Used oil analysis is typically a scheduled activity for analyzing oil health, oil contamination and machine wear. While the main purpose of an oil analysis program is to verify the lubricant in use is fit for further service, the analysis result is also used to diagnose whether the lubricated machine is operating normally.
ACEA is a European Automobile Constructors’ Association that represents Europe’s 16 major car, van, truck, and bus manufacturers. They are the European equivalent of the American Petroleum Institute (API).
API (American Petroleum Institute) set engine oil performance standards for both gasoline (petrol) and diesel engines. API standards for gasoline engine oil starts with the letter “S” followed by the alphabet in ascending order as the standard evolves, with the latest being API SP.
ACEA is the European Automobile Constructors’ Association that represents Europe’s 14 major car, van, truck and bus manufacturers.
