5 Benefits of Regular Fluid Analysis for Your Equipment

5 Benefits of Regular Fluid Analysis for Your Equipment

Oil, coolant and diesel flow unseen through your equipment, but they offer valuable insights into its condition. Equipment may function well on the surface while minor issues slowly cause damage. When you send fluid samples to a lab, testing can show contaminants that impact your machine’s performance.

The Importance of Equipment Fluid Analysis

The benefits of fluid analysis for heavy equipment are extensive.

1. Save Money

Regular fluid analysis can reduce your owning and operating costs through the early detection of issues. An analysis will identify contaminants that could lead to breakdowns, which means you can resolve the problem before it gets more costly.

2. Get Detailed Equipment Information

Fluid analysis involves testing for any contaminants that may cause wear on the machine. These include metals, water or dirt. Fluid analysis can also find indicators of leaks so you can repair them before they cause other issues inside your machine.

3. Lengthen Equipment Life Span

Equipment lasts longer when it gets regular checkups and maintenance. Fluid analysis is one vital check you can do on a regular basis to increase a machine’s life span. This service reduces the number of repairs you need throughout ownership. It also boosts the equipment’s efficiency and keeps the internal components in better condition.

4. Reduce Repairs and Downtime

Learn about potential issues early before you get an unexpected breakdown. Fluid analysis tells you about your machine’s condition and allows you to fit repairs into your schedule. When you detect minor problems early, you can avoid the extensive repairs that come with major breakdowns.

5. Improve Resale Value

The benefits of regular oil analysis still apply if you’re preparing to sell your equipment. Potential buyers appreciate all the information they can get about a machine. A detailed service history will let them know you took care of the equipment and it’s likely to last a long time. Buyers often pay more for machines with thorough service reports because they know they’re getting a quality addition to their fleet.

Why Choose Foley, Inc. for Your Fluid Analysis Testing?

Our Fluids Analysis Lab specializes in not only Cat® equipment, but also all makes of construction equipment; including marine, industrial, engine power and on-highway engines. Be assured Foley Fluids Lab will provide you with the most reliable and accurate test results for your equipment.

Our state-of-the-art ISO 9001 Certified fluid analysis lab is ready to assist you with your testing requirements. Contact the Fluids Analysis Lab at 215-245-2833 or Fluids-lab@foleyinc.com to learn more about how to collect and send your sample. You can also fill out and submit the contact form found on this page for more service and pricing information.

At Foley, Inc., we’ve been selling equipment since 1957. We’re also a one-stop source for the services you need to keep it performing at its peak — including fluid analysis. Find your nearest location or talk to our team online to discuss this service in more detail.

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