Akshta Vaish Manager – Technology Hindalco Industries Ltd
Equipment reliability is the ability of the machine to perform as intended without failure and within specified performance for a specified time. Equipment reliability is very important and helps improve the efficiency of the operation, reduce maintenance & operational costs. This paper presents the case of MRHF Compressors having low efficiency and frequent breakdowns. In this study, three different lubricants were studied, and performance of the compressor was monitored. Oil analysis including physical and chemical properties and condition monitoring tools were used for the collection of data. Operational behavior and other operational parameters were monitored. The results of the study show that shifting to next-generation compressor oil improves equipment reliability and cost-effectiveness.