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Oil Analysis Testing: On-site vs. Off-site
The first and often the obvious option is to have an on-site oil analysis lab to process all oil samples collected. There are many pros to this option. Turnaround time for results can be controlled in house. There is no dependence on an outside resource. Testing packages can be altered easily, etc. However there are also cons to this option. Expensive equipment must be purchased and maintained. Testing supplies must be inventoried and purchased on a routine basis. Lab technicians must be trained for each test procedure. At least one lab analyst must be trained to interpret test results. This alone requires a technical skill that often takes years to acquire and refine.
Another option for testing samples would be to bargain with the lube vendor supplying the plant. Who knows better what is in the oil and what it should look like – especially if there are any formulation changes? Often lube suppliers will offer to perform oil analysis for “free” if the company will purchase all their lubes from said company. It has been said that letting the vendor make all the decisions around oil analysis is like “Letting the fox guard the henhouse”. One must consider if it is better to pay extra for an oil analysis program or to turn the program over to a vendor and then have limited control on most decisions. Remember, lube manufacturers are in business to sell lubes, not oil analysis. Also remember that the supplier has little to gain by offering poor results. If they tell you it’s good and your machine fails, it will be on their head. If we tell you the oil is bad so you’ll change it and you find out otherwise, you will completely lose trust in them.
The third option might be to contract with an outside lab to test collected oil samples. The pros and cons of this option, in many cases, are almost opposite of those listed in option one. Also, one must realize that there are many oil analysis labs in business and almost each one has its own idea of how oil analysis testing should be performed. Sure, there are standard ASTM tests that all labs follow. How those tests are used in unison can make a drastic difference in the success of an oil analysis program. For instance not all equipment needs a particle count. Each sample does not need to have a ferrographic slide made. Each test performed on an oil sample costs money. This is another reason to make sure that you choose the correct oil analysis provider.
Choosing the Best Oil Analysis Provider
If it is determined that contracting an outside lab is the best course for your oil analysis program, care must be taken to insure that the lab is a good fit for your company. As previously stated, there are as many different approaches to oil analysis as there are types of cars. This is not saying that any one approach is better or worse than another. It simply means that it is important to match a lab with the predictive maintenance strategies that your plant employs.
It should also be understood that many labs serve specialty industries. Some cater to the transportation industry while others are primarily power, petrochemical, etc. While a particular oil analysis lab may not specialize in the industry you work in, if you give them a call they will still agree to perform your testing for you. The question that must be answered is “will I receive the correct tests and does the lab have the experience required to be my oil analysis provider?”
There are several other considerations that must be taken into account. Some of them might be:
What is turnaround time on samples?
What does pricing include? Shipping cost/site visits from lab, training, rush samples, sampling, supplies, lube audits, re-tests, etc.?
Will technical help be available? Does it cost extra?
How long will the contract last? What would it cost to “drop” the contract?
Report distribution
Management reports and online access to program data
If you have any questions about your current oil analysis program, contact TESTOIL. We can help you create a world-class oil analysis program for your plant.
FTIR Enhancement of Turbine Oils
Earlier this year, TESTOIL modified our FTIR analysis for turbine oil and began reporting new, enhanced parameters. We improved the data interpretation to generate these new parameters which provide our customers a more detailed oil analysis of the health of their turbine oil.
New parameters include:
Thermal Event Acid – A degradation mechanism of the fluid caused by micro dieseling or spark.
Acid – Final oxidation mode of the lubricant. Could be oxidation in the presence of water.
Amine Antioxidants – Measurement of amine antioxidants in the lubricant.
Aromatic Additive – Measurement of aromatic additives in the oil.
Base Oil Aromatic – Measurement of the aromatics contained in the base oil.
Oxidation Ester – Measurement of oxidation in the absence of water.
Phenolic Antioxidants – Measurement of phenolic antioxidants in the lubricant.
Important Note
In order to perform the enhanced FTIR Turbine oil analysis we will need you to supply us with a 3 oz Virgin Sample of your turbine oil to keep on file. It is critical to receive the reference sample in order to accurately measure the new FTIR parameters. Pleaseuse the label below to submit your Virgin Sample.
Questions?
In order to create and maintain a world-class oil analysis program you need to have the support and dedication of your lab. The analysts at TESTOIL are available at any time to discuss concerns about your equipment or overall program.
Contact the Lab at 216.251.2510 or via email at [email protected].
New Software Updates Put You In The Driver’s Seat
TestOil is committed to continually improving the services and tools we provide to our customers. With that said we would like to share with you some of the exciting new advancements we have made to our web-based reporting application, also known as DataSight.
DataSight is one of the most advanced web-based tools available in our industry. It is a simple, organized, one-stop solution for program management that makes any oil analysis program more effective.
Our latest update to DataSight includes a new DASHBOARD which comes bundled with a comprehensive suite of clever tools that provide our customers with a snapshot of their entire oil analysis program. The dashboard has been specifically designed to help our customers streamline their oil analysis program management.
The new dashboard features:
A Monthly Scorecard, which is a snapshot view of the tests run for the month based on machine and lubricant, as well as the location where the sample was pulled.
Sample Trends is a overview of sample volume completed over the past 18 months.
Exception Trend graphically depicts machine anomalies and lube anomalies also based on the past 18 months.
The Repeat Offenders table identifies specific problems with equipment and what problems you’re noticing
Lastly, Examples Due By Month is a table based on the schedule that you have already set up within your customer website.
With all these features and benefits, DataSight sets the industry standard for oil analysis program management. To learn more about DataSight click on the link below to view a recorded webinar and learn how these updates will change the way you manage your oil analysis program, forever.
