FluidTech provides on-site oil testing, reports, filtration of oil, system analysis and preventative maintenance.

Hydraulic fluid contamination and deterioration are normal consequences for most hydraulic systems. Failure to adequately remove contaminants, or to change hydraulic fluid before severe fluid breakdown occurs, will lead to poor system performance.

The most common hydraulic fluid contaminants are entrapped air and water, along with particles of metal, rubber or dirt. To maintain clean hydraulic fluid, samples must be taken regularly and appropriate action taken.

Fluid deterioration might more appropriately be called "additive deterioration." Additives give the oil its particular characteristics -- and because these additives are most susceptible to chemical and physical change, their deterioration is what leads to fluid breakdown.

Oil analysis plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of a hydraulic system. Hydraulic oil is an extremely important item in a hydraulic system. Hydraulic components are very expensive to purchase and repair.

Fluid Cleanliness Levels
Particle sizes are generally measured in micrometers.
Grain of salt approximately - 100µm
Human hair approximately - 70µm
Limit of vision approximately - 40µm

The size of particles that can have an effect on the performance of hydraulic components is as small as 1µm and upwards.

Regular monitoring will help to ensure that oil classification is as required and machinery is working satisfactorily.

Fluidtech uses an on line particle counter which produces a report within minutes, with an ISO and NAS classification.

Fluidtech can test and monitor oil, launder oil, and flush lines.

Fluidtech has one intrinsically safe unit for oil filtering and flushing lines (3 phase) and three standard units (240volt).