Frequently Asked Questions

Oil condition monitoring uses analysis of an in-service lubricant to assess lubricant condition, contamination and indications of equipment wear. The appropriate test set depends on the oil, equipment and monitoring objective.

Chem-Tech lists testing for engine, hydraulic, gear, transmission, turbine, compressor and other industrial oils. Share the lubricant type and application so the team can confirm the relevant capability.

Yes. Fresh-oil testing can support quality or specification checks, while used-oil analysis can support condition monitoring and investigation. Identify whether the sample is new or in service when requesting a quotation.

Provide the lubricant name and grade, equipment or component, operating context, sample date, sampling point and the reason for testing. The laboratory team will advise if further information is required.

A comparison may be possible when suitable reference and in-service samples are available. Explain the comparison objective before submission so the laboratory can recommend an appropriate test plan.

Oil-analysis results can support trending when samples are taken consistently and the equipment and lubricant history are clearly identified. Contact the team to discuss a monitoring programme.

Gear oils are included in Chem-Tech's lubricants-testing capabilities. The recommended parameters depend on the gearbox, lubricant and purpose of the investigation.

A selected engine-oil scope may review lubricant condition, contamination and wear-related indicators. The appropriate parameters depend on whether the sample is fresh or used, the engine application and the testing objective.

Hydraulic-oil testing can combine fluid-condition, contamination, wear-related and cleanliness measurements. Chem-Tech should confirm the scope from the fluid, system and investigation objective.

A turbine-oil scope may consider condition, acidity, water, cleanliness and oxidation-related indicators. Results should be reviewed with operating history and previous sample data.

Technical support may be requested with the report. Provide equipment history, operating conditions and previous results where available to give the discussion useful context.

Send the oil type, whether it is fresh or used, the equipment or application, number of samples and testing objective. The team will review the requirement before confirming a quotation.