Importance of oil analysis

 Lubricants can not be re-used, can they?

Lubricants can not be re-used and should be replaced is a Myth. Well, the fact is with today’s advanced technology and lubrication reliability practices, reusing lubricants saves a large amount of money that is spent on replacing them.

With the right lubricants reconditioning practices used for different contamination challenges, Lubricants are made fit and as good as new for the Equipment.

Now, let us understand why Oil Analysis should be performed on a regular basis.


Oil Analysis is often skipped or performed in an unscheduled manner which affects the machine's performance and life.

Challenges related to lubricants which one can easily avoid with scheduled analysis gets worse  because of poor oil analysis practices

Below are some reasons Why scheduled Oil Analysis is Important:

1) Keeping a check on the lubricant's condition.

2) Knowing What type and How much Contaminants are present, makes reclamation easier.

3) Healthy Lubricant = Healthy Machine.

4) Lubricants have an Expiry Date too.

5) Knowledge of Wear Particles in your Equipment helps in maintenance planning.

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