24, 2022 in Cleveland.  This is an advanced lubrication course to prepare attendees for the STLE CLS certification exam. CLS certification verifies leading-edge knowledge of lubrication theory and mastery of the craft.   This 3-day class will cover all the material needed to tackle…
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Oil Analysis Training: Eurofins TestOil Announces 2022 Schedule

Eurofins TestOil is excited to announce our 2022 public training schedule. Now is the time to register for a class and increase your knowledge of lubrication programs. Click on dates below for more information and to register for your class of interest: Comprehensive Oil Analysis Dates: February 22-24 Nashville TN April 26-28 Baton Rouge LA…
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Oil Sample Testing ROI: Report Delivers Actionable KPIs

As anyone in management knows, metrics are essential. They serve as a starting point, roadmap and indicator of progress. Setting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) is just as important for oil sampling and analysis as it is for every other aspect of a business.                  Even though Eurofins TestOil has mastered the art and science of…
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What is MPC Oil Testing and What Does it Indicate?

What is MPC Oil Testing and What Does it Indicate? The Membrane Patch Colorimetry (MPC) test measures the color bodies of insoluble contaminants in lubricants. It uses solvent extraction to capture varnish and oxide insolubles from a fluid sample on a micron filter membrane (patch).  Varnish tends to color the patch and by measuring the…
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Portal for Oil Sample Test Data-Update Announced by TestOil

TestOil, the industry leader in lubricant testing, just announced a new, more robust platform for its trademarked DataSight customer portal.  While the primary value is the ability to seamlessly integrate new applications and functions into the portal going forward, enhancements that were instituted during the update process include: Searching and filtering improvementsMore intuitive navigationAlerts for…
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Determining Water Content in Oil

Determining Water Content in Oil https://youtu.be/AGoKvS8MDM0 If you are trying to determine the water content in an oil sample, one of the most common test methods is called the Karl Fischer Titration method. Karl Fischer Titration to Determine Water Content in Oil When we are using Karl Fischer Titration to determine water content, it is…
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