Heavy Lift Cranes

Requirements

Reliable equipment is critical to the efficiency of all ports. In particularly the large cranes used to move cargo between the port and ships.

Solutions

Oil quality plays a critical role and Tan Delta was able to assist an operator mitigate risk and reduce operating costs.
Oil Quality Sensors (OQSx) were fitted to the primary hydraulic systems and onboard 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.

Benefits

The installation of the oil sensors delivered a series of benefits which all contributed to the estimated six month investment pay back.

Highlights

Cost Effective: Actual oil consumption was reduced by 32.2% as the sensor showed that oil was being replaced when still viable.
Reduced Maintenance Intervals: Service intervals were significantly extended and based upon need.
Reduced Waste: Oil disposal costs were dramatically reduced due to fewer oil changes.
Prevent Catastrophic Failure: Unexpected contamination which could have lead to serious equipment damage was immediately identified.