Houston

Fluid Testing and Analysis Laboratory

The POLARIS Laboratories® Houston, Texas laboratory provides accurate, fast fluid analysis for lubricants, coolants and diesel exhaust fluid. This location follows POLARIS Laboratories’ global standards for sample processing, testing and analysis, helping customers improve equipment reliability and make smarter maintenance decisions.

Laboratory Information

Address:
4100 N. Sam Houston Parkway W.,
Suite 250
Houston, TX 77086
Customer Experience
Phone: +1.317.808.3750
Monday thru Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 7 p.m. ET
Data Analysis
Phone: +1.317.808.3750
Monday thru Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m. ET

Fluids Accepted for Testing at this Location

Lubricant Testing
  • Wear metals
  • Contamination (water, dirt, fuel, coolant)
  • Viscosity
  • Oxidation
  • Additive health assessment
Diesel Fuel Testing
  • Fuel quality assessment
  • Microbial contamination
  • Water content
  • Stability and storage testing
Coolant Testing
  • Corrosion protection
  • Inhibitors
  • Contamination
  • Freeze point
Grease Testing
  • Base oil condition
  • Contamination
  • Consistency

Certifications & Quality Standards

This laboratory is ISO 17025 accredited through A2LA (certificate 2145.01) and meets certification requirements – ensuring consistent, accurate and repeatable fluid testing results and reliable analysis.

Sample Drop‑Off & Shipping Information

On‑Site Drop‑Off?

Yes. Samples can be dropped off in the drop off box located at the front of the laboratory building on the right side of the front door entrance. Samples can be dropped off at any time.

Shipping Options

Shipping time is the largest factor in speeding up how quickly your sample report is issued. Using a trackable mail service allows you to see exactly when a package was shipped, where it is in transit, and when it arrives at a laboratory. The recommended trackable shipping services include UPS, FedEx and USPS.

Sample Supplies

Order sample kits and sampling supplies via the HORIZON® Store

Industries Served by This Laboratory

The Houston location supports fluid testing programs for industries critical to the Gulf Coast region, including:
Power Generation
& Data Centers
Marine
Construction &
Heavy Equipment
Industrial &
Manufacturing
Oil & Gas
Mining
Utilities &
Transportation Fleets

About POLARIS Laboratories®

POLARIS Laboratories® operates a network of eight laboratories across North America, Central and Latin America and Europe, offering full‑service testing for lubricants, diesel fuel, DEF, coolants and greases. Powered by AI‑enhanced insights, secure data integrations, and a certified data analysis team — our programs help organizations improve equipment reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and make smarter maintenance decisions.

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