Laboratory

Technical Control You Can Verify.

Our modern, in-house laboratory provides the rigorous data and disciplined testing required to maintain the global manufacturing standards of our multinational and regional partners.

Technology & Expertise

Sharlu’s in-house laboratory is equipped with the latest oil analysis technology and operated by a team of fully qualified chemists. Our advanced instruments support oil testing and lube oil analysis across the UAE, delivering accurate, fast, and reliable results and ongoing monitoring that gives customers early warning of issues in machinery or engines, along with clear insights for different industries.

We combine modern testing equipment with industry-leading methodologies to provide predictive maintenance insights, quality assurance, and data-driven recommendations for every sample submitted through our services. Our laboratory work follows recognized international methods, including ASTM and ISO standards, as laboratories in the UAE often do.

Laboratory Equipment for Inspection Services

Our laboratory features a full suite of modern, high-precision instruments, including:

Analytical Balance

Precise measurement of additives and sample quantities

CAV (Capillary Viscometer)

Viscosity measurement at controlled temperatures

Cold Cranking Simulator (CCS)

Low-temperature engine start-up performance

Colour Comparator

Contamination and oxidation assessment

Demulsibility Tester

Water separability and emulsion stability

Digital Density Meter

Density and specific gravity verification

Dropping Point Apparatus

Grease temperature stability

Flash Point Testers (COC & PMCC)

Ignition and safety thresholds

Foaming Bath & Foaming Tester

Foaming tendency and stability

Engine Oil Testing and Analysis

Our laboratory performs a comprehensive range of tests designed to evaluate lubricant performance, degradation, contamination, and suitability for continued use.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Performance & Degradation Indicators

Advanced Diagnostics

These tests provide a complete picture of lubricant health, enabling customers to make informed decisions about oil changes, equipment maintenance, and operational efficiency.

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Why It Matters

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Why It Matters

Predictive maintenance

Reduces downtime, prevents costly failures, and can cut maintenance costs by catching issues early.

Fast turnaround

(24–48 hours for most tests) helps avoid delays that can cause expensive unplanned downtime.

Expert interpretation

Included with every report, with routine sampling programs providing diagnostic reports from certified labs.

ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited (TL-1077)

With recognition aligned to EIAC and ENAS requirements.

Third-party testing available

For industrial and commercial clients.

Our laboratory is not just a support function – it is a strategic asset that strengthens product quality, customer trust, and operational reliability.

Our modern, in-house laboratory regularly tests samples taken during each stage of the procurement and production process. We also offer used oil analysis and engine performance tracking, as part of an overall customer service that provides a complete overview of the physical and chemical characteristics of the lubricants being used and recommends specific lubricants for specific tasks. In the UAE, strict verification standards make reliable testing essential, and better oil-use management can also support environmental compliance by reducing hazardous waste.

SHARLU provides an experienced, quality-oriented and cost-effective solution to Customers’ oil analysis needs across the UAE, including Abu Dhabi, with inspection services that support industrial clients, producers, and traders. The full service in-house laboratory provides a wide range of tests on oil, grease, coolants, fuel, gas, and transformer oil.

Turnaround time at SHARLU is critical and watched closely by management as a measure of efficiency; contact the team to discuss sample requirements.