Reliable gearbox validation with accurate oil cleanliness monitoring in bubbly conditions.
This case study shows how Hyster Yale Material Handling improved gearbox validation by solving unreliable oil cleanliness testing caused by air bubbles.
Incotech Ltd integrated the Atten[2] OilWear S sensor into a test bench, enabling real-time monitoring and accurate separation of bubbles from contaminants.
This resulted in faster testing, reliable measurements, simpler system design, and improved confidence in gearbox quality before assembly.
Article Highlights:
- Hyster Yale Material Handling faced inconsistent gearbox testing due to air bubbles affecting oil cleanliness measurements.
- Traditional particle counters struggled in low-pressure, aerated oil conditions.
- Incotech Ltd integrated the Atten[2] OilWear S sensor into a custom test bench.
- Real-time monitoring enabled accurate differentiation between air bubbles and contamination particles.
- Eliminated the need for complex high-pressure systems to suppress bubbles.
- Reduced testing time and improved repeatability of results.
- Increased confidence in gearbox quality before assembly.
- Scalable solution for other applications with foamy or aerated oil systems.
Key Takeaway:
Atten[2] OilWear S sensor enables accurate, real-time oil cleanliness measurement even in bubbly, low-pressure conditions—helping Hyster Yale Material Handling achieve faster, more consistent, and reliable gearbox validation without complex system modifications.