Engineering and operational capability make the difference in critical Flushing services

In Flushing services, correctly sizing the equipment is not simply a technical matter: it can be critical to the safety, schedule and operational continuity of an offshore installation.

Recently, Lubritech was called in to take over a job on a Petrobras platform after a previous intervention had not achieved the expected results, causing significant operational impacts.

To address this challenge, our team developed a specific execution plan and mobilized equipment with the appropriate pressure and flow capacity, together with the resources and infrastructure required to meet the demands of the service.

Prior to execution, representatives from the platform visited our facilities to review the planning, evaluate our capabilities and align on the execution strategy. During the visit, some of the equipment and technologies presented also generated interest for potential future applications.

The service was successfully completed, achieving the expected results and demonstrating once again the importance of combining engineering, planning, experience, properly sized equipment and operational capability.

This experience reinforces an essential principle: in critical Flushing services, simply mobilizing equipment is not enough. Understanding the system, defining the correct parameters and having the appropriate resources to execute the work safely and efficiently are fundamental.

Having the right equipment — and knowing how to use it — makes all the difference.

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Master Class on Rotating Equipment Maintenance: Best Practices for Greater Operational Reliability

On August 14, a Master Class on Rotating Equipment Maintenance was held, focused on sharing experiences and best practices applicable during scheduled shutdowns of process plants.

The session addressed critical aspects aimed at increasing asset reliability and availability, with particular emphasis on best practices for performing High Velocity Flushing in turbocompressors as part of maintenance activities.

Proper control of lubrication system cleanliness during a shutdown is essential to prevent contamination, reduce the risk of premature failures in bearings and other critical components, and ensure suitable conditions for a reliable start-up.

The application of appropriate Flushing, filtration, and cleanliness control methodologies, supported by sound engineering criteria and proper verification of the cleanliness levels achieved, helps reduce start-up risks and directly contributes to greater reliability, availability, and service life of rotating equipment.

These experiences and best practices aim to strengthen maintenance management and ensure that every plant shutdown becomes an opportunity to eliminate sources of contamination, control risks, and return assets to operation in optimal conditions.

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More than 30 High Velocity Oil Flushing projects completed in just three months.

Over the past three months, the Lubritech Spain team has successfully completed more than 30 High Velocity Oil Flushing projects, supporting our customers during the commissioning and maintenance of critical lubrication and hydraulic systems.

These projects have been carried out at Spanish refineries, gas processing plants, and one of the most significant industrial developments currently underway: the construction of a new chemical plant in Portugal.

Every project is engineered to meet the highest international standards. Our procedures are aligned with the latest edition of ASTM D6439, which raised the turbulent flow criterion from Reynolds numbers above 4,000 to above 10,000, reflecting today’s best practices for cleaning lubrication and hydraulic systems.

To achieve these results, we utilize high-capacity flushing units, high circulation flow rates, and high-efficiency filtration systems, ensuring the effective removal of particles and contaminants. Every project is supported by rigorous quality control, continuous contamination monitoring, and strict Safety, Quality and Environmental procedures throughout the entire operation.

The result is a highly effective cleaning of piping, reservoirs, valves, and rotating equipment, reducing commissioning risks, improving asset reliability, and extending the service life of lubrication and hydraulic systems.

We are pleased to share a selection of photographs from projects recently completed in Spain and Portugal, highlighting our team’s commitment to technical excellence, operational safety, and customer satisfaction.

If you would like to learn how High Velocity Oil Flushing can improve the reliability of your facility, please contact us at info@sicelub.com. We will be pleased to discuss your application and share our experience.

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