Lubricant reliability is vital to life of industrial equipment(2)

Air Compressors

Lubrication requirements vary considerably based on air compressor type, the environment in which it is used, and the type of gas that is being compressed. Lubricant plays a critical role in sealing, preventing corrosion, preventing wear, and protecting internal metal parts. JTSOR has the right lubricants for most compressor types, whether they are centrifugal compressors, reciprocating compressors, rotary screw compressors, rotary vane compressors or dry screw compressors. When looking for an air compressor lubricant, first look at the viscosity requirements. After the viscosity requirements are identified, look for a lubricant that provides the following benefits.

• Excellent rust and corrosion protection
• High oxidation stability to maintain viscosity and provide long service life
• Demulsibility properties to shed water
• Filterable without the worry of additive depletion
• Nonfoaming

Don’t shoot for the bottom of the barrel when it comes to operating specifications. Instead, look for lubricants that exceed specifications. In doing so, you will help your air compressor equipment last longer and run more efficiently.

Oil Analysis Program

A good oil analysis program is integral to any successful lubricant reliability program. With consistent, accurate monitoring of the condition of your oil – whether in an engine, gearbox, circulating system or mainline power generation turbine – an oil analysis program can help you improve your bottom line with less lubricant to purchase, fewer parts to keep in inventory, less used lubricant requiring disposal, less labor and less downtime.

JTSOR’s oil analysis program – Xamine™ – enables you to be more efficient with your use of lubricants and reliability tools. Xamine™ monitors oil samples for mechanical, operational and environmental factors that can affect equipment and oil life. Why choose JTSOR for oil analysis? With JTSOR you can be confident you’re testing with a company that knows lubricants and knows your equipment. JTSOR’s testing facilities are ISO 17025 A2LA accredited, giving you additional peace of mind that your fluid analysis program is supported by a documented quality system you can depend on to deliver superior testing and customer service.

Lube Storage Facility

Almost every industrial operation has a lube room or some central area where lubricants are stored. Contamination issues often start there and are already a problem by the time the lubricants are introduced into the equipment. Knowing this, JTSOR helps many of its customers transform these areas into world class lubrication storage rooms that incorporate the latest in lubrication best practices. A lubricant storage upgrade is a great continuous improvement project and has the potential for a tremendous positive impact on your organization.

Improving your lubricant storage room encompasses several activities and benefits, including:

• Consolidating lubricant inventory and reducing amount of space needed for storage
• Identifying and color-coding lubricants to increase efficiency and reduce mistakes
• Reducing or eliminating contamination before it creates problems
• Improving safety

JTSOR partners with IFH Group, Fluidall and other reliability product suppliers to be your one-stop shop for lubricant storage solutions. JTSOR can help plan, design and quote your lubricant storage upgrade. One of our certified lubrication consultants can be onsite to assist you every step of the way. We take great pride in making sure your lubricant storage facility fits your needs and meets your goals.