Commitment to operational reliability in Peru’s major mining industry

Commitment to operational reliability in Peru’s major mining industry.

Recently, Lubritech Perú S.A.C. successfully executed two major service projects for a leading Peruvian mining company during a high-criticality plant shutdown, reaffirming our commitment to safety, quality, and operational efficiency.

  1. Comprehensive maintenance of Hydraulic Power Units (HPU)

Our team completed the full maintenance of 18 Hydraulic Power Units, essential for thickening, filtration, and hydraulic distribution systems.
Activities included:

  • Full replacement of hydraulic oil.
  • Replacement of return and pressure filters.
  • Maintenance of solenoid valves and seal replacement.
  • Internal and external tank cleaning.
  • Efficiency testing of pumps and HPUs.

The service achieved 100% technical compliance, restoring hydraulic performance and the reliability of critical equipment.

  1. Maintenance and calibration of relief, vacuum, and purge valves

We also carried out specialized valve maintenance in the Grinding, Flotation, Tailings and Filtration areas.
This included:

  • Controlled removal and individual identification.
  • Full maintenance and cleaning.
  • Certified calibration on hydraulic/pneumatic test bench.
  • Reinstallation and leak-tightness tests.

A total of 39 valves were serviced and left 100% operational, with 3 valves replaced.

These projects reflect Lubritech Perú’s continuous commitment to safety, quality and the optimization of critical mining processes.

We congratulate the technical team:

HPU:
Jose Guanilo • Oscar Montenegro • Diego Castañeda • Jonathan Mallqui • Juan Carlos Chala • Aldair Cano • Bruno Anaya • Gabriel Fonseca • Alejandro Sanchez • Samuel Espinosa • Benjamín Zapata

Valves:
Samuel Espinosa • Kevin Garabito • Jorge Gallo • Gabriel Quiroga • Kenyi Ruiz • Aldair Cano

Administrative support:
Maria Zapata • Danitza Boulanger • Roberto Romero

 

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The Voice of the Customer: when the work speaks for itself

The Voice of the Customer: when the work speaks for itself
At Sicelub Lubritech Group, we believe there is no better introduction than what our customers say about us.

In recent weeks, we carried out a series of high-efficiency flushing jobs for a customer responsible for maintenance services at a major refinery in Brazil.
These were critical interventions, executed during a scheduled shutdown, with absolute focus on Safety, Technical Quality, and Operational Reliability.

Today we want to share some of the comments received from the teams who followed the work on site:

️ Comments from the Customer’s Maintenance Team
• “These guys are good, they work in sync and with great professionalism.”
• “Always helpful and working together with us to solve any issues that arise.”
• “When we saw it would be you, we knew we wouldn’t have problems — and that’s exactly what happened.”
• “It’s ‘no fun’ working with you because we never have problems—so I don’t hover around and I end up learning less.” (said in a satisfied tone)
• “The Lubritech team works in perfect sync; everyone has full command of the actions to be carried out.”

️ Direct Comment from the Refinery
During the job review, the Refinery representative asked our customer:
“How was the flushing? Did we have any issues?”
With the negative reply, the supervisor concluded:
“There are things money can’t buy.”

Receiving this kind of recognition strengthens our motivation to continue delivering technical excellence, close support, and reliable results in every project we take on.

We deeply thank our customer, the Refinery, and all professionals involved for the trust placed in Sicelub Lubritech.

If your plant faces challenges in flushing, varnish removal, contamination control, or lubrication system reliability, contact us: info@sicelub.com

Everllence

#VoiceOfTheCustomer #Flushing #VarnishRemoval #IndustrialLubrication #Maintenance #Reliability #Sicelub #Lubritech #Refinery #LubricationEngineering #OperationalExcellence #Brazil

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Varnish Removal in Turbocompressor – Grupo Sicelub Lubritech

We share recent information about a Flushing and Varnish Removal job carried out by Sicelub Ibérico on a Turbocompressor in Spain.

The system, containing more than 6,000 liters of oil, showed a high level of varnish contamination.
During a scheduled shutdown, our team performed the injection of a varnish-dissolving additive together with the new lubricant charge.

Through an external heating system and controlled circulation throughout the unit, varnish deposits adhered to internal surfaces were effectively dissolved and captured.
After several hours of circulation, the entire oil charge was drained at high temperature to completely remove the dissolved varnish.

Subsequently, new oil was loaded, and a high-efficiency filtration process was started, improving the ISO 4406 code from 22/19/14 to 17/15/12, meeting international standards for critical lubrication systems.

The entire project was completed on time, within scope, and under strict safety standards, ensuring the system’s reliability.

 

We thank our clients and technicians for their excellent work.
For similar requirements, please contact us at info@sicelub.com or visit www.sicelub.com

#Flushing #VarnishRemoval #ISO4406 #HighEfficiencyFiltration #IndustrialLubrication #PredictiveMaintenance #SicelubIberico #GrupoSicelub #Lubritech #Turbocompressor #Energy #Reliability

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Technical Lubrication Training – Grupo Sicelub Lubritech

Last week, Lubritech Argentina conducted an Industrial Lubrication Training Course at an important Thermal Power Plant in Southern Argentina.

This region is becoming increasingly relevant for the country’s energy development, particularly due to its proximity to Vaca Muerta, where unconventional hydrocarbon production continues to grow steadily.

The training covered key topics such as:
Tribology and its impact on equipment reliability.
Lubricant composition, including base oils and additives.
Contamination Control, emphasizing how proper practices can extend equipment life by reducing water, particles, gases, and varnish in lubrication systems.

The main aspects of High-Velocity Hydraulic Flushing were also reviewed, highlighting ASTM D-6439 and ASTM D-4378 standards. Additionally, our lubricant purification technologies were presented:
⚙️ Thermojet (Air Stripping)
⚙️ ISOPur (Balanced Charge Agglomeration)

The course was led by Roberto Romero and Cristian Schmid, with the active participation of over 10 professionals from the Mechanical Maintenance Department.

We thank our client for the opportunity to share knowledge and continue contributing to reliable and efficient lubrication system maintenance.

For more information about our technical training, flushing services, or lubricant purification technologies, please contact info@sicelub.com or visit www.sicelub.com

 

#Lubrication #Tribology #ContaminationControl #HydraulicFlushing #Thermojet #ISOPur #IndustrialMaintenance #LubritechArgentina #Sicelub #TechnicalTraining #Energy #VacaMuerta

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Chemical Cleaning of Heat Exchangers – Phase 1

Plant Shutdown – September 2025 | Peru

During the scheduled plant shutdown in September, the Lubritech Peru team successfully carried out the chemical cleaning of heat exchangers from the Ring Motor and Lubrication System of the SAG 1, Ball 1, and Ball 2 Mills of Phase 1, at a major mining company in Peru.

The main goal was to remove scale, sediments, and contaminants accumulated in the cooling and lubrication circuits, which affected heat transfer and overall equipment performance.
This work aimed to restore optimal operating conditions, extend system life, and ensure process continuity and safety.

Activities included draining, connection of recirculation systems, and continuous monitoring of technical parameters (pH, temperature, conductivity, and TDS), ensuring a controlled and safe execution aligned with technical and environmental standards.

✅ Results

The intervention allowed the recovery of the heat exchangers’ thermal efficiency, improving heat transfer, reducing operating temperatures, and stabilizing the lubrication and cooling systems.
All neutralization and responsible environmental management procedures for generated effluents were properly completed.

Congratulations to the Lubritech Peru team for their commitment, professionalism, and outstanding performance

‍♂️ Technical Team:
José Zavala López
Benjamín Zapata
Jorge Aguirre
Alejandro Guerrero
Elvis Bracho
Yogrey Infante

Administrative Support Team:
María Zapata
Danitza Boulanger
Roberto Romero

Proud to continue contributing to industrial reliability in Peru.

#LubritechPeru #IndustrialMaintenance #Lubrication #ThermalEfficiency #PlantShutdown #ChemicalCleaning #MiningIndustry #OperationalReliability #LubritechGroup

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25 Years of Leadership in High-Velocity Oil Hydraulic Flushing in Argentine Refineries.

During the recent Catalytic Plant Shutdown at a major refinery in Argentina, Lubritech Argentina successfully carried out critical high-velocity oil hydraulic flushing on the Blower Turbocompressor, the Gas Compressor, and the hydraulic systems of the plant’s valves.
This service is of vital importance: the Blower is the first rotating equipment to start up after the shutdown, and any delay in flushing could postpone the restart of a plant that produces over USD 500,000 per day.

Commitment to Standards and Continuous Improvement
To ensure flawless results and completion within schedule, we strictly follow ASTM D6439. This year’s job had special significance: 25 years ago, we performed the same activity in this plant, and since then, we have kept up with every revision of the standard, incorporating all improvements.
In 2000, the standard required a Reynolds number > 4,000, and we used a 150 GPM pump (as seen in historical photos).
The current version requires a Reynolds number > 10,000, so we deployed a 500 GPM pump (visible in the service video). This leap demonstrates our leadership, expertise, and ongoing technical evolution.

For this project, we worked with the refinery’s local technicians and also had the support of four specialized technicians from our External Services Department. We congratulate everyone for their commitment and attention to detail.

International Presence and Specialization
These services are not only performed in Argentina: our team provides high-velocity oil hydraulic flushing solutions throughout the Americas and parts of Europe, always working with Safety, Quality, and on time, following procedures approved by OEMs and end users.

Our specialization has made us a trusted partner for critical projects during plant shutdowns, ensuring equipment is ready to operate without delays.

A Touch of History
In the year 2000, the technical team was led by the person who is now the General Manager of the Sicelub Lubritech Group, a testament to our continuity, commitment, and passion for what we do.

For more information, visit the Flushing section on our website: www.sicelub.com
Inquiries: info@sicelub.com

 

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High Velocity Oil Flushing at Olefins Plant in Portugal

From our company Sicelub Ibérico in Spain, we successfully carried out a major high velocity oil flushing project at an Olefins Plant in Portugal. This project highlights our ability to perform these specialized services anywhere in Europe, always ensuring maximum reliability during commissioning and a reliable startup of critical equipment.

During the shutdown and revamping, we performed three flushing jobs on main compressors:

  • 4-body Raw Gas Compressor: turbine replaced by motor, including two tanks (lubrication and seal) and a Run Down Tank.
  • Ethylene Compressor: installation of a new lubrication skid.
  • Propylene Compressor: addition of a new tank and replacement of turbine with motor, in compliance with European regulations for CO₂ emissions reduction.

In all cases, the lubrication systems are equipped with Thermojet purifiers installed in the tanks, with an approximate capacity of 8,000 liters each.

To achieve the required cleanliness levels, we circulated oil at high velocity for extended periods, especially through heat exchangers, where more contaminants usually accumulate. As a result, we reached very low ISO 4406 cleanliness codes, in compliance with ASTM D-6439-23, ensuring maximum lubricant purity.

This achievement was made possible thanks to the dedication of our technical team, with full support from our organization in Spain and Portugal.

We attach some photos of the work team and the filters used during the process.

Learn more about our projects by visiting our website www.sicelub.com or requesting further information at info@sicelub.com.

#HighVelocityOilFlushing #SicelubIbérico #Lubritech #ReliableStartup #Commissioning #Europe #Olefins #ISO4406 #ASTMD6439

 

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Platform in Brazil: Varnish Removal in Vorecon Compressor (Voith Turbo)

Project Scope
• SCOPE: Varnish removal from oil in Vorecon Compressor
• CLIENT: Private offshore platform in Brazil
• EQUIPMENT: REINJECTION B system, Vorecon model (Voith Turbo)

Initial Conditions
• Initial contamination level: MPC 22
• After only 5 days of operation, field analysis showed a reduction to MPC 18.

Team Involved
• Responsible technician: Rodrigo Cardoso

️ Oil Type Used
• Oil: Shell Turbo S4 GX 32

Timeline
• Start date: August 3, 2025
• Initial rental period: 90 days
• Work in progress (stabilization still underway)

Lubritech Solution Applied
• Equipment used: ISOPur MR (ISOPUR)
This technology is based on Balanced Charge Agglomeration and is recommended by General Electric and Nuovo Pignone to prevent and remove varnish in lubrication systems, according to TIL 1528.

Importance of Preventing Varnish Formation in Voith Turbo Vorecon Units

The Vorecon series, manufactured by Voith Turbo, is widely used in compression, injection, or pumping systems on oil platforms—especially in Brazil. However, varnish formation in oil is a serious issue: it shortens the life of bearings and gears, impairs heat exchange, and can lead to unplanned shutdowns.

Why is this service relevant?
• The ISOPur MR ISOPUR technology, based on Balanced Charge Agglomeration, directly addresses both the prevention and removal of varnish.
• Recommended by OEMs like General Electric and Nuovo Pignone (per TIL 1528), it delivers results aligned with the highest industry standards.
• The reduction in MPC from 22 to 18 within just a few days demonstrates its clear effectiveness in controlling contamination.

Expected Benefits

  • Faster operational recovery: restoring system integrity with lower failure risk.
    • Improved equipment reliability: less mechanical wear and greater process stability.
    • Technical credibility and market recognition: proven technology used by major players, reinforcing Lubritech/Sicelub’s image as a premium solution provider.

Call to Action

If your facility shows signs of varnish contamination in Vorecon systems, contact us. We offer fast assessments, intervention with ISOPur MR, and full operational support. Preventing or removing varnish in Voith Turbo Vorecon equipment ensures greater safety, efficiency, and operating life.

To learn more about our solutions for varnish control and removal in lubrication systems, visit our website www.sicelub.com and discover our success stories, technologies used, and areas in which Grupo Sicelub Lubritech operates.
For personalized assistance or more technical information, please contact us at info@sicelub.com — we’ll be happy to assist you!

#varnishremoval, #VoreconEquipment, #VoithTurboVorecon, #ISOPURMR, #TIL1528

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High Velocity Oil Flushing at Vaca Muerta Plant

Lubritech Argentina successfully carried out a high velocity oil flushing job on the suction and pumping system of an EPF Plant located in Añelo, central Vaca Muerta area.

The intervention covered over 100 meters of 6 and 8-inch diameter pipes, using high-flow centrifugal pumps to ensure an efficient and safe process. This plant is dedicated to gas and oil recovery and separation, supplying the market with both products independently.

This work, led by Andrés Yamín and supported by the External Services and Administrative team from La Plata, contributes to a reliable startup and a commissioned system that guarantees maximum operational performance.

For more details on similar projects, we invite you to visit the news section on our website www.sicelub.com.

Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn and request more information by writing to info@sicelub.com.

#HighVelocityOilFlushing #LubritechArgentina #VacaMuerta #ReliableStartup #CommissionedSystem #OilFlushing

 

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Success Story – Flushing Service on Offshore Platform in Brazil

The team from Lubritech do Brasil successfully carried out a High Velocity Oil Flushing service in turbulent regime on the lubrication and control oil system of an HPU model MV-46, installed on a private offshore platform in Brazil.

Project Details:

• Personnel involved: Alexandre Adão and Anderson Moras
• Total volume treated: 1,600 liters in 8 days
• Mobilization time: 12 days
• Estimated time: 10 days
• Successfully completed in just 9 days

Technical Results:

• Initial particulate contamination: NAS 12
• Final result: NAS 5 in 24 hours
• Initial water contamination: 287 ppm
• Final result using Thermojet Oil Purifier: below 100 ppm in 2 hours

Client satisfaction level: Excellent

This is yet another demonstration of the Grupo Sicelub Lubritech commitment to technical excellence, operational safety, and high field performance. We continue working side by side with our clients, ensuring reliability and efficiency in critical lubrication and control systems.

To learn more about our solutions, visit: www.sicelub.com
For more technical or commercial information, contact us at: info@sicelub.com

 

 

 

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