
Lubricant Varnish: What We’ve Learned and What We Still Don’t Know
25 years of research have transformed how we detect, treat, and understand lubricant varnish — but critical gaps remain. Here's where the science stands today.
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Overview A major petrochemical plant in China replaced the lubricant in an Ingersoll Rand compressor on its second air separation unit.
Overview A major gas treatment plant in Belgium faced rising axial bearing temperatures and heavy deposit formation.
Overview A major power plant in Australia faced rising operational risks from elevated MPC values and declining RULER® results in its gas turbines.
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25 years of research have transformed how we detect, treat, and understand lubricant varnish — but critical gaps remain. Here's where the science stands today.

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