With predictive maintenance, there is a way of detecting failure before it occurs through condition monitoring. What sets this type of maintenance apart from preventive maintenance is that there is some type of measurement. Eurofins TestOil Reliability Concierge Program Manager David Gawelek explains, “Predictive maintenance is focused on collecting data that will trigger when maintenance…
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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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Should new industrial oil be tested before use?
The unequivocal answer is yes—for two reasons: there needs to be 100% certainty that what was ordered is what was delivered; and most new oil doesn’t arrive clean—an initial analysis will reveal if it is contaminated enough to warrant remediation before use. Despite the obvious importance of this, research shows that only 39% of new…
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Advanced Coolant Analysis for Industrial Equipment Announced By TestOil
TestOil’s advanced coolant comprehensive slate includes all standard tests plus IC (Ion Chromatography) (ASTM D5827 Mod); HPLC (High Pressure Liquid Chromatography); and SCA Number (Calculated from nitrite-IC and molybdenum-ICP). IC (Ion Chromatography) (ASTM D5827 Mod): IC yields 10 results: contaminants (chloride, fluoride, and sulfate); degradation byproducts (glycolate, acetate, oxalate, and formate); and additives/inhibitors (nitrate, nitrite,…
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Oil Analysis Test: Coolant Analysis for HD Equipment Offered by TestOil
TestOil offers two coolant test packages that are conducted in their world class lab. The coolant standard slate, which delivers same day results, includes: Glycol Concentration (%)Specific Conductance (Conductivity) (uS/cm)Freeze Point (degrees C)Total Dissolved SolidsBoil Point ( degrees C)Elemental Analysis by ICP (ppm) pHTotal Hardness as CaCO3Visual AnalysisNitrites (mg/L) Benefits include extending drain intervals, avoiding failures,…
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