An AGAT Laboratories Used-Lubricant Analysis Program can supply information needed to properly monitor systems and permit well-informed decisions regarding the continued maintenance and operation of equipment. For example, by monitoring oil regularly, small easy to manage problems may be identified and resolved before they evolve into large unmanageable costly problems. Downtime that could interrupt process streams can be minimized, thus limiting lost revenue and salaries and decreased customer satisfaction. AGAT Laboratories’ used-lubricant testing program can confirm suspicions as well as indicate what type of repair and maintenance work may be necessary so that it can be planned during regular shutdown and not result in unproductive downtime.

AGAT Laboratories Used Oil Analysis Program will determine safe change intervals, when to sample, contamination and degradation levels, indicate abnormal wear levels and abnormal operational results. All results are chronologically listed to help spot trends, one of the most important tools in preventive maintenance programs. Deciding on a solid preventive maintenance program is as simple as asking "How much peace of mind do I want?"

Preventive maintenance expands beyond used lubricant testing to monitoring fuels and coolants. AGAT Laboratories’ expertise and experience in the industry have proven time and time again the importance of preventive maintenance programs. With access to nineteen different divisions and diversified services and personnel, the Tribology Division sets the standards for used lubricant, fuel, and coolant testing programs.

Some of the industries utilizing this service for specific needs are:

Transportation: The transportation industry has used this service for many years to determine the extended drain intervals to reduce lubricant costs and ensure that lubrication needs are met for public transit and highway transportation applications.

Oil and Gas Processing Facilities: Plants and refineries need to have their processes operating safely and continuously to meet consumer needs. A preventive maintenance program has helped save millions of dollars in downtime, reduced lubrication costs and ensured plant safety

Equipment Suppliers: Equipment manufacturers have used this service prior to dismantling equipment in identifying problems and causes. This type of testing has also been instrumental in settling warranty disputes.

Agriculture and Farming: Our rural clients have used preventive maintenance and fuel testing to determine when and what repairs or maintenance is necessary, prior to the season start or during the off- season. Fuel analysis has also been used to determine the quality of fuel that has been in storage containers over winter.

Pulp and Paper: The pulp and paper industry has used lubricant testing to ensure that production streams stay on line and in good operating condition. Within some applications in this industry, economics does not allow for duplicate equipment to be available, so the operation of the stand alone equipment becomes vital to the success of the facility and the livelihood of its employees.

Automotive Industry: The automotive industry has used lubricant testing trend history to determine the resale value of vehicles and to provide proof of regular maintenance and equipment condition.

Aerospace Industry: This industry must rely on used lubricant analysis to ensure the safe operation of aircraft engines and hydraulic systems. Used lubricant testing may detect some defects in the system that cannot be detected by the human senses. Therefore, regular testing is a necessity as failures in this industry can be catastrophic beyond comprehension.