The Oil Lab Ltd

29/07/2026

Laboratory Testing ServicesUrea Concentration:

Measures the exact percentage of high-purity urea to ensure it hits the 32.5% standard required for selective catalytic reduction (SCR) systems.

Contamination Analysis: Detects wear metals, fuel, water, or dirt interference using specialized FTIR analysis and elemental testing.Physical Properties: Evaluates refractive index, density, pH, and specific conductance.

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10/06/2026

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10/06/2026

Hydraulic oil analysis monitors the condition of your fluid and can detect early signs of degradation or changes that may impact performance. Fluid analysis can also reveal machinery health and indicate whether there is any wear on system components. It can also reveal the following:

Contaminantsin your hydraulic fluid, such aswater, dirt, metals, coolant or fuel

Oxidation and thermal degradation through tests like Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), which can monitor oil breakdown

Viscosity changes indicate the oil’s resistance to flow and may be a sign of contamination, oxidation or incorrect fluid use

Additive depletion,like anti-wear, anti-foaming and anti-corrosion agents that can deteriorate over time
Total acid number (TAN) changes, like an increased concentration of acid in the oil, can indicate oxidation and cause sludge buildup and corrosion
Increased particle count (ISO Cleanliness Code) may indicate the size and quantity of dirt, dust and wear debris present in the fluid

Water content in the fluid can lead to accelerated corrosion, reduced lubrication and oxidation

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06/01/2026

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10/11/2025

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09/06/2024

In engines, oil analysis can provide information concerning the condition of the air intake system by monitoring the silicon (dirt) levels in the oil. The levels of iron and aluminum can warn of piston and cylinder wear before a major failure occurs.

Bearing wear rates can be determined and action taken before the crankshaft becomes badly scored. Fuel dilution, anti‑freeze leaks and water entry can be detected while they are still minor problem

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17/03/2024

Oil sampling by a technician or a marine surveyor allows you to get a good look at the health of your engine without having to take it apart. Our marine engine oil analysis will show if your engine has any water intrusion, metal shavings, clutch wear, or indication of gear wear. So we can determine exactly what service your engine requires

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23/01/2024

Why it is Important to have an Oil Analysis

Oil analysis protects profits and equipment. An important part of predictive maintenance, oil analysis helps manufacturing plants and heavy-duty construction companies to extend the machinery’s life and guarantee performance.

Oil analysis

Industry estimates demonstrate that 75% of repair costs and equipment downtime are traceable to the use of polluted lubricants and fuels. Companies can detect contamination and prevent their machines from failing by conducting periodic oil analysis.

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The Oil Lab offers Oil and Fuel testing for the use of Individuals and Industry - set up in 1999 by

25/09/2023

Oil is the lifeblood of your engine, and like a blood test for the boat, an oil analysis can identify potential problems before they become major ones or even for a prepurchase surveys to understand everything is fine and as it should be - wear metals are a good indication if everything is working fine or elevated levels could indicate a problem…. Visit us at https://www.theoillab.co.uk/product-category/oil-testing/boat/

25/09/2023

Why do I need to get fuel tested? Testing your fuel is essential because in 2011 the EN590 fuel regulation was amended which has resulted in an increase in FAME biodiesel content and a decrease in sulphur content to almost zero, exposing fuel to the risk of a decrease in quality and an increase in contaminants.