You've likely heard the age-old saying, "Never assume..."—a piece of wisdom that holds profound significance, especially when it comes to the condition of your received oil. Countless articles delve into the intricacies of oil quality upon receipt, revealing that it may or may not be in acceptable condition for immediate equipment use. While confirming oil viscosity and additives is standard practice, assessing particle contamination and water concentration is equally vital for peak performance.

The viscosity numbers may deviate, and contamination levels might exceed the supplier's intentions. Human error, subpar filling techniques, barrel cleanliness, condensation, cross-contamination, and additive drop-out—these are just a few factors that can impact the quality of your oil when it reaches your dock.

First Move: Oil Analysis!

When new oil arrives, don't leave it to chance. Take a sample and dispatch it to the lab for a comprehensive analysis. This crucial step confirms viscosity, composition, and contamination levels, establishing a baseline for your oil's health. It also provides valuable insights for evaluating storage techniques, allowing comparisons over the oil's effective life. If analysis results reveal deviations in viscosity or composition, rejecting the oil is the prudent choice. In cases of elevated particle or water contamination, proactive filtration before storage or application use is a strategic move.

Our Recent Revelation

Our colleagues from Trico purchased a barrell for internal testing and analysis. The surprising revelation unfolded with gear oil, an industry where OEMs typically recommend 17/14/12 for industrial gearbox use. Our analysis uncovered a cleanliness level of 20/19/15—far from the recommended standards. Enter our solution: employing a High Viscosity Hand-Held filtration unit, we kidney looped the oil in the drum, successfully reducing contamination to an acceptable, usable condition(more of that in our case study section).

Dont just talk about quality, verify it. Our recent oil analysis journey reinforces our commitment to ensuring every drop meets the stringent standards for optimal equipment performance.

?️✨ Never Assume – Always Verify Your Oil With Oil Analysis! ✨?️