Fluid Management and Contamination Analysis
Identifying the proper size and type of oil filtration will efficiently remove particulate contamination and water from lubrication systems on critical equipment enabling operators to achieve targeted ISO cleanliness levels resulting in increased operating profits by maximizing equipment up-time, reducing process operating costs and extending the life of their capital assets.
How clean should your oil be? Set your targets!
When your system runs cleaner, your machine performs better and your components last longer.
We have the experience and expertise to build a fluid management system for your hydraulic and lubrication oils on your critical equipment to ensure your fluid is free of solid contaminates and water. Removing solid and water contaminates with our filtration products extends hydraulic component life, reduces bearing wear, extends the life of your hydraulic and lubrication oils reducing costly oil replacement and disposal, and reduces filter element consumption. In the end, Hydralogie’s Fluid Management systems keep your systems running clean reducing their negative impact on the environment.
Capital Equipment is one of the most expensive assets for any business and therefore, regular maintenance will extend the life of capital equipment, reduce capex, and mitigate the risk of unplanned downtime. Studies show that more than half of lost useful machine life is due to mechanical wear of components. Approximately 70% of mechanical wear is caused by particle contamination in the oil. Clean oil results in reduced wear rates resulting in higher machine availability and machine life.
What is clean oil? When we discuss cleanliness we often refer to the ISO particle count of the oil. According to the ISO 4406 standard, the ISO particle count is a measure of the number of particles greater than 4, 6, and 14 microns in every milliliter of fluid. The number of particles is then converted to what is referred to as the ISO Code or Range Code. The range code represents the number of particles of a given size in one milliliter of sample. Results from an oil cleanliness testing are typically reported in a three number format such as 18/16/13, where 18 represents the range code representing the number of particles that are 4 microns and larger, 16 the range of particles that are 6 microns and larger, and 13 represents particles 14 microns and larger.
Fluentis Fluid Management Services can provide a program to manage your oil lubricants through the entire life cycle of the oil. From the time the fluid arrives at your facility is stored, transferred and put to use Fluentis has the process and equipment to keep it clean. We offer regularly scheduled fluid sampling and analysis, process audits, and equipment assessments ensuring your equipment is properly protected with clean fluids and filtration technology that is operating per specifications.
Experience Solutions That Deliver:
- Systematic Fluid Monitoring
- Equipment diagnostics and audits
- Proactive preventative maintenance
- Resolution of problems at the source
- Recommendations and technical support throughout the engagement
- Implementation of detailed reliability programs
- Laboratory services for all fluids
- Training
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Identify the right components to achieve your cleanliness targets
Work with our fluid management experts to specify the size and type of in-line or offline filtration products for your specific application. We can help you setup the proper fluid maintenance program by specifying the correct measurement and diagnostic equipment to monitor fluid cleanliness, specify the correct filter elements to achieve targeted cleanliness levels and maintenance intervals to maximize equipment life, reduce operating cost, and increase the sustainability of operations.
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Sampling equipment and reservoir accessories
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FAQ
We got answers to your questions
Here, you will find comprehensive answers to some of the most commonly asked questions regarding our services. Please do not hesitate to contact our support team should you have additional questions. We are committed to providing you with solutions to address your needs.
Can Hydralogie take care of sampling and managing the calendar?
Yes, our Fluentis division has dedicated trained resources that can come to your facility and take samples from your critical equipment per the schedule setup on a calendar.
Do you provide support for interpretation?
Yes, we have experienced experts that can read your report and provide very specific actions to correctly maintain the cleanliness of your fluids per your equipment’s requirements.
Can you send a personal report after each sampling run to assist our people with taking the specific actions needed to clean the oil?
Yes, our experts will schedule time with your team to assist them with interpreting the reports and setting cleanliness goals for your equipment using the ISO 4406 standards.
We are using new oil from the container, why do we need to filter it?
New oil is not clean oil! A common misconception among maintenance and reliability personnel is that new oil purchased is clean enough for immediate use. New oil from containers or bulk deliveries contains 2 to 20 times the amount of particles acceptable for most equipment.
How long will it take to achieve my cleanliness targets for my equipment?
Achieving your cleanliness targets is not an overnight process, but it can lead to major extensions of machine life and oil service life. Each situation is different and depends on your specific application, we typically see immediate results within hours/days with targets met in 1 to 4 weeks. However, ongoing maintenance is essential to extending the life of your equipment and minimizing downtime.
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We tailor solutions to meet your needs
How can we help you achieve your goals and objectives? Our knowledgeable team of fluid management experts and hydraulic design engineers are available to answer questions about your specific application and provide you with an action plan with recommended solutions to address your needs. Connect with a member of our team by calling 450-419-9411 or email us at solutions.now@hydralogie.com.