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Ferrography Laboratory Services
Ferrography is a oil and lubricant failure prediction and evaluation of wear debris. Ferrographic testing provides non-intrusive evaluation of lubricated components while the equipment is in a running state. Intertek laboratories are capable of ferrographic failure analysis. By using Ferrography, it is possible to avoid shut-downs and extend component life by taking preventative actions when early-warning abnormal wear is found.
Microscopic wear debris particles are identified using Ferrographic microscopy analysis.
Advantages of Ferrography:
By monitoring particles generated by wear or environmental contamination, Intertek ferrography experts are able to to detect the critical stage of accelerated wear that precedes costly and dangerous component failures. Ferrographic analyses determines the number, size and shape of wear particles.

Ferrography Diagnosis Report:
After the samples are analyzed by Intertek, the clientl receives a comprehensive diagnosis report by email or in hard copy format. The detailed report includes interpretation and a full color microscope photo of the wear particles.
Who benefits from Ferrography testing:
  • Metallurgical Applications
  • Engine Maintenance
  • Chemical Plants
  • Ships, Barges, Maritime
  • Offshore Installations
  • Power Stations
  • Insurance Companies
  • Railroad Industry
  • Manufacturing Plants
  • Vehicle Fleets, Public Transport
  • Food Processors
  • General Industry and more

Utilities monitored with Ferrography testing:
  • Engines, Gears, Pumps
  • Compressors, Gas Turbines
  • Steam Turbines
  • Hydraulic Systems, Refrigeration Systems
  • Grease Lubricated Bearings
  • Electrical Oil Systems
  • Heat Transfer Systems, Heat Treatment Systems
  • and more
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