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Oil Analysis Test Frequency Guidelines

Oil Analysis Test Frequency Guidelines
Oil Analysis Test Frequency Guidelines There is no universal formula for determining oil sampling frequency, but most experts consider monthly sampling to be optimum for critical machinery.  However, when making this decision, it is important to consider the objectives of the oil analysis program. If the only objective is to perform condition-based oil changes, the…
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Oil Analysis Trending vs. Alarm Limits

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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Oil Analysis Training Class Schedule Announced by Eurofins TestOil

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

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

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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