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Oil Analysis Services

Expert used oil analysis by chemists & reliability professionals who understand both oil chemistry and the machinery it protects. Talk to us about your needs — we'll make sure your targets are perfectly met.

Why Oil Analysis Matters

Used oil analysis is a crucial element in production asset reliability programs. Testing oils with the right profile of parameters that reveal both oil and machine condition is critical to making correct maintenance decisions.

NATCOM's advanced oil analysis lab is equipped with a complete portfolio of analysis equipment covering all the information you need — aligned with world-class practices and tailored to your specific operating context.

Oil analysis laboratory with spectroscopic equipment and testing instruments

What Sets Us Apart

Independent & Unbiased

We are not affiliated with any oil supplier or producer. We stand at equal distance from all, providing truly objective analysis and recommendations.

Reliability Experts

Our team combines expertise in industrial asset reliability with deep oil chemistry knowledge. Over 100 years of combined experience in machinery health and oil condition monitoring.

Comprehensive Test Portfolio

Our lab is equipped with best-of-breed analysis tools and systems, delivering a complete and advanced test profile according to world-class practices.

35+ Years of Excellence

Founded and managed by highly experienced and renowned reliability professionals with a proven track record since 1989.

Full Local Capabilities

The only lab in Egypt with full analysis capabilities for turbine and hydraulic oils — no need to send samples abroad.

Rapid Turnaround

Analysis reports delivered within 3 to 5 business days from receipt of samples, enabling timely maintenance decisions.

Equipment Oils We Analyse

From high-speed turbines to heavy-duty engines — we test lubricants across every critical rotating and reciprocating asset class.

Gas Turbines

Peaking, base-load & aero-derivative units

Steam Turbines

HP, IP & LP stage turbine oils

Gas Compressors

Centrifugal & reciprocating compressors

Pumps

Centrifugal, gear & positive-displacement pumps

Hydraulic Controls

Servo, proportional & EHC systems

Heat Transfer Oils

Thermal fluids & hot-oil circuits

Gearbox Oils

Parallel shaft, planetary & worm gearboxes

Internal Combustion Oils

Diesel, gas & dual-fuel engines

Industries Served

Power Generation

Power Generation

Oil & Gas

Oil & Gas

Chemical & Petrochemical

Chemical & Petrochemical

Cement & Building Materials

Cement & Building Materials

Air Separation / Industrial Gases

Air Separation / Industrial Gases

Mining & Quarries

Mining & Quarries

Tested Parameters

Our comprehensive test profile covers every aspect of oil health — from physical properties and contamination levels to chemical degradation and performance characteristics.

Physical Properties

  • ViscosityMeasures oil flow resistance at operating temperature
  • Water ContentDetects moisture contamination in the oil
  • Open Cup Flash PointDetermines the temperature at which vapors ignite

Contamination Analysis

  • Solid Particle CountingLaser & digital imaging with ISO/NAS cleanliness codes
  • Patch Filtration TestingVisual assessment of particulate contamination
  • Ferrous & Non-Ferrous MetalsQuantifies metallic wear particles
  • Elemental AnalysisIdentifies wear metals, additives, and contaminants

Wear Analysis

  • WDA – Wear Debris AnalysisMicroscopic examination of wear particulates and mechanisms
  • MPC – Monochrome Patch ColorimetryVarnish potential assessment

Chemical Properties

  • K-Chemical IndexDielectric permittivity measurement
  • TDN – Tan Delta NumberOil life parameter assessment
  • TAN – Total Acid NumberMeasures acidity level in the oil
  • TBN – Total Base NumberMeasures alkaline reserve in engine oils
  • OxidationMeasures oil degradation from oxygen exposure
  • SulphationDetects sulfur compound buildup
  • NitrationMeasures nitrogen compound contamination
  • SootQuantifies combustion byproduct contamination
  • Copper Corrosion TestAssesses corrosive tendencies of the oil

Performance Properties

  • Foaming CharacteristicsEvaluates tendency to form foam
  • Air Release CharacteristicsMeasures ability to release entrained air
  • Demulsibility / Water SeparabilityTests water separation efficiency
  • Rust PreventionAssesses anti-rust protection capability
  • RULER – Remaining Useful Life EvaluationAntioxidant health assessment for proactive oil change planning

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