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Established in 1993, Zahid Tractor’s Scheduled Oil Sampling (S•O•S) Lab provides comprehensive fluid analysis to keep equipment operating at peak efficiency. Using state-of-the-art technology and Caterpillar methods, the S•O•S Lab monitors wear metals, contamination, oil condition and oil cleanliness for all types of equipment and brands. Zahid Tractor is one of the largest fluid analysis service providers in the Middle East, serving Saudi Arabia, Yemen, Sudan and the entire Gulf region.

Highly trained S•O•S Lab technicians monitor and provide detailed evaluations for oil, fuel and coolants, with a precision that has earned the lab ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 17025:2005 accreditation. This recognition demonstrates that the S•O•S Lab operates a highly qualified system, is technically competent and is able to generate valid results. In 2013, the lab analyzed over 88,000 oil samples from customers in the construction, power generation, industrial and marine businesses.

Vital in maintaining excellent condition of machines, S•O•S fluid analysis can help detect problems early, shorten repair time, avoid unscheduled downtime and indicate maximum component life. The S•O•S Lab has expertly designed facilities in both Jeddah and Dammam, which ensure customers receive efficient, accurate and world-class services.