Oil conditioning station

Product catalog summary

Introduction
The document emphasizes the importance of maintaining oil cleanliness in oil-lubricated machinery to ensure reliability and longevity. It underscores the necessity of defining contamination limits based on machinery type and criticality, using ISO 4406 as a standard for classifying oil cleanliness.

Oil Conditioning Station
An oil conditioning station is crucial for cleaning oil during loading, delivery, and storage. It ensures continuous filtration to maintain desired cleanliness levels and prevent contamination during various stages such as delivery, storage, and dispensing.

Benefits of Oil Conditioning Station

Ensures oil meets target cleanliness code (ISO 4406) before machine delivery.
Prevents cross-contamination and ingress of airborne particles and moisture.
Minimizes safety risks associated with drum handling and oil spillage.
Reduces fire risks with flame-resistant and fire suppression devices.
Promotes a neat and tidy workspace.

SKF's Proposal
SKF offers an analysis of current lubrication practices and suggests improvements in oil storage station configurations to meet application requirements. The proposal aims to transform practices from dirty, disorganized, unsafe, excessive, and costly to clean, organized, safe, optimal, and financially rewarding.

Features of Oil Conditioning Systems

Tanks available in various sizes and colors, built from aluminized steel.
Scalable and configurable systems to accommodate different lubricants.
Integrated spill control for environmental protection.
Fire suppression features with optional safety enhancements.
Fluid filtration capabilities with customizable micron ratings.
Fully assembled pods for efficient transport and installation.
Power options to match customer specifications.
High viscosity pumps for oils up to ISO VG 680.

Standard vs. Superior Models
The document compares standard and superior models, highlighting features such as SPCC spill containment, fire safety, pressurized dispensing, and ergonomic design in the superior model.

ISO Contamination Classification
ISO 4406 is used to classify oil contamination levels, with particle size ranges and scale numbers indicating the number of particles per milliliter of oil.

Model Configurations
The document lists various pre-configured models with different tank capacities and configurations, offering customization options to meet specific needs.

Superior Model Overview
The superior model is designed for optimal storage and dispensing of lubricating oils and glycol-based coolants in industrial settings. It features level gauges, desiccant breathers, storage shelves, stainless steel drip trays, and optional tools, parts, and hose reels storage compartments. It is compatible with pallet trucks or forklifts and includes a spill pallet. The model allows ergonomic filling from color-coded dispensers, with dedicated pumps and filters per tank, and retractable static discharge reels.

Impact of Cleanliness on Bearing Life
The SKF Bearing Calculator can estimate bearing life under specific conditions. For an SKF 22222 E bearing with a radial load of 100 kN, axial load of 10 kN, rotational speed of 500 r/min, operating temperature of 70°C, and using ISO VG 100 mineral oil, the expected life varies significantly with oil cleanliness. At ISO 4406 -/21/18, the life is 1,060 hours, while at ISO 4406 -/19/16, it extends to 1,950 hours, demonstrating an over 80% increase in bearing life with cleaner oil.

Model Configurations
Various pre-configured models are available, each supporting different numbers of hose reels and tank capacities. Options range from Model SU1 with up to 2 hose reels and 4 × 113 liters tanks, to Model SU9 with up to 4 hose reels and a combination of 4 × 454 and 1 × 908 liters tanks. Custom configurations are also available upon request.

Upgrade Options
Fire safety upgrades include fusible link auto-shut off tank isolation valves. Retractable hose reels with trigger-operated nozzles are available, featuring 19 mm diameter hoses in 8 m lengths for dispensing to large containers.

Consumables and Accessories
Filters: β2000 Micro Glass filters offer superior dirt-holding capacity and particle capture. Available in 4, 7, and 25 microns.
Desiccant Breathers: Replace when the orange gel turns green.
Tank Overfill Alarms: Audible and visual alarms with reset capability, powered by a 9 V lithium battery.
Suction Hose Storage: Options for storing suction hoses include mobile carts, wall-mounted racks, or frame mount racks.

Catalog excerpts

Oil conditioning station Modernise your oil storage and handling practices

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Keep your oil clean from the beginning Oil conditioning station The reliability of oil lubricated machinery depends very much on the cleanliness of the oil. Given its liquid nature, oil easily gets contaminated from the moment it is delivered up to application in the machine. In order to achieve long life from the components, contamination limits have to be defined for every asset according to the type of machinery and/or criticality. ISO 4406 is a standard method for classifying oil cleanliness and therefore, defining contamination limits. OEM recommendations are normally the first step in setting...

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Standard model • Very space efficient • Easy relocation around the plant Superior model • Premium ergonomic dispensing and working surfaces • Integrated parts, hose reels and tool storage • Electrical protection - circuit breakers, surge protectors and motor overload protection all help to ensure safe and effective operation in demanding environments • Numerous upgrade options Features Tanks - Built in aluminized steel and available in 10 different colours and four sizes: 113, 246, 454 and 908 litre (30, 65,120 and 240 US gal) Scalable and configurable - scale system to accommodate the number...

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Standard model The standard model delivers best-practice contamination control in a compact and space efficient form. Ideal for organizations that need a great contamination control, working within budget and/or space constraints. Level gauges Desiccant breather Retractable static discharge reel Removable stainless steel drip tray Dedicated pump and filter per tank Spill pallet Pallet truck or forklift compatible ISO contamination classification and filter rating The standard method for classifying the contamination level in an oil is described in ISO 4406. In this classification system, the...

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Dimensions standard model ST1 - w x d x h: 117 x 155 x 223,5 cm (46 x 61 x 88 in.)

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Superior model The superior model is the excellent practice solution for storage and dispensing of lubricating oils and glycol-based coolants in industrial facilities. An instant lubrication room, this premium configuration incorporates best-of-class features. Retractable static discharge reel Level gauges Colour-coded tanks Desiccant breather Storage shelf Stainless steel drip tray Dedicated pump and filter per tank Spill pallet Impact of cleanliness in bearing life Pallet truck or forklift compatible SKF Bearing Calculator is an online tool available from www.skf.com/kc that can be used (among...

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Model nr: SU3 - up to 8 hose reels 12 x 246 litres (12 x 65 US gal) Model nr: SU1 - up to 2 hose reels Model nr: SU2 - up to 4 hose reels Model nr: SU6 - up to 4 hose reels 4 x 246, 2 x 454 litres (4 x 65, 2 x 120 US gal) Model nr: SU4 - up to 6 hose reels 6 x 246 litres (6 x 65 US gal) Model nr: SU5 - up to 8 hose reels 8 x 246 litres (8 x 265 US gal) Model nr: SU9 - up to 4 hose reels 4 x 454, 1 x 908 litres (4 x 120,1 x 240 US gal) Model nr: SU7 - up to 4 hose reels 4 x 454 litres (4 x 120 US gal) Model nr: SU8 - up to 4 hose reels 6 x 454 litres (6 x 120 US gal) Dimensions superior model...

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High-viscosity pumps Hose reels Tank overfill alarms Upgrade options Fire safety Suction hose storage Tank overfill alarms Includes fusible link 74 °C (165 °F) auto-shut off tank isolation valves. Order one fire safety upgrade for each tank on your system. Hose reels Retractable hose reels with trigger operated dispensing nozzles. A 19 mm (3/4 in.) diameter hose in 8 m (25 ft) lengths allows dispensing to lubricant carts or other large containers. Available only with the superior model. Consumables Filters β2000 Micro Glass filters are a premium Spin-On Filter that provides maximum dirt-holding...

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