PMUC fluid qualification testing and analysis

Fluids used in equipment, processes and maintenance operations in the nuclear sector must meet controlled cleanliness requirements. Particulate, ionic or organic contamination can compromise compatibility with materials, generate deposits or introduce unwanted substances into the areas concerned. Fluid qualification PMUC is used to assess a fluid’s compliance with its intended use, formulation and the requirements defined by the customer. Filab laboratory supports industrial companies in characterizing lubricants, oils, greases, solvents, hydraulic fluids, cleaning liquids and other formulated products.

Filab laboratory works with a wide range of liquid or semi-liquid matrices: lubricating oils, hydraulic fluids, greases, solvents, detergents, cleaning agents, heat-transfer fluids, treatment products and specific formulations. The analysis takes account of the product’s condition, whether it is a new product, an incoming batch, a fluid in service or a sample collected as part of an investigation.

Depending on the requirements, Filab laboratory can use elemental characterization techniques to detect or quantify elements present at trace levels or as formulation constituents. Organic analysis provide information on the nature of compounds, help identify characteristic substances or compare composition profiles. For associated materials and deposits, the expertise of the SEM analysis laboratory can complement a targeted investigation.

Analytical results are presented with sample identification, the methods used, measurement units and applicable associated limits. They can be used to support qualification documentation, justify incoming inspection or substantiate a risk analysis relating to the use of the fluid.

At Filab laboratory, fluid analysis is designed based on the available information: product type, conditions of use, materials in contact, internal specifications and qualification requirements. Testing may include the detection and quantification of elements, identification of organic compounds, measurement of physicochemical parameters and assessment of non-volatile residues. This approach aims to provide actionable results for compiling a technical file, comparing several formulations or investigating non-compliance. Also discover our PMUC testing services for materials and products intended for nuclear environments.

The analytical strategy is tailored to the matrix and the objective. For example, comparing a reference fluid with a sampled fluid can help identify a change in composition, contamination, or degradation. The data obtained support decisions regarding receipt, qualification, batch monitoring, or root-cause investigation.

Filab laboratory also supports you with the following services:

• Cutting fluid safety testing according to the PCS-4002 standard
• Safety testing of ingredients for temporary use PR-6300
• Analysis and qualification testing of process fluids and products
• Fluid qualification according to DASSAULT DGQT 0.4.2.0065
• Cutting fluid qualification according to AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-000
• Fluid qualification according to AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-001
• Fluid qualification testing according to AIRBUS AIMS 12-10-003
• Fluid qualification testing according to SAFRAN PR 1500 (PR-1500)
• Fluid qualification testing according to Rolls-Royce CSS 129 and CSS 131
• Aviation fluid qualification according to BOEING BAC 5008
• Corrosion testing of cutting fluids on metal alloys
• Compatibility testing between industrial fluids and metal materials
• Safety testing of chemical products on aerospace alloys
• Assessment of the effect of a fluid on aluminium alloys
• Compatibility of process fluids with titanium alloys
• Compatibility of lubricants with nickel-based superalloys
• Chemical analysis and characterization of cutting fluids
• Physicochemical characterization of industrial lubricants
• Identification and quantification of additives in lubricants
• Detection of contaminants in industrial fluids
• Safety testing according to DMP 12-300 in the laboratory
• Safety testing according to SAFRAN DMP 6300
• Fluid safety testing according to SAFRAN Landing Systems PCS-4001

Testing may also cover parameters such as appearance, density, viscosity, water content, acidity or the presence of residues after evaporation, depending on the specification to be applied. Thermogravimetric analysis can contribute to the study of thermal behavior or a volatile fraction; learn more about the capabilities of the TGA analysis laboratory.

Compliance interpretation is based on the criteria defined by the client or by the reference standard applicable to the project. Filab laboratory can assist with preparing the control plan and comparing batches, without replacing the contracting party in making the final acceptance decision. For projects related to this sector, discover the energy and nuclear analysis services.

To initiate your request, provide the fluid designation, its technical data sheet or composition when available, the intended use, the accessible sample quantities, and the expected control criteria. Filab laboratory assesses feasibility in order to propose a testing program consistent with your industrial requirements. Define your qualification scope, provide your requirements, and request a tailored analytical proposal.