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Lubrication Services High Velocity Oil Flushing Service Data Sheet Description The failure of one or more key components or the presence of carbon and/or varnish build-up can severely compromise equipment reliability , especially with large, complex equipment like stationary engines, turbines, paper machines, and plastic injection molders. When this happens, the associated lube system may require flushing and filtration to meet specified cleanliness levels. Your ExxonMobil engineer may recommend this Integrated Lubrication Service (ILS) on the basis of an equipment inspection. This service off ers a high velocity oil flush of the lubricant circulation system. Application ExxonMobil engineers work with plant personnel to: ■ Identify critical production equipment and implement objectives that help ensure optimal performance ■ Develop circulation system cleanliness specifications in conjunction with equipment builder and filtration supplier ■ Coordinate arrangements with the ILS provider who will arrive on-site to: - Complete the high velocity flushing of circulation piping and related elements (see Process Details, reverse side) - Gather key baseline and other relevant data for inclusion in the report Potential Benefits Potentia l benefits could include the following: ■ Revenue improvement through reduction of unscheduled downtime ■ Reduction in parts replacement and lubricant expenses ■ Lower maintenance labor costs ■ Improved equipment reliability and more effectiv e maintenance control ■ Reduced used lubricant disposal costs Deliverable ■ Prepare an Engineering Service Report that: - Details the lubricant treatment steps completed - Documents the lubricant cleanliness level prior to and after treatment - Recommends steps to maintain lubricant system cleanliness such as routine Oil System Preventive Maintenance - Provides an estimated value of the service to the customer ■ Distribute and present the completed report to plant management and key personnel
