Oil Mist Containment Systems

Oil mist containment issues are a problem that plagues rotating machinery industries worldwide.  Oil saturated air from the thrust bearing oil pot escapes through the upper and lower seals and is mixed into the generator ventilation.  In closed air systems, the oil condenses throughout the machine reducing air cooler effectiveness and making the generator barrel a slip hazard.  Maintenance crews must take special precautions when climbing through the generator to avoid slipping.  Generator air coolers that are fouled with oil reduce overall efficiency of the machine.  Solutions to these problems are not often explored due to cost/benefit assumptions.  Contact a GPEA sales representative and discover how cost effective oil mist containment systems can be.