Whether you operate over-the-highway trucks, or any other type of vehicles your fleet represents a large investment, and sometimes the difference between profit and loss depends on keeping operating costs low. Knowledgeable owners understand the benefit of proper maintenance and care of equipment. Through the routine monitoring of the condition of your vehicles WearCheck offers you a service to aid your maintenance practices. WearCheck's oil analysis service detects abnormal equipment condition before that equipment runs into costly repairs, with time to schedule corrective action. This reduces the cost of your repairs. Problems are caught early, minimizing unscheduled, costly downtime. WearCheck helps you to extend the life of your valuable investment.
WearCheck's Oil Analysis Program only requires you to take a small sample of the oil from each component being monitored. You are provided with clear and concise directions, forms and sample bottles needed to submit samples to the WearCheck laboratory.
After you have taken the sample you simply fill out an information sheet and submit it with your oil sample to the WearCheck laboratory. Once the sample is received several tests are performed to assess the conditions of the component. Once complete you receive a detailed oil sample report with a concise diagnosis and clear recommendations.
WearCheck provides access to ADOAPT, our industry standard RESTful API that allows you to fully integrate your oil analysis results and program with your CMMS or EAM platform that will automate all the essential oil analysis program tasks to ensure your oil analysis program is both efficient and effective and provides maximum ROI for your oil program budget.
WearCheck's Oil Analysis is being effectively used today for a broad range of mechanical equipment, operating in a wide variety of industries including transport, marine, mining, construction, agriculture and the military.
| Test | Test Method | Description | ENG | HYDR | TRAN | GEAR |
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ICP Analysis ASTM D5185 |
Determines the parts per million (ppm) of all wear metals (Fe, Cr, Ni, Pb, Cu…), contaminants (Si, Na, K….), and additives (Ca, P, Zn, Mg, Mo…). | ||||
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Viscosity ASTM D445/D7279 |
Determine the viscosity of the oil at 40°C (non-engine), or 100°C (engine) to determine if oil is still within specification. High viscosity can indicate oxidation, low viscosity can indicate contamination, improper make-up oil. | ||||
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Visual Screen WC Method |
A picture of both the oil color/clarity and the bottom of the sample bottle are taken, and any level of contamination, visual oil problems or visible wear debris of the oil is recorded. | ||||
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Infra-red Analysis ASTM D7624/D7414,5/D7844 |
Measures the amount of soot & carbon present in the oil as well as the oils level of oxidation, nitration and sulfation by Fourier-Transform Infra-red. | ||||
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Base Number ASTM D2896/D4739/D8321 |
Determines remaining alkilinity (BN) of the oil which is an indication of degradation. Single best test to determine change-out interval. BN test is for engine oil samples. | ||||
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Acid Number ASTM D664/D974/D8045 |
Determines overall acidity (AN) of the oil which is an indication of degradation. Single best test to determine change-out interval. AN for non-engine oil samples. | ||||
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Particle Count ASTM D7647 |
Determine cleanliness levels of oil to ISO4406:1999. High particle count levels can indicate gross contaminant ingress, wear, filter by-pass or all of these issues. | ||||
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PQ Index ASTM D8184 |
Provide a rapid indication of metallic debris in an oil sample. Detect ferrous wear debris that may be missed by spectrometric analysis. |
Check with your local WearCheck laboratory regarding which specific ASTM test methods are utilized.
| Test | Test Method | Description | COOL |
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ICP Analysis ASTM D5185 |
Determines the parts per million (ppm) of all wear metals (Fe, Cr, Ni, Pb, Cu…), contaminants (Si, Na, K….), and additives (Ca, P, Zn, Mg, Mo…). | |
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Color / Appearance Visual |
Pictures of color/clarity and visual debris (bottom of sample) are taken and coolant color, levels of contamination and visual problems are recorded. | |
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pH Level ASTM D1287 |
Measures the pH of the coolant. Too low of a pH can cause corrosion, while too high of a pH can cause damage to gaskets and softer metal components in the cooling system. | |
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% Glycol ASTM D3321 |
Determine the percentage of glycol present in the coolant by measuring the refractive index. Optimum freeze protection is achieved when the glycol percentage is between 45 and 60% of the total coolant mix. | |
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Freeze Point ASTM D3321 |
The freeze point of the coolant is calculated based on the percent glycol and the type of coolant (ethylene / propylene) base in use. The freeze point determines the lowest temperature use of the coolant. | |
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TDS WC Method |
Determination of the Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) present in the coolant. High TDS can cause corrosion, additive drop-out and increase bacterial growth in the coolant. | |
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Nitrites WC Method |
Measures the amount of remaining supplemental coolant additives (SCAs) present in a conventional coolant. SCAs provide corrosion protection to the cooling system. | |
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Reserve Alkalinity ASTM D1121 |
A determination of the remaining alkalinity reserve in a conventional coolant. The reserve alkalinity is an indication of the coolants ability to maintain an optimal pH level. | |
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Carboxylates WC Method |
Test kit method for determination of carboxylates in Extended Life Coolant (ELC). Carboxylates provide protection against corrosion and cavitation so their concentration level must be monitored. |
Check with your local WearCheck laboratory regarding which specific ASTM test methods are utilized.
- Test included with test package.
- Method performed for Conventional and Hybrid Coolants.
- Method performed for Extended Life Coolants (ELC).
| Test | Test Method | Description | FUEL |
|---|---|---|---|
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ICP Analysis ASTM D5185 |
Determines the parts per million (ppm) of all wear metals (Fe, Cr, Ni, Pb, Cu…), contaminants (Si, Na, K….), and additives (Ca, P, Zn, Mg, Mo…). | |
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Cetane Index ASTM D4737 |
Standard test method for calculated cetane index by four variable equation. Cetane index provides a measure of fuel ignition quality. | |
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Sulfur Content ASTM D5185/5453 |
Measurement of the sulfur content in the fuel by dispersive X-ray Spectrometry or Inductively Couple Plasma (ICP) Spectrometry to verify S15, S500 or S5000 specification. | |
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Viscosity ASTM D445/D7279 |
Determine the viscosity of the oil at 40°C (non-engine), or 100°C (engine) to determine if oil is still within specification. High viscosity can indicate oxidation, low viscosity can indicate contamination, improper make-up oil. | |
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Particle Count ASTM D7647 |
Determine cleanliness levels of oil to ISO4406:1999. High particle count levels can indicate gross contaminant ingress, wear, filter by-pass or all of these issues. | |
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Distillation/SimDis ASTM D86/D2887 |
Determines quantitatively the boiling range characteristics of the fuel. Assists in the determination of the cetane index and closed-cup flash point and can identify impurities in the fuel. | |
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API Gravity/Density ASTM D7777 |
Standard test method for density, relative density and/or API gravity of liquid petroleum by portable digital density meter. | |
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Flash Point ASTM D93/D7215 |
Determination of the Pensky-Martens closed cup flash point by closed-cup testing apparatus or calculated from SimDis. Low flash points can present a flammability hazard. | |
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Water & Sediment ASTM D1796/D2709 |
Determination of the amount of free water and sediment present in the fuel by centrifugal method. Excessive water causes corrosion and sediment can lead to fuel system fouling. | |
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Microbial Content ASTM D6469 |
Multi-day test wherein agar is inoculated with the fuel sample and the amount of bacteria, fungi and/or mold colonies developed are counted and reported. |
Check with your local WearCheck laboratory regarding which specific ASTM test methods are utilized.
- Test included with test package.
- Water & Sediment and Microbial Content testing is only performed when other tests warrant or by special request.
| Test | Test Method | Description | DEF |
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ICP Analysis ASTM D5185 |
Determines the parts per million (ppm) of all wear metals (Fe, Cr, Ni, Pb, Cu…), contaminants (Si, Na, K….), and additives (Ca, P, Zn, Mg, Mo…). | |
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Visual Screen WC Method |
A picture of both the oil color/clarity and the bottom of the sample bottle are taken, and any level of contamination, visual oil problems or visible wear debris of the oil is recorded. | |
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Density ISO 12185 |
Determine density of DEF fluid to determine the concentration of urea is on specification. |
Check with your local WearCheck laboratory regarding which specific ASTM test methods are utilized.
WebCheck v2, the new oil analysis management platform developed by the multidisciplinary team of experts at WearCheck International is an intuitive and simple platform that provides you with all the information, trends, and maintenance recommendations you need to keep your equipment in top condition. With a focus on reliability and efficiency, the WebCheck v2 platform takes your equipment maintenance to the next level, all from the comfort of your phone, tablet, or laptop.
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WearCheck Fleet Analysis includes everything to set-up a complete Fleet analysis program. When you purchase a WearCheck Fleet analysis program you will receive our simplified sample kits (QR-coded bottles & sample forms with mailing packs). All WearCheck Fleet analysis programs include laboratory testing, sample diagnosis and recommendations, sample report, and access to our patented WebCheck™ system, and companion mobile application to manage your Fleet analysis program.
WearCheck offers additional programs for Off-Road Construction, Mobile Equipment, Fixed Plant Machinery, Marine Equipment, Wind Turbine Industry, Aviation/Avionics Systems, Advanced Oil Monitoring, Coolant Analysis, Diesel/Marine/Jet Fuel Analysis, Thermal/Heat Transfer Fluid Analysis, Transformer Fluid Analysis, Grease Analysis, Wear Particle Analysis, Honeywell TPE-331/TFE-731 SOAP Service.
WebCheck v2, the new oil analysis management platform developed by the multidisciplinary team of experts at WearCheck International is an intuitive and simple platform that provides you with all the information, trends, and maintenance recommendations you need to keep your equipment in top condition. With a focus on reliability and efficiency, the WebCheck v2 platform takes your equipment maintenance to the next level, all from the comfort of your phone, tablet, or laptop.
Inflation and long lead times for new equipment are among the financial pressures pressing down on f...
How to take oil samples from engines, transmission and hydraulic systems for fleet machinery
How to use the WearCheck Oil Analysis app to submit samples using an iOS or Android smart device (phone / tablet)
WearCheck not only helps reduce the cost to own/operate assets, but it also helps reduce the time an...
