Early Failure Detection
Oil testing can reveal microscopic wear particles, signalling component failure before total system breakdown.
Hydraulic Oil Analysis Services
At South West Hydraulics, we strongly recommend routine testing and analysis of oil samples for every hydraulic system. Hydraulic fluid is often overlooked, yet its quality is one of the most critical factors in preventing costly failures and maintaining long-term system reliability.
If you operate transmissions, gearboxes, differentials or any lubricated hydraulic system, our oil analysis services provide the essential insights needed to keep your equipment performing at its best.
Why is hydraulic oil analysis beneficial?
Optimised Drain Intervals
Oil analysis effectively determines the correct oil drain and filter change intervals in lubricated systems, saving money on unnecessary fluid changes.
Contamination Monitoring
Maintaining a sufficient level of cleanliness is paramount in all hydraulic oil systems. Contamination—often caused by condensation moisture, dirt, and dust—is responsible for up to 80% of all hydraulic system failures due to the close tolerances in pumps, control valves, and pistons. Regular hydraulic oil testing monitors these contamination levels.
Hydraulic oil testing services at Southwest Hydraulics
Choosing Southwest Hydraulics to perform your hydraulic oil analysis guarantees that our experts provide an optimum service tailored to your bespoke system.
This service is a crucial part of any robust maintenance program used to identify potential problems, component failures, and contamination causes across various fluids. Your comprehensive oil analysis report is usually available quickly, ensuring minimal downtime.
Our analysis covers a wide range of fluids, determining the effectiveness of:
- Hydraulic oils
- Lubrication oils
- Cooling or cutting fluids
- Cleaning and testing fluids
- Water samples