ASTM-Compliant Fluid Testing for Data-Driven Maintenance Decisions
ASTM-Compliant Fluid Testing for Data-Driven Maintenance Decisions
Most data center systems require some type of fluids to operate properly. Small changes in the condition of these fluids can reveal developing problems weeks or months before equipment alarms or failures occur.
Fluid testing is a cost-effective strategy to increase data center reliability and sustainability, while reducing costs and risks — and Industrial Inspection & Analysis (IIA) can help.
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IIA Fluid Testing & Analysis Services
Our ISO-accredited labs provide comprehensive, ASTM-compliant Fluid Testing & Analysis to help data centers monitor the health of critical equipment.
Diesel Fuel Analysis
By providing early warning of water, bacteria and other contaminants in diesel fuel, our testing can help data centers minimize repair costs and ensure the readiness of backup generators and burn injectors.
Oil Analysis
We use high-tech equipment to test and analyze oil samples to help clients determine whether an oil flush or filtration is needed. Our testing also reveals excess wear and tear due to improper usage or misalignment.
Coolant Analysis
Our coolant analysis targets cooling systems inside data centers, as well as backup generators. Turbidity, particulates, bacteria and other tests help to ensure the coolant is free of contaminants and contains the right additives to perform well.
Benefits of Routine Fluid Testing
Routine fluid testing helps to increase data center efficiency, minimize downtime, maximize equipment life, and ensure compliance. Below are examples of the types of issues fluid testing helps to detect:
- If coolant in the generator cooling system degrades over time, or is mixed incorrectly, it loses its ability to transfer heat. This can cause engine overheating, automatic shutdowns, water pump damage and coolant leaks.
- If rust or water finds its way into fuel, it can clog fuel filters, fuel lines, or injectors and reduce fuel pressure. This, in turn, can lead to hard starting or failure to start, reduced engine performance, and other issues.
- If calcium scale builds up inside chiller tubes, it restricts water flow and diminishes the system’s ability to transfer heat. As a result, the chiller is forced to work harder, which uses more energy and increases operating costs.
By identifying these and other issues in the early stages — before they cause equipment damage or shutdowns — routine fluid testing can help extend the life of critical equipment.
More Services for Data Centers
Laboratory Services
Our lab testing capabilities include metallurgical, non-destructive, dimensional inspection, mechanical, calibration, environmental, chemical analysis, and more.
Lifting Services
We have decades of experience providing on-site inspections and certifications to ensure the safety of overhead cranes, forklifts, pallet jacks, scissor lifts, and other lift devices.
Server/Storage Rack Inspections
Our team is equipped to provide ANSI- and CSA-recommended annual storage rack inspections
to identify structural damage that can lead to failure.
One-Stop Testing Shop
Save yourself time and trouble by combining all of your testing and inspection needs under a single purchase order at IIA.
Fluid Testing for Data Center Equipment
From diesel fuel testing for backup generators to coolant testing for CPUs, IIA can test virtually any fluid used in data center equipment, including:
- Backup Diesel Generators
- Central Processing Units
- Chillers
- Liquid Cooling Systems
- CRAH & CRAC Units
- Pumps
- Battery Cooling Systems
Are Your Backup Generators Ready to Roll?
Any fuel will degrade over time. Yet, backup generators— a critical piece of equipment in any data center — may store diesel fuel for months, or even years. Our diesel fuel testing can reveal potential issues, such as engine wear and fuel contamination. By identifying issues in the early stages, IIA can help data centers ensure that backup generators perform when they are needed most.
Why Choose IIA?
With locations in the U.S. and Canada, IIA’s world-class fluid testing laboratories follow the highest quality standards in the industry to help data centers monitor the condition of critical data center equipment.
Our ISO/IEC 17025:2017-accredited fuel testing labs are managed by professional chemists (Ph.D.) and scrupulously apply the most recent ASTM fuel, oil, coolant, and grease testing methods. Since 1984, our fluid testing labs have made large and continuous investments in R&D to provide the most efficient, accurate reporting and trend analysis to better serve our customers. When you partner with IIA, you’ll gain confidence in the safety, reliability, and compliance of your data center operations.