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When a Single Sampling Point Isn't Enough
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Oil analysis can reveal the health of your lubricant and machines, but in complex pieces of equipment, a single sampling point is often not enough to determine what’s wrong with your machine. Watch this video to learn the differences between primary and secondary sampling ports as well as when each type of port should be used.
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Common test methods used to estimate the air release and foaming properties of lubricating oils do not provide reliable information for industrial gear oils. Learn how a special test can deliver more accurate results.
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An oil's oxidation rate isn't a constant. Certain environmental factors can have a pronounced effect on the rate at which oxidation occurs. What are two of the largest oxidation catalysts that are commonly encountered?
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A lot of drivers rely solely on mileage as a gauge of when their oil needs to be replaced, but other factors come into play as well, such as the quality of the oil, the age of the car and how the car is driven.
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There's a reason your oil container has an expiration date. Particles and dirt compromise an oil's benefits, but so does age. Additives separate within oil, viscosity changes, etc. Learn the facts in Oil Analysis II.
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Most companies employ maintenance contractors for one of two reasons: they do not have the time to perform the service, or they do not have the expertise. Find out how you can protect yourself from contractors who inflate the facts with their version of the truth.
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Utilize different sources to define your oil analysis limits, including recommendations from the equipment manufacturer, the lubricant supplier, a third-party laboratory and statistical analysis of historical results. An evaluation of your procedures and lab results should help you come to the right conclusion and establish a more consistent oil analysis program.
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Machinery Lubrication: Archive
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