For turbomachinery operators in the power generation sector, finding ways to reduce total cost of ownership and maintenance costs by maximizing asset availability and reliability is a top priority. Understanding and controlling the rate at which turbine oils degrade, and dealing with the by-products formed, are vital steps toward maximizing turbomachinery availability.

The paper shares insights and tips around:

• How today’s turbomachinery operating conditions and equipment design place additional stress on the turbine oil
• The turbine oil properties and specifications designed to help tackle varnish formation
• In-service strategies to minimize the impact of varnish formation – including the importance of effective turbine oil monitoring and analysis