Unlocking your machinery’s full potential is simpler than you think — let’s talk oil sampling.
Unlocking your machinery’s full potential is simpler than you think — let’s talk oil sampling.
Taking care of your agricultural machinery goes beyond servicing — it’s about protecting your investment. To ensure advance oil testing and lubricant development, CNH collaborates with Shell LubeAnalyst, who offers comprehensive oil condition monitoring and equipment health insights for CNH machinery, including New Holland and Case IH.
Steve Ogden, Regional Parts and Service Manager for CNH, explains the critical role of oil testing:
“At CNH, we believe to get the most out of our world-leading machinery and premium oils, it’s important to regularly test the oil. We prioritise this to maintain peak equipment performance, identify contaminants early, and prevent costly breakdowns. Oil sampling can pinpoint degradation as well as wear and tear on critical components before they can become major problems.
“This helps verify fluid properties, spot any possible contamination and wear debris, and gives you peace of mind that your machines are operating smoothly. Plus, it helps maintain the machine’s value when sold, backed by a full service history,” Steve says.
Simple yet effective
Lubricants are your equipment’s lifeblood, and regular oil analysis acts like a health check. Through our partnership with Shell LubeAnalyst, Ramsey Bros ensures:
- Global benchmarking of results for accurate diagnoses and proactive maintenance.
- Access to Shell’s platform, which spans 95 countries, supporting 27 languages.
- Deeper insights with the K2 kit, analysing viscosity, metals, oxidation, and contaminants, whether you’re stationary or mobile.a
Top 5 benefits of fluid checks:
- Catch problems early: Identify wear and contamination issues before they escalate.
- Extended machinery life: Prevent critical part wear, ensuring a longer equipment lifespan.
- Save on costs and downtime: Proactive maintenance reduces surprises and breakdowns, keeping your gear operational during peak seasons.
- Enhance performance: Optimal fluid conditions lead to better efficiency, improved fuel economy, and smoother overall performance.
- Increased ROI: Regular fluid analysis and maintenance enhance your machinery resale value, demonstrating meticulous care and boosting market appeal.
Adding fluid analysis to your regular maintenance is a no- brainer, and one quick way to boost your performance. For a solid return on your investment, book in with your local Ramsey Bros Service Team today.
Steve explains the 30–60–90 Rule
“Off-road equipment generates 30% more usable horsepower than on- road trucks and 60% more than car engines. With tighter tolerances and higher temperatures, these machines face tougher conditions than ever before. High-quality lubricants are essential for the performance and durability required to keep off-road engines running reliably for longer.
“Farming equipment, in particular, is a tough environment for lubricants, so it requires a superior formula.Extensive in-field testing is used to refine each lubricant, which is why regular oil testing is so important for farmers.”
