Category Archives: Program Management

Industrial Oil Analysis: How Often Should Critical Equipment be Tested?

Industrial Oil Analysis and Criticality: How Often Should Critical Equipment Be Tested? Critical machinery does need to have its oil tested more frequently than other machinery simply because the consequences of inoperability are more severe.                   Eurofins TestOil Data/Field Analyst Matt McMahon explains, “Some companies officially rank criticality and some don’t. However, even without a…
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Fuel Test for Industry Offered by Eurofins TestOil

Ohio-based oil analysis company Eurofins TestOil announced a new test to determine the biodiesel content in conventional diesel fuel. The test was developed in response to requests by industrial customers needing to ensure the fuel they use meets OEM requirements for biodiesel content.                 Eurofins TestOil notes that the addition of biodiesel to conventional diesel…
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Oil Testing Kit Available from Eurofins TestOil

Eurofins TestOil, the industry leader in lubricant analysis, just introduced TestOil NOW, a sensible solution for smaller businesses, service sites, and plant operations that want to start incorporating oil analysis into their maintenance routines, especially during this period of onsite worker reductions.           TestOil NOW is the simplest and most complete method for drawing oil…
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Oil Analysis Price: What to Expect

Is Synthetic Oil Worth It? OEM specifications usually cover the recommended oil for each type of machine they manufacture. Sometimes these are just guidelines, other times they are a requirement to remain in warranty. While synthetic oil is marketed as having superior performance, that’s not true in all cases and for all machinery. Some mineral…
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Employee Shortage Issues Eased by Eurofins TestOil Outsourced Reliability Program

Most companies that are experiencing staff shortages are spending a lot of time and effort on recruiting.  There are more efficient solutions, which include outsourcing. A primary example is leveraging  TestOil PRO for reliability program management.                  While TestOil PRO has been serving happy customers for years, it is an especially good solution in light…
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Oil Analysis Training: Comprehensive Class Announced by Eurofins TestOil

Eurofins TestOil just announced Comprehensive Oil Analysis Training April 26-28, 2022 in Baton Rouge, LA with an available remote option. The course will strengthen skills and elevate the competency of reliability and maintenance personnel including PdM Technicians, Plant Managers, Reliability Engineers, Reliability Technicians, Service Technicians—anyone involved in a lubrication program who wants to bump up…
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