Why test?

Generators are utilized in multiple applications – ships, locomotives and numerous facilities and situations that require back-up power. Some run continuously – others, only rarely. An effective, well-implemented oil analysis program will optimize operational health and ensure equipment reliability.

Routine testing and analysis identifies:

• dust and dirt ingression that can cause internal component wear
• water or coolant contamination can lead to overheating and oil gelling
• fuel dilution can reduce viscosity and lubricity jeopardizing the protection of metal surfaces
• excessive soot which thickens the oil and prevents dispersants from adequately suspending damaging soot particles
• depletion of the oil’s base number which reduces its ability to fight the formation of acids that can corrode metal surfaces