Lube oil analysis is similar to blood work of a routine medical checkup. Usually if results are normal, everything’s okay. When a problem is noted, correct diagnosis can be made through further testing. Proper corrective action can then be taken to correct the problem and prevent further occurrences.
Tools in the machinery doctor’s diagnostic tool box:
Lube oil analysis
Vibration analysis
Proximity probes
Thermography analysis
Filter pressure difference monitoring
Machine performance monitoring
Audio-visual inspection