Why WDA

Operation problems in machines, engines and other components are often reflected in quality condition of the lubricant oil being used. Regularly scheduled lubricant analysis can identify mechanical problems before they impact the efficient running of machinery, avoiding costly headaches later on. Lubricants have to work under demanding conditions, exposed to constant high pressures, temperatures and other harmful factors, including water contamination, corrosion, raw fuel, and air ingested particles. Scheduled lubricant quality testing and expert advice can avoid and mitigate costly component or system failures and unscheduled maintenance

A Powerful Technique which predicts the internal condition of the machine in a on intrusive way by the study of worn particles. A small sample of lubricating oil or grease is needed to prepare a slide on a glass plate for examination under a powerful microscope with the help of various light conditions. The shape, size, texture, color and concentration indicate the machine as well as the oil status. Physical and chemical properties tests along with microscopic examination reveal the oil condition and its usability.

Benefits

  • Root Cause Analysis

  • Avoids Costly Downtime By Early Detection Of Root Cause.

  • Eliminates Unnecessary Pre-Maintenance

  • Conserves Costly Lubricant

  • Improves Equipment Performance And Reliability

The four main components of condition monitoring are

  • Analysis for wear metals to provide an indication of the mechanical condition of the unit and allow early detection of faults.

  • Physical testing to detect the presence of contaminants which can indicate problems (e.g. Fuel or water in engine oil and/or cross contamination of lubricants).Test clean lines so foils to ISO4406 and NAS1638.

  • Assessment of the condition of the oil to estimate its remaining service life and allow cost effective top up rather than an unnecessary oil change.

  • Analysis of the oil to ensure that the correct type and grade have been used and that the appropriate additives are present.