Fluid Analysis - SOS Services

SOS Fluid Sampling and Analysis

Milton CAT’s SOS Fluid Sampling and Analysis Services provides a window into your equipment’s health!   Through trend analysis, we can detect potential problems long before they materialize. 

We provide efficient and innovative ways for you to obtain your results as soon as samples are processed.   Our trained personnel will provide:

• Accurate analysis using a series of tests developed by Caterpillar!  

• Perform quick turn-around … usually in 24 hours or less after arrival to the lab. 

• Provide a knowledgeable interpretation along with easy-to-understand recommendations should attention be required.  

 
Interested in knowing more and/or have questions?  Call us directly at 508-482-5700 or e-mail oil_analysis@miltoncat.com

What's Coming with SOS 2.0
 

We designed S•O•S 2.0 to meet the everyday needs of Cat® customers. Improvements include:

Save Time and Effort 

• Full integration with VisionLink® – now a one-stop-shop for your asset management information.
• The option to submit your sample info faster right at your equipment using QR codes and the VisionLink Mobile app or Cat® Inspect. No need to go back to your computer or write out labels!
• An intuitive, visually improved status tracking of samples.
• A customizable experience: You can now set preferences for notifications and account information in VisionLink.

Gain Confidence from More Accurate Recommendations 

• More consistent asset data and reporting across all applications thanks to only needing one record for each asset across your whole fleet management ecosystem.
• Stronger, clearer recommendations you can trust, thanks to data consistency and powerful modern analytics.
• Improved asset health-service notifications accuracy.

• Easier-to-understand reports.
• More timely notifications of actions to take – right in VisionLink.
• Request service from your Cat dealer or quick link to parts.cat.com directly from the S•O•S Services interface in VisionLink.

For more information regarding SOS 2.0 CLICK HERE.

Useful Links

• Access or establish an account to submit fluid samples, as well as manage or view SOS reports and data.   Vision Link/SOS web l Sign In   
  *SOS online is now only accessible through Vision Link.  Choose SOS Services on the Vision Link home page to be directed to SOS Online.

• Explanations and Sources of Increased Readings.   Click Here

• Understanding Your Results: Oil, Coolant & Fuel.  Click Here

• How To Take a Good Sample. Click Here  

• Fuel Sampling Guide.  Click Here

Useful Videos

• Oil Sampling via Dipstick with Vacuum Pump.
  
  

• Fluid Sampling via Live Sample.