Advanced Visual Inspection System

The automated visual inspection system provides precise and objective assessments of oil samples by incorporating advanced technologies:

• Automated Turbidity and Color Determination: The system measures the turbidity and color of the sample with high accuracy, eliminating subjective interpretation and ensuring consistent data collection.
• Cap Residue Measurement and Documentation: After de-capping, the cap is inverted, and any residual oil remaining inside is automatically measured and reported. This data is crucial for monitoring contamination and verifying proper sample handling.
• Photo Documentation: High-resolution images of both the residue and the bottle are captured and stored for future reference, enabling traceability and quality control.

Efficient and Safe De-Capping

Manual de-capping can be time-consuming and hazardous. HF’s automated system ensures safe and efficient de-capping, significantly reducing manual labor and eliminating risks associated with repetitive strain and exposure to hazardous materials.

Automated Crackle Testing for Water Contamination

Water contamination in oil is a critical issue that can impact machinery performance. HF’s system automates the crackle test, ensuring:

• Consistent and accurate detection of water contamination.
• Elimination of operator variability in interpreting test results.
• Improved safety by removing manual handling of heated samples.

Precision Oil Transfer Station

The oil transfer station ensures precise and contamination-free sample handling, streamlining the workflow for multiple analytical methods. Key capabilities include:

• Automated Aliquot Transfer: The station efficiently transfers oil aliquots to designated sample containers for Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) analysis, and viscometry.
• Integrated Auto Dilution for ICP: The system includes an automatic dilution function for ICP analysis, ensuring precise dilution ratios and eliminating human error.
• Optimised Sample Management: By automating sample transfer, the system reduces cross-contamination risks and enhances process reliability.

HF’s modular design allows for seamless integration and customization to meet specific laboratory needs. Additional functionalities, such as sample dilution, particle counting, prep for TAN TBN and GC and integrated ICP, and expanded automation capabilities, can be incorporated to further optimize laboratory efficiency.

Furthermore, the modular design enables the system to be integrated into HF’s end-to-end full automation system. As laboratory needs evolve and expand, this system can scale accordingly, ensuring continuous workflow improvements and operational efficiency.

HF is committed to delivering high-performance solutions by utilising industrial automation components throughout its systems. These components ensure:

• Maximum reliability and durability in high-throughput laboratory environments.
• Seamless operation with minimal downtime, reducing maintenance efforts.
• Compliance with stringent industry standards for quality and performance.

• Clinical Laboratories
  For sorting blood, urine, and other body fluid samples for diagnostic testing.
• Pharmaceuticals
  Used in drug discovery, quality control, and pharmacokinetics for sample organization and handling.
• Biotechnology
  For sorting samples in genetic research, DNA sequencing, and other molecular biology applications.
• Forensic Laboratories
  In crime labs to handle and organize biological samples for DNA analysis and toxicology.
• Environmental Testing
  Sorting soil, water, and air samples for contamination analysis and environmental monitoring.
• Food and Beverage Industry
  In quality control labs for sorting samples to test for contamination, additives, and nutritional content.
• Agriculture and Plant Research
  Used for sorting plant or soil samples in crop research, soil analysis, and agricultural studies.
• Chemical Industry
  Sorting samples for quality control, research, and chemical synthesis processes.
• Veterinary Laboratories
  For sorting samples from animals for diagnostic and research purposes.
• Academic and Research Institutions
  In university and research labs for organising various biological, chemical, and environmental samples.
• Public Health and Epidemiology
  For sorting large volumes of samples during disease outbreaks for surveillance and epidemiological studies.

• Toxicology
  Sorting samples in toxicological studies for poison and drug testing.
• Cosmetic Industry
  Sorting samples in research and quality testing of cosmetic products and ingredients.
• Industrial Manufacturing
  In labs that test materials and compounds to ensure quality and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Military and Defense
  Sorting samples for biological or chemical analysis in defense-related research.
• Oil Condition Monitoring Laboratories
  Sorting oil samples to monitor machinery wear, contaminants, and oil degradation in industries like automotive, aerospace, and heavy machinery.
• Coolant Condition Monitoring Laboratories
  Used to sort coolant samples to check for contamination, pH levels, and overall coolant quality, often in automotive and industrial applications.