Turbine Maintenance

 Turbine Control System is the heart of a turbine.

Fire Resistant Fluid (FRF ) also known as EH Oil used in the Turbine control system for providing lubrication and smooth functioning. They tend to lose their TAN (Total Acid Number) value with time and continuous operation.


Maintaining TAN value and keeping the oil free from all types of contaminants is very essential for the uninterrupted working of the Turbine Control System.


Our MLC-TRIX Series is helpful in reducing 4 types of contaminants from lubricating and hydraulic systems. The system is beneficial in reducing the total acid number (TAN) from higher levels to within acceptable levels maintaining solid contaminants and water contamination in the oil within acceptable limits.


Minimac uses the proven technology for reconditioning EH oil i.e. TAN Reduction by Ion Exchange method (TRIX), MLC LVDH TRIX 20 which is a combo pack designed for simultaneous reduction of TAN, moisture, and NAS value of the EHC fluid.




Learn in detail about the control system of turbines by clicking here.


Your turbine needs contamination-free oil.


The Main Oil Tank (MOT) of the turbine houses thousands of liters of oil which ensures optimum lubrication in the Turbine.


Continuous use and the operating environment invites different types of contamination, mainly Solid Particle, and Moisture which pollute oil and make it unfit for the Turbine.


Negligence of which can lead to mechanical breakdown and increase the cost of maintenance and repair. It also hinders operation dropping down the overall efficiency.


Our range of Oil Purification products, FS-x Series and MLC LVDH-x Series helps fight Solid and Moisture contamination in Oil, making it fit to be used again and ensuring uninterrupted operations.


Have you adopted Oil Purification practices for better machine efficiency? If not, this is HIGH TIME!




If you are looking forward to adopting some right lubrication and maintenance practices for turbine EHC fluid? Watch out for our webinar exclusively


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