Protecting Engines and Machinery Through Advanced Fluid Analysis
The reliability and performance of engines, turbines, and hydraulic systems rely on clean, properly formulated fuels and lubricants. Fuel testing ensures compliance with regulatory and contractual standards, while lubricant analysis serves as a cornerstone of predictive maintenance—detecting early signs of wear, contamination, or degradation before costly breakdowns occur.
BQCIS operates advanced petroleum testing laboratories accredited under ASTM and ISO methods. We analyze fuels (diesel, gasoline, jet fuel, bunker oil) for viscosity, flash point, sulfur content, water, and sediment, providing verified certification for trade, blending, or shipment release.
For lubricants, our condition monitoring services include wear metals analysis (ICP-OES), contaminant detection (fuel, water, or coolant ingress), and additive depletion monitoring. These insights support proactive maintenance, optimize drain intervals, and extend asset life across energy, shipping, and industrial sectors.
Core Fuel & Lubricant Testing Activities
Key Benefits of Fuel & Lubricant Analysis
Enhanced Equipment Reliability
Detect and address oil contamination, oxidation, or metal wear before they cause costly equipment failures.
Regulatory & Quality Compliance
Certified testing per ASTM and ISO methods ensures your fuels and lubricants meet global trade and regulatory standards.
Predictive Maintenance Insight
Oil condition data enables informed decisions, optimal maintenance scheduling, and reduced lifecycle costs.
Lower Operational Costs
Extended drain intervals and minimized unplanned downtime save on maintenance expenses and increase productivity.
Success Story
Lubricant Analysis Detects Impending Gearbox Failure
A power generation plant faced potential shutdown due to gearbox degradation in a gas turbine. Failure risk was high, and maintenance intervals were already extended due to operational constraints.
BQCIS oil analysis detected a sudden rise in ferrous and chromium wear particles through ICP-OES testing. The anomaly was flagged as critical and the client was immediately alerted for inspection.
Subsequent inspection confirmed early-stage gear tooth pitting. Repairs were executed during a planned minor outage, preventing catastrophic failure and saving millions in downtime losses.