WHY POLARIS LABORATORIES®?

Independent, Full-Service Laboratory

POLARIS Laboratories® is an independently owned and operated, full-service laboratory, meaning you have the flexibility to customize your test package to your needs and budget.

We providing maintenance recommendations when you need them the most. Everything we do at POLARIS Laboratories^® is rooted in helping people save time and money through effective fluid analysis. Together, we look for proven strategies to get the most out of your equipment.

In addition to trusted, quality testing, we provide additional services like data integration, mobile applications, online data management and an online store for easy kit and supply ordering.

Fast Results

Receive your sample results back within 24-48 hours of the laboratory receiving your sample. See your test results via email or in the HORIZON® online data management system or get alerts on your mobile device with the HORIZON app.

One Lab: Multiple Locations

All of our laboratories use the testing methods, sample data management system, data analysis and customer service. Add value to your daily operations and achieve optimal reliability by receiving accurate, reliable and timely information, no matter what laboratory you send your sample to.

Your Dedicated Account Manager

Always here to help.

Oliver Ferguson

Global Marine Program Manager
POLARIS Laboratories®
(t) 317.808.3750 (m) 281-381-0990

About Oliver

With more than 30 years of experience in marine engineering, lubricants and product management, Oliver provides consulting, fluid analysis expertise and program management to POLARIS Laboratories® customers. Oliver has worked with A.P Moller, Stolt Tankers and BP Marine lubricants where his roles included technical and product management, engineering, logistics and fleet management.

Oliver received his bachelor’s degree in marine engineering and naval architecture from the Marine Maritime Academy.

CAPABILITIES

OIL TESTING

Extend Drain Intervals
Extend Equipment Life
Identify Problems Before Failure

Oil analysis is a preventive maintenance tool that uncovers fixable problems before they become catastrophic failures. For you, it means less unscheduled downtime and increased equipment reliability, productivity and profitability.

COOLANT TESTING

Improved Fluid Condition
Reduced Component Failure
Scheduled Repairs

Coolant analysis testing will determine the equipment health and fluid properties to help maintain your equipment. Maintaining the fluid properties will protect the cooling system for corrosion. Coolant analysis testing can catch cooling system problems early, such as combustion gas leaks, electrical ground problems, localized overheating issues and air leaks.

DIESEL FUEL TESTING

Monitor Engine Conditions
Optimize Fuel Usage
Identify Contamination and Wear

Diesel fuel analysis can identify causes for fuel filter plugging, smoking, loss of power, poor injector performance, malfunctioning throttle position sensors and sticking valves. Testing also confirms your diesel fuel’s sulfur content, biodiesel content and compliance with manufacturer specifications and standards for cleanliness that could affect equipment warranty requirements.

View our Fuel Testing Resources

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Keeping Your Generators Compliant with NFPA 110

August 28, 2019

NFPA 110 The NFPA (National Fire Protection Agency) Standard…

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Why Is Fuel Testing Important?

February 12, 2019

Cleanliness Standards Today’s diesel engine fuel systems…

GREASE TESTING

Decrease downtime
Optimize your intervals
Identify wear and contamination

Tap into new information about your equipment with grease analysis. Testing your grease allows you to monitor consistency and identify contamination, oxidation and wear concentration. Watch the video to learn how to take a grease sample from your equipment using our easy-to-use, cost-effective grease sampler.

READY TO MAKE FLUID ANALYSIS WORK FOR YOUR COMPANY?

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