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HOW DOES THE FLUID ANALYSIS PROCESS WORK?

Written by Toromont Cat | Jul 11, 2023 12:00:00 PM

Fluids such as oil, coolant, and diesel fuel play a vital role in the performance of your heavy equipment. Neglecting or using compromised fluids can have a detrimental effect on your machines, potentially leading to severe damage to the engine and other crucial components. As an authorized Cat dealer in Eastern Canada, Toromont provides the comprehensive fluid analysis service from Caterpillar. This service enables you to safeguard the health of your equipment, resulting in improved overall performance and a healthier bottom line.

Your samples will undergo evaluation at our state-of-the-art fluid analysis laboratory located in Pointe-Claire.

 

Ensure your fleet operates at peak performance with our fluid analysis program. By providing a clear understanding of your equipment's internal condition, it helps detect potential issues before they escalate into major disasters. Toromont’s Fluid Analysis Lab is an invaluable maintenance support program for you and your company. Our laboratory offers comprehensive analysis conducted by skilled technicians who assess various factors to provide a detailed assessment of your engine, transmission, powertrain, and other crucial wearable components.

 

Access your S∙O∙S fluid analysis results and our recommendations

conveniently through our online platform.

 

The fluid analysis process is designed to be seamless and effortless. Simply collect the required samples and send them to our laboratory, where our team of skilled experts will handle the rest. There are two convenient methods for collecting the sample: using an oil valve probe or utilizing vacuum extraction while the machine's engine is operating at its normal temperature. Ensure proper labeling of the sample by placing it in a designated bottle before shipping it to our lab.

 

Oil Sampling Guide

Fuel Sampling Guide

 

Additional Tests

In addition to our three main analysis programs, you can use a basic oil analysis bottle and request some additional tests, such as:

 

  • Viscosity - 40°
  • Viscosity - 100°
  • ISO 4406 - Particle count
  • Water - Karl Fischer
  • Glycol contamination
  • Fuel dilution
  • PQI - Ferrous particle
  • Acide number
  • Base number
  • Bio oil conversion validation

Comprehensive Fluid Analysis Services

Toromont offers comprehensive fluid analysis services to companies across diverse industries. Our laboratory is equipped to handle sampling for both Cat and non‐Cat equipment, catering to the following sectors:

 

Construction

Mining

Crushing and screening

Governmental

Power Systems

Truck

And more

 

By enrolling in our fluid analysis program, you gain the advantage of observing data trends over time. This enables you to compare sample histories effectively and identify any deviations from the normal trend. Such insights enhance the data interpretation quality, providing more meaningful recommendations and more relevant actions. Safeguard the performance of your equipment with the reliable services offered by Toromont.

 

Contact us to learn more about our fluid analysis services at Toromont


We’ll be happy to elaborate on our fluid analysis services and discuss your business needs in further detail. For more information, contact our lab team at (866) 569-5979 or soslab@toromont.com.