Advanced oils, lubricants and treatments since 1887
Main Switchboard: +44 (0)1484 713201
Technical Help Desk: +44 (0)1484 475060
Advanced oils, lubricants and treatments since 1887
Main Switchboard: +44 (0)1484 713201
Technical Help Desk: +44 (0)1484 475060
Usually oil is changed after a certain length of time or number of miles. Depending on driving conditions and patterns, oil can need changing sooner than the OEM recommendation.
Oil sample analysis gives information on viscosity, additive levels, oxidation and contamination, as well as wear metals that can indicate premature wear of engine or gearbox components. Millers Oils can then advise when it’s time for an oil change – avoiding expensive breakdowns.
Long haul, start-stop driving in all weather and with heavy loads can take its toll on a vehicle – and in a competitive market with tight deadlines, any unplanned down-time comes at a premium.
Depending on driving conditions and patterns, oil may not need to be changed after the specified distance or time, and unnecessary oil changes can add surplus costs to a business.
Regular oil sample analysis enables businesses to not only monitor the condition of a vehicle’s oil, but also its engine and gearbox. By testing the viscosity and additive levels of the oil, as well as checking for contaminants and wear metals, we can advise when it’s time for an oil change – helping you to both avoid costly breakdowns and unnecessary costs.
In many industrial applications, the sump is often filled with oil then left to run throughout the year without an oil change. Bearings, gearboxes, actuators, valves and ejector pins can start to stick or wear, without the maintenance department knowing.
If the oil isn’t sampled regularly, it’s impossible to know whether everything is running smoothly, or if the machine is on the verge of a costly break down. Frequent oil sampling keeps the maintenance department informed of both the condition of the oil and the machine components, allowing maintenance to be planned around production – saving both time and money.
Viscosity
Viscosity is crucial for optimum lubrication, and can change due to contamination or oxidation.
Contamination
Oil can become contaminated by environmental factors such as water, dust and debris, as well as by other oils.
Wear metals
Wear metals in the oil offer an insight into not just the health of the oil but the health of the machine components. High levels of a certain metal can indicate that a particular component may need replacing soon.
Additive level
Additives such as anti-wear, anti-corrosion etc. become depleted over time as they fulfil their purpose in the oil.
Select either the Premium kit which is one sample kit or the Advanced kit which is two sample kits and then proceed to payment.
Our sample kits are available to buy online for UK based customers only – prices exclude VAT. For any further information please call our sales team on 01484 713201.
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