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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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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