Reliable equipment is critical to the efficiency of all ports. In particularly the large cranes used to move cargo between the port and ships.
Oil quality plays a critical role and Tan Delta was able to assist an operator mitigate risk and reduce operating costs.
OQSx sensors were fitted to the primary hydraulic systems and on-board compressors to provide real time monitoring of oil condition. An operator panel was installed providing a simple traffic light condition status, whilst live data was streamed back to the maintenance centre.
The data generated by the sensors enabled the operator to extend the intervals between servicing thus reducing direct operating costs, whilst at the same time providing the comfort that in the event of an unexpected issue an alert would be provided and action taken in a planned and controlled manner before any equipment damage had occurred.
With 6 month pay back, the installation of the oil sensors delivered a series of benefits which all contributed to the estimated 6 month investment pay back.