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Industrial Hydraulics Test Kits

Using Shell LubeAnalyst test kits can help you unlock the potential of your equipment. Monitoring the condition of the lubricant in your hydraulic systems provides detailed equipment health insights, used by Shell industry experts to generate preventative maintenance recommendations. With a range of kits available, you can choose the level of information you require.

INSIGHT STANDARD TEST KIT PLUS TEST KIT PREMIUM TEST KIT
Traffic light check for hydraulic oil condition (pass/fail) ✓ ✓ ✓
Helps to manage precision hydraulics ✓ ✓ ✓
Assessment of water and other contamination ✓ ✓ ✓
Measures viscosity to indicate oil life via oxidation, energy use, and protection of equipment ✓ ✓ ✓
Increased confidence to extend ODI ✓ ✓
Supports filtration scheduling through understanding of oil cleanliness ✓ ✓
Colour test to measure contamination ✓
Indication of the need for hydraulic flushing ✓
Indication of whether varnish formation and oil health are damaging the hydraulic system  ✓

Additional Premium Tests

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For more in-depth insights and a wider range of specialist analysis, additional Premium Test Kits are available for other applications in your industry. A selection is provided below or to view the full range of available tests download the guide below.

  • Refrigeration Compressor
  • Gas Fridge Compressor (PAG)
  • Refrigeration Compressor (Ammonia)
  • Heat Transfer and Seal Systems
  • Electrical and Transformer oils
  • Fire Resistant Hydraulic Fluids
  • Grease Lubricated Bearings
  • Industrial Gears (PAG)
     

Download the Premium Test Kit guide

Ask our Experts

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Identify recurrent issues and review actions based on sampling to optimise your equipment performance. Access to Shell experts can help you to:

  • Choose the right test kit
  • Set up optimum oil-test scheduling
  • Provide coaching and training to optimize your equipment
     

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