March 1, 2014
In the previous issue of this Newsletter we have seen how total water hardness in coolants may lead to corrosivity due to to high calcium and magnesium content. Total hardness however, is just one test among many others for coolants.
IIA’s fuel analysis process results in a detailed report to ensure the fuel that powers your equipment is up to legal and safety standards while warning of any potential contaminants from water leading to bacteria growth and other issues.
March 1, 2014
Following our investment in a brand new oil analysis laboratory in the City of Hammond IN (Greater Chicago area), Tribologik Corporation has been awarded a "Star
of the Lakeshore" investment certificate at the February 15 Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce's (NorthWest Indiana) awards dinner.
February 1, 2014
As stated in a previous issue, over 40% of all maintenance problems on diesel engines can be attributed to poor maintenance of the cooling system.
Coolants allow for the raising of boiling temperature and/or improving resistance to frost. They prevent engines from freezing and overheating and protect components against corrosion.
January 8, 2014
Downtime reduction, time and money savings on spare parts and maintenance costs, keeping equipment in optimal operating condition are the most commonly quoted benefits of oil analysis, and for good reason.
December 27, 2013
Without proper monitoring, both bacteria and fungi will grow and spread rapidly throughout a fuel system, reduce performance and damage engines. They quickly plug fuel filters with a slime-like coating over the surface and dramatically reduce service life. How then is it possible
to get rid of them?