Ensuring Fresh Lubricants Meet Quality and Compliance Standards
A comprehensive evaluation of unused lubricants ensures product integrity, formulation accuracy, and compliance with UAE and GCC regulatory standards. Fresh oil fingerprinting supports COA issuance, SASO certification, and GSO 1785 conformity—protecting equipment from the very first use.
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Fresh lubricating oils undergo detailed analysis before entering service to verify their quality and ensure they meet required specifications. This process establishes a complete fingerprint of the lubricant, confirming that it is clean, stable, and compliant with regional standards. By validating unused oils at the outset, organizations strengthen their quality assurance programs and support long‑term equipment reliability.
Key Parameters Included in Fresh Lubricant Analysis
Visual Inspection
- Color & Clarity (ASTM D1500)
Physical Properties
- Kinematic Viscosity @ 40°C & 100°C (ASTM D445)
- Viscosity Index (ASTM D2270)
- Flash Point (ASTM D92)
- Pour Point (ASTM D97)
Chemical Stability
- Total Base Number – TBN (ASTM D2896 / D4739)
- Total Acid Number – TAN (ASTM D664)
- Noack Volatility (ASTM D5800)
Additive Elemental Analysis (ICP)
- Zn, P, Ca, B, Mo, Mg, Ba, Na, Si, Sn, Sb, Mn, Fe, Cu, Pb, Ni, Al
Cleanliness & Contamination
- Particle Count (ISO 4406)
- ISO Code Classification
- Demulsibility (ASTM D1401)
- Copper Corrosion (ASTM D130)
Regional Compliance
- GSO 1785‑1/2
- SASO Lubricant Quality Mark
- UAE MOIAT / ESMA conformity
This consolidated parameter set ensures that fresh lubricants meet the required quality, performance, and regulatory standards before being released to the market or introduced into equipment. Establishing this baseline supports COA documentation, enhances reliability programs, and ensures consistent product performance across industrial applications.
About Wimpey Laboratories
Wimpey Laboratories is a leading independent provider of ISO-accredited testing and calibration services, backed by over 20 years of expertise. Leveraging advanced technology, it delivers accurate, reliable solutions that ensure safety, compliance, and customer satisfaction. Serving more than 9,500 clients across 49+ countries, Wimpey offers over 5,500 accredited services tailored to diverse industry needs.