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How to manage the cost of Lubricant Filtration

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  The cost of removing dirt from oil is substantial, mainly when plants and fleets operate in dusty environments. We are aware of the fact that contamination control is optional but an important maintenance strategy. You may find it surprising, but most oils purchased these days are not filtered before being sold. It may look transparent, but it has particles that are not expected to be in new oil. The existing contaminants of lubricants must be addressed first before putting into service. Achieving cleanliness of oil at economical rates should be taken care of by smart maintenance professionals. As already mentioned, many new lubricants may have impurities that contribute to premature filter plugging. An oil change can be more economical than filtration (in some cases). In simple words, filters last if they don’t plug in particles/impurities. A careful inspection must be done in this case. If you change filters very often, it will be a waste of resources. The additional cost includes

Are you buying the right oil filter?

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  Have you ever thought when you raise a requirement for a particular filter let’s say a 10-micron filter you get a range of prices some being ridiculously low and some being higher than most, and all claim to give the best 10-micron filter? We get tricked at this point and without looking at differences we think that the only differentiator is the profit margin and procure the filter with the least price. For filter check contact - +91 7030901266. Let’s try to understand the real reason for the price difference. There are two types of filter ratings: Absolute:  Filter Rating meaning 99.9% of the particles larger than a specified micron rating will be trapped on or within the filter. Nominal:  Filter Rating indicating the approximate size particle, the majority of which will not pass through the filter. It is generally interpreted as meaning that 85% of the particles of the size equal to the nominal filter rating will be retained by the filter. So, a vendor quoting for an Absolute 10-m

Control System Of Turbine - Failure & Maintenance

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Control System The turbine control system describes the control over the opening of control valves corresponding to demand signals, and steam flows into the turbine with the help of a governing system that facilitates the operation of the turbo set in an interconnected grid system. Governing system is responsible for various function such as speed & load control functions, the start-up/shut-down controls, the over-speed control, turbine stress calculation, to control the initial run-up and synchronization of the Unit, to assists in matching the power generated to that demanded by responding to system frequency changes, to regulate the steam control valves position (and hence the load generated)in response to signal from the operator or from the load dispatch Centre, to restrict the speed rise within acceptable limits should the unit get disconnected (islanding) from the lgridoad and some protective trip functions. With continuous research and developments in modern turbine technolo

Are you experiencing sub-optimal results even after changing filters?

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  We have talked about how to procure filters and what specifications to look for, but selecting the filter according to the specifications doesn’t ensure the best results if a filter is not employed properly. In this article, we will discuss a few factors which can impair a filter's performance. I hope you have read these 2 articles: http://bit.ly/35J0Vuy http://bit.ly/2QInSKi Whenever you are experiencing sub-optimal results even after changing filters, below are some possibilities which should be checked for: Collapsed center tube Inconsistent media quality Damaged or burst filter media – fatigue Bypass at filter media seam Bypass due to adhesive failure Damaged gasket or O-ring seal Bypass valve jammed in open/closed position Installation error, installing a filter in the opposite flow direction Bypass valve leakage Misaligned filter and seal If none of the above factors contribute to the sub-optimal functioning of your filters we suggest you contact the Minimac Consulting team

Power Sectors in India

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  After China and the United States of America (USA), India is the world's 3rd largest power producer currently producing 373,029.35MW of power. Catering to the huge population of India. Let’s take a glance at the power generation sector in India. 62% of the total production of power is generated by thermal energy sources. 23.9% is produced from Renewable Energy Sources such as wind and solar. 12.3% is produced from Hydro Energy & 1.8% is produced from Nuclear Energy. In order to match the ever-increasing demand of the market, power production is increasing every passing day. India's electricity consumption has increased by approximately 2 folds in the last decade from 199,877 MW at the end of the 11th Five-Year Plan (2012) to 373,029 MW in 2020. Sustainable development is very necessary for an industry that operates 24/7. To fulfill the demand of the market it is necessary to keep the machinery healthy and for healthy machinery  selection of the right lubricants is a must