LABORATORY EQUIPMENT FOR TESTING LUBRICANTS


                                       LABORATORY EQUIPMENT FOR TESTING

Laboratory testing for conducting quality assessments.

Lubricant Oil serves as the essential fluid for machinery, and analysing oil samples is crucial for evaluating the operational condition and efficiency of the equipment. Regular oil testing offers multiple advantages: it extends the lifespan of the machinery, optimises oil change schedules, and provides insights into the dynamic conditions within the equipment. This information is vital for planning maintenance activities accurately, thereby reducing the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns and minimising the risk of severe failures.

​After every batch of Blended Oil, its samples are taken to the Laboratory for checking its Viscosity Index. Too high viscosity can impede flow, while excessively low viscosity may compromise parts protection.



Below is the equipment used in the Laboratory Testing:

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VISCOSITY BATH SUITABLE TO 100 °C & 40°C

FLASHPOINT APPARATUS COC

POUR POINT 1 CHAMBER AT 51 C

HYDROMETER M-50 2 NOS

THERMOMETER-IP 51

TBN TITRATION APPARATUS

MUFFLE FURNACE

LAB ANALYTIC SCALE

LAB CHEMICALS FOR TBN

GLASS APPARATUS FOR LABORATORY

CONE PENETROMETER

AUTOMATIC GREASE WORKER

WHEEL BEARING TEST
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