Oil and Petroleum

Total Acid Number (TAN) and Total Base Number (TBN) Testing: Key Indicators for Oil Health

By Trevor Henderson | Aug 30, 2024

Regular TAN and TBN testing provide valuable insights into the condition of lubricating oils, allowing operators to take proactive measures to maintain equipment reliability.

image focusing on vials of oil used for Total Acid Number (TAN) and Total Base Number (TBN) testing in a modern laboratory. This setup emphasizes the precision and care involved in oil testing, with a clean and professional laboratory environment.

Used Oil Analysis and Testing: Ensuring Equipment Performance and Longevity

By Trevor Henderson | Aug 30, 2024

By analyzing used engine oil, used industrial oil, and used motor oil, operators can monitor equipment condition, detect potential issues, and optimize maintenance schedules.

image showing a modern laboratory bench with cans of engine oil and flasks of used oil, along with typical lab equipment. This setup highlights the environment where oil analysis and testing are conducted, emphasizing a clean, organized, and professional lab setting

Laboratory Methods for Testing Lubricants: Ensuring Performance and Reliability

By Trevor Henderson | Jul 5, 2024

Laboratory testing of lubricants is essential for ensuring performance, reliability, and regulatory compliance.

image illustrating the laboratory testing of lubricants. The scene includes lab technicians, advanced equipment, and various lubricant samples, highlighting the meticulous process of lubricant testing.

Welcoming West Texas Analytical Laboratory to the Contract Laboratory Network

By Trevor Henderson | Apr 23, 2024

WTAL expands the Contract Laboratory Network to support Oil and Gas Testing

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Laboratory Oil and Gas Testing: A Critical Component for Industry Excellence

By Trevor Henderson | Apr 10, 2024

The global energy market depends on laboratory testing of oil and gas products.

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Landfill Testing for Petroleum Contamination

By Pam Wertalik | Mar 14, 2024

Managing landfill contamination requires regular monitoring and testing

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How is BTEX Testing Performed?

By Pam Wertalik | Mar 14, 2024

BTEX testing is important for the detection of VOCs that may be detrimental to human health

Understanding ASTM D7996: Measuring Asphaltenes in Oils

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 25, 2023

Understanding and controlling asphaltene content is critical for maintaining product quality, preventing operational issues, and ensuring compliance with industry standards

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Petrochemical Testing: Ensuring Quality and Safety in the Industry

By Trevor Henderson | Feb 23, 2023

By employing advanced testing methods and partnering with accredited laboratories, companies can maintain the integrity of their products and protect the environment.

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Asphaltenes in Oil Production NEW LAB STANDARD – ASTM Test Method

By Editorial Team | Feb 23, 2023

Need testing for Asphaltenes in Oil Production? ASTM has announced that it will be releasing a new laboratory test standard for Asphaltenes in Oil Production. When it is released, it will be entitled "ASTM D7996, Test Method for Measuring Visible Spectrum of...