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How to Determine
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OIL ANALYSIS
By Bill QueSnel, WeArcHeck cAnAdA
Management
Oil Analysis
Best Practices for Using
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There is no question that an effec-
tive oil analysis program lowers
maintenance costs on rotating
equipment. The trick is knowing how to run an
effective oil analysis program. Organizations
must be proactive so the solution to an oil-
related problem is not always an oil change.
The real benefit of oil analysis is using the data
to steer you toward solutions to eliminate
lubricant issues. This article will describe the
best practices for using oil analysis to monitor
your lubrication management program.
Getting Started
Are you waiting until you have imple-
mented basic lubrication management
strategies before taking those first oil
samples because you know the results will be
bad? Don't hesitate to start your program.
You likely will see many problematic oil
samples, but that is no reason to delay
sampling. Oil-related problems are opportu
-
nities for your lubrication program. The
worse the problem is, the better the oppor-
tunity for a cost-effective solution that will
translate into big savings for your mainte-
nance budget's bottom line.
Start sampling before you begin making
improvements in order to establish baselines
on the condition of your lubricants and
lubricated equipment within the plant. Addi-
Lubrication