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CASE STUDY GEARBOX OIL CLEANSING AT A-PLANT DARRINGTON

BACKGROUND

A Plant Darrington operates heavy-duty gearboxes exposed to severe contamination. These gearboxes are vital to production, yet their oil was found in a hazardous state: Too dirty to count by standard particle counters. Visible haze confirming high solid and water contamination. Severe wear metals present (Fe 59 ppm, Cu 60 ppm, Pb 38 ppm). Water content at 123 ppm — high enough to accelerate corrosion and shorten oil life. Without intervention, these conditions risked: Accelerated gearbox wear. Costly downtime from sudden failure. Shortened oil service life, requiring full drains and replacements.

THE CHALLENGE

Initial oil contamination levels exceeded particle counter calibration. Ferrous debris and moisture threatened gears and bearings. PQ (Particle Quantifier) index was 35, confirming high levels of magnetic wear particles. A solution was required to reclaim and reuse the oil safely, restore lubrication performance, and prevent equipment failure.