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A straightforward solution to a complex problem: targeted pump refurbishment that achieves 50% cost saving
ushing older equipment to meet an increased duty requirement can sometimes result in reliability issues down the line. However, achieving
this by sourcing newer replacements can be costly and prohibitively time consuming. To avoid either outcome, one of the largest oil refineries on the island of Java, Indonesia, relied on the specialist knowledge of Sulzer to refurbish and modernise eight diesel pumps. Te targeted overhaul programme helped the equipment attain a new operating point, providing a 50% cost saving compared to purchasing new units and five-month overall lead time reduction. Recently, the refinery underwent a facility-wide upgrade project designed to maximise production capacity and meet the future energy demands of Indonesia.
One of the largest oil refineries on the island of Java, Indonesia, relied on Sulzer to refurbish and modernise eight diesel pumps
THE RIGHT EXPERTISE FOR LEGACY EQUIPMENT
As part of this initiative, the equipment promptly identified for modernisation included eight diesel pumps used to transfer fuel from the refinery. Te pumps were using six diesel drives and two steam turbines for power. One of the assets dated from 1975, and there was no existing documentation available on site for any of the units.
As a result, operators were unsure how
to improve the performance of the pumps to meet the increased fuel demand while safeguarding reliability. Consequently, the engineering contractor approached a number of pump specialists to see how a new duty point could be effectively achieved. Finding a service provider that can work
effectively with older equipment is often a challenge. However, after a rigorous tender process, the contractor selected Sulzer as its engineering capabilities meant that it rose above the competition. Using its knowledge as a global pump OEM, Sulzer is an expert in carrying out retrofits and refurbishments for equipment used in a wide range of applications. Tis ensures that higher reliability and efficiency standards can be achieved with optimised overhaul projects.
Sulzer Indonesia carried out detailed inspections of the units and conducted a full refurbishment of the pumps, bringing them back to as-new standard
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LOCAL EXPERTISE WITH GLOBAL SUPPORT Sulzer’s local service centre in Indonesia provided seamless access to engineering services and the company’s wider global network. For the Indonesian project, this worldwide support proved crucial in collating all the necessary information and expertise to deliver the project effectively and on time.
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