Oil Analysis & Laboratory Testing

PdM360 Inc. has over 28 years experience in Tribology consulting and laboratory services in the industry. Our lubrication experts have extensive industrial application experience in Tribology and recognized as Fluid Power Specialists by IFPS. Unlike our competitors, our reports are ALWAYS generated and interpreted by our experienced reliability engineers - not by an automated system. Tailored recommendations are made and technical support is available around the clock.

We offer wide laboratory testing packages for: Hydraulic & Gear oils | Cutting & Coolant fluids | Insulation fluids for Electric Transformers. 

 This is our most comprehensive test package for those who demand the full picture of their oil/equipment. The package determines the status of both the physical and chemical properties of the oil.  Typical equipment monitored are: Ammonia Compressors, Gear Boxes, Air Compressors, Turbine Units, Construction & Mining Equipment, Stamping Presses, Injection Molding and Hydraulic Units. 

Tests included in the package: 

  • ISO particle count ( ISO 4406 )

• Viscosity test (@ 40° C)

• Spectrograph Analysis (ICP scan)

• TAN ( total acid number – D974 )

• Water Content / Karl Fischer test (ppm)

• Debris Analysis test with digital photo (100x)

 This package is designed to monitor and measure the deterioration in the insulating fluid as well as the assessment of the “Solid Insulation” by measuring the   

Furan derivative compounds in the oil (Optional)

 Tests included in the package:  

• Acid Number ( ASTM D-974 )

• Water Content / Karl Fischer ( ppm )

• Dielectric Breakdown Voltage ( ASTM D-877 )

• Color Number and Visual Examination ( ASTM D-1500, 1524 )

• Specific Gravity ( ASTM D-1298 )

• Interfacial Tension ( ASTM D-971 )

• Dissolved Gas Analysis ( ASTM D-3612 )

 Furanic Compounds ( Cellulose Degradation ) ( ASTM  D-5837)