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It's More than Just Fluid Analysis…
POLARIS Laboratories® provides complete testing and analysis for oils, fuels, coolants and metalworking fluids for numerous applications in almost any industry. We enable you to see exactly what's happening inside a piece of equipment with both the fluid and the unit. The information we discover is our most valuable commodity — a commodity that can mean the difference between profit and loss for our customers.
Test List with Explanations - All Fluids
Oil Analysis
Imagine being able to see the damage even extremely minute wear particles and debris can do to your equipment. Oil analysis is a preventive maintenance tool that can find problems before they become catastrophic failures, which means less unscheduled downtime and increased equipment reliability, productivity and profitability. Oil analysis with POLARIS Laboratories® can:
- Extend oil drain intervals
- Extend equipment life
- Identify small problems before they become catastrophic failures
- Maximize asset reliability
Additional Resources
- How to Read an Oil Analysis Report
- How to Take an Oil Sample
- Related Technical Bulletins
- Wear Metals Guide
- Oil Analysis Training
- FAQ's
Wear Debris Analysis
Wear debris analysis is the microscopic examination of the particles present within a lubricant. Identifying what types of particles are being generated is helpful in determining their source and whether or not they are damaging to the equipment.
Technical Bulletins
Fuel Analysis
Fuel analysis can identify problems affecting fuel filter life and diesel engine performance such as filter plugging, loss of power or poor injector performance. Testing bulk fuel storage tanks can verify compliance with required supplier specifications.
Biodiesel Fuel Analysis
Testing biodiesel fuel deliveries can also be instrumental in avoiding potential maintenance problems. Like petroleum-based diesel, biodiesel can contribute to fuel filter plugging if physical properties aren't monitored regularly. Suitability for use is more of a concern with biodiesel as its natural composition allows for a typical shelf life of about six months. As degradation begins, a natural breeding ground for biological growth can develop quickly and testing therefore becomes imperative.
Technical Bulletins
- Biodiesel Fuel Dilution Can Increase Wear Rates
- Biodiesel Standards Confirm Fuel Quality, Help Develop New Engine Designs
- Test for Bacteria, Fungi, Mold to Monitor Biodiesel “Shelf Life”
Additional Resources
Coolant Analysis
Coolant analysis takes the guesswork out of properly maintaining a cooling system and can identify maintenance problems before catastrophic engine failure occurs. Regular coolant testing and routine maintenance can help you achieve maximum system efficiency and save you time and money in less unscheduled downtime, fewer repairs and determining proper drain intervals.
Coolant formulations are designed to minimize pitting, corrosion, cavitation, erosion and electrolysis but you can maximize their effectiveness by using coolant analysis to identify these conditions and determine whether or not the coolant you're using is providing adequate protection.
Additional Resources
- How to Read a Coolant Analysis Report
- Related Technical Bulletins
- Coolant Analysis Test Packages
- How to Take a Coolant Sample
- Related Technical Bulletins
- Training
- FAQ's
Metalworking Fluids
Metalworking fluids are typically oils, water soluble oils, synthetics and other specialty fluids that are used in industrial machining, boring, stamping, grinding and cutting applications to increase lubrication, reduce wear and thermal deformation (cool), improve surface finish and flush away chips from the cutting zone. They are most often tested for contamination, water content and heat resistance and corrosion properties. Testing ensures that fluid properties meet the requirements of the manufacturing processes in which they are being used and should take into consideration application, purpose and composition.
Specialty Testing
Specialty testing is often requested when standard testing identifies specific issues or concerns that require more information or clarification. View Specialty Testing list.
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News
POLARIS Laboratories® Announces 2013 Public Training Classes
POLARIS Laboratories®, an innovative leader in the fluid analysis industry, has announced its public training class schedule for 2013. Whether attendees are just beginning to establish fluid analysis best practices or they've been in the industry for years, these classes will expand their knowledge of oils and coolants and help them understand the importance of doing fluid analysis and doing it well.
POLARIS Laboratories® Opens New Fluid Testing Lab in Moscow, Russia
The company has now expanded into Russia with the opening of POLARIS Laboratories® Russia, the official representative of POLARIS Laboratories®, located in Moscow.
Training
Denver
Cooling Systems Maintenance
May 28, 2013Denver
Oil Analysis
May 29-30, 2013Orlando
Oil Analysis
July 24-25, 2013
Tradeshows & Conferences
Saskatchewan Oil and Gas Show
Weyburn, SK
June 5-6, 2013Oil Sands Trade Show
Fort McMurray, AB
September 10-11, 2013
