Problem
A leading gas turbine manufacturer detected elevated deposits in their equipment. An unplanned shutdown was not possible due to production constraints and a flush operation could not be facilitated. In addition, elevated bearing temperatures posed an operational risk.
Solution
DECON™ was added to the system at a treat rate of 5% to aid in removing the deposits and reducing the bearing temperatures.
Results
Following the addition of DECON to the system, rapid solubilization of deposits occurred within a few days, eliminating the need for a system flush. The intervention successfully averted an unplanned shutdown, prompting the subsequent application of DECON to several other systems.
