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oil analysis

Why POLARIS? POLARIS Laboratories™ operates full-service fluid analysis testing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. We know that testing oil, fuel and coolant can improve reliability and extend equipment life - that's why we specialize in testing all three.

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coolant analysis

Private Label Programs - Private Label Programs with POLARIS Laboratories™ are designed to help OEM’s, distributors, oil companies, and marketers increase profits and build goodwill with customers. We can customize a fluid analysis program branded specifically for your company today.

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oil testing

One Laboratory - Multiple Locations - All of our testing facilities share a common database so you can send your samples to the laboratory closest to you yet call only one number when you need information or assistance.

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oil analysis training

ISO 17025 - A2LA Accreditation - Our ISO 17025 A2LA accreditation is the highest level of quality attainable by a testing laboratory - a level we believe customers should not only expect, but demand.

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oil analysis software

Reporting Software - HORIZON® keeps sampling on track, gives you immediate access to your test results and effectively communicates maintenance recommendations so you can stay ahead of the game.

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preventive maintenance

Field Services - Because training and education empower users to realize a bigger return on their fluid analysis investment, POLARIS Laboratories™ places significant emphasis on a practical training curriculum and extensive field services.

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metalworking fluids analysis

How to Get Started - It's easy to start testing today. We can help you identify the testing you need, set up your account and place your first order.

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fluid analysis

Contact Us - Should you have questions or need assistance, POLARIS Customer Service is available 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday. Call or email us today.

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From the Field

Condition-Based Maintenance Programs vs. Interval-Based Maintenance

Taking a fuel sample in the field

Condition-based maintenance programs offer significant benefits over interval-based maintenance programs, including cost savings, extended component life, and drastically reduced downtime. Changing from a “reactive” maintenance strategy to a “proactive” strategy is the approach being adopted by more and more companies today.

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Test Package Pinpoints Causes For Plugged Fuel Filters

Fuel tanker

There are a number of common reasons for plugged diesel fuel filters. Contaminants that inhibit optimum fuel filter performance originate from both internal and external sources. POLARIS Laboratories recommends the following tests to identify common fuel filter plugging issues:

  • Thermal Stability
  • Cloud Point
  • Pour Point
  • Cold Filter Plug Point
  • Bacteria, Fungi and Mold
  • Particle Count

Knowing why fuel filters become plugged and how to treat these common causes will lengthen the life of fuel filters and the fuel system as a whole.

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FAST Test Results

Sample Turnaround Time*

As of 09/02/10 24 hrs. 48 hrs.
Yesterday 69 94
Week Avg. 60 93
Month Avg. 62 92

*Certain tests reflected in these percentages require more than 48 hours to complete, due to the nature of the test method.

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New Fuel Test Packages Will Reduce Fleet Expenses and Downtime

POLARIS has developed an extensive range of fuel troubleshooting test packages that can confirm the quality of bulk deliveries and resolve what might be causing costly repairs and fleet downtime. Fleet managers spend more money on fuel than any other operating expense, so this is an area of great importance.

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  • Salt Lake City
    Cooling Systems Maintenance
    September 20, 2010

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