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New MHI forklifts for Maintenance Partners!

Last week the new forklifts were delivered at the Zwijndrecht Workshop. The previous generation forklifts had to be replaced and, with regards to health and environment, our preference was to select new electric powered forklifts.

 

After an analysis of different alternatives on the market, the best solution could be found in our own group. Mitsubishi Heavy Industries’ forklifts met all our demands and use the latest technologies. Besides this, the MHI forklifts are low maintenance, resulting in more reliable machines than our previous forklifts.

The new forklifts will result in an improvement in terms of safety, health and environment. More info can be found at De Ronde en Drubbel’s website.

Reciprocating Compressor Maintenance from A-Z

Earlier this year we were contacted by a refinery about a failing reciprocating compressor. This reciprocating compressor is a critical part of customer’s production process, so every unplanned shutdown leads to losses in production.

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Audit

Maintenance Partners proposed to perform an audit on the reciprocating compressor to determine the cause of failing. During these audits, vibration measurements, visual inspections and checks of the compressor’s foundation are performed. Besides this, the maintenance planning, technical data and use of wearable parts are reviewed. These comprehensive compressor audits allow us to draw up the compressor’s condition and propose potential solutions.

The audit showed that an overhaul of the reciprocating compressor was necessary to prevent wear of  moving parts and auxiliaries would lead to an unplanned shutdown. Additionally, it was advised to renew the compressor’s foundation.

To ensure continuous operation, the customer decided to schedule the overhaul and foundation renewal in this autumn.

 

Urgent overhaul: Back in operation after 28 days

A regular check after the audit showed that the maximum allowed vibrations were exceeded, caused by a failing foundation. Action on short notice was required to prevent a breakdown of the reciprocating compressor. The scheduled overhaul was performed 4 months earlier than originally planned. Within a month, the major overhaul and foundation renewal were completed and the reciprocating compressor was back in operation after 28 days.

 

Extension of Maintenance Intervals

Meanwhile, possibilities are evaluated to extend the time between maintenance intervals from 8000 running hours to 16000 running hours. This extension can be achieved by upgrading wearable parts, adjusting filter systems and installing condition monitoring equipment. For the customer, this means that the reciprocating compressor can be kept in operation longer, resulting directly in increased production.

 

One-stop-shop for reciprocating compressor maintenance

This case shows that Maintenance Partners can offer total solutions for reciprocating compressor maintenance, from performing audits to full overhauls and proposals for reliability improvement. Besides overhauls, field works and audits you can also contact us for foundation renewals, diagnostic maintenance, condition monitoring and spare parts. Our services are not limited to a single brand or make, we can work on any brand of reciprocating compressor.

Spare Parts

It is often difficult to find the right spare parts for reciprocating compressors. Moreover, finding spare parts gets more difficult as the equipment gets older. In many cases, the original parts can not be delivered within the required planning.

A solution for this problem can be offered by re-engineering, in addition this can also allow for improvements to the original part. In our engineering department, we have combined all the necessary knowledge and expertise to perform projects like these completely, from drawing to part manufacturing. This allows us to deliver spare parts with shorter lead times and a high quality.

 

Contact us

Are you interested in an audit of a reciprocating compressor or are you looking for possibilities to increase the time between maintenance intervals? Contact us via +32(0)3 744 1501 or through the contact form below:

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    Engineering: 12MW motor like new

    MP builds complete 12MW stator12MW Stator Maintenance Partners

    Maintenance Partners shows its engineering capabilities by building a new stator for a motor that drives a hyper compressor at Sabic’s plant in Geleen (Netherlands). Frank Claus, Technical manager – engineering department, who followed up the project technically and commercially: ”In Sabic’s production process a hyper compressor is used with a pressure of >2000 bar.

    The project concerns a synchronous motor that is DC powered and runs at 187,5 RPM constantly. Measurements one year prior to the stator swap showed that the rotor was still in good condition, but the stator proved to be in very poor condition. ”We got the order to build and install a new stator”, says Frank.

     

    10 months from engineering to realisation

    In 10 months time a completely new stator was built from engineering to realisation by an extensive team. During the rewinding, the the new stator was built. The works were supervised by the Dutch KEMA-DEKRA.

    ”This concerned a motor with an Ex n certification, a ‘non-sparking motor’. KEMA could provide the Ex n certification, because the new stator is fully compliant with the orinial specifications.  An absolute must to get the job”.

     

    Reverse engineering

    The winding of the stator required one of Maintenance Partners’ specialties: reversed engineering. ”There were original drawings, says Frank, ”but there was no data available on the windings. During a shutdown to extend the motor’s lifetime, we recorded all the necessary data.”

    The transport to Sabic’s facilities in Geleen proved to be a challenge, due to the large external dimensions: 6.30m tall, 5.20m wide and a depth of 1.5m. During a planned shutdown, the stator was loaded and transported to Sabic.

    Spectacular installation

    Maintenance Partners had 14 days to install the new stator. During the installation, a group of 7 worked in two shifts around the clock. The rotor and the existing stator (combined weight of 65-70T) had to be lifted simultaneously. After this, the old stator had to be replaced by the new one and everything had to be assembled. A special lifting plan was drawn up, because the roof had to be removed before the machine could be lifted.

    During the installation of the new stator, the team noticed that the motor’s exciter was in bad condition. Because the exciter is essential for the motor to run, the decision was made to rewind the exciter in the Zwijndrecht workshop during the shutdown.

    Despite this unforeseen problem, the exciter rotor was rewound within a week without delaying the original installation planning of the project.

     

    Energy Savings

    Measurements conducted by Sabic show that the new stator’s power consumption is reduced by 450kW per hour at full load. The energy savings were realised by using the best available materials and by an improved stacking of the magnetic stator core. This has increased the density of the core, resulting in improved efficiency.

     

    Team Effort

    The project went really smoothly thanks to the good cooperation between the teams that worked on the stator. Completing projects like these shows that MP has the necessary engineering knowledge and expertise to peform overhauls on critical equipment and even apply improvements.

     

    Cooperation with Sabic

    ”This was a very nice project, mainly due to the pleasant and intensive cooperation with the people at Sabic. We were able to use our experience from previous projects (MP overhauled a hypercompressor motor at Sabic before and built two generators at the Swedish paper manufacturer Smurfit Kappa). Moreover, we have gained more experience by completing this project. Experience we’ll certainly use in the future, because there clearly is a demand in the market for interventions like these”, concludes Frank.

     

    More information

    For more information about the repair of electric motors, visit our e-motor page. If you would to know more about the maintenance of high voltage motors or our engineering capabilities, please contact us through the form below:

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      Maintenance Contracts for Wind Turbines & Performance Optimization

      Wind Field ServiceIn cooperation with seebaWIND Service, Maintenance Partners offers LTSA maintenance contracts for wind turbines. These contracts are based on availability guarantees and performance improvements.

      ‘’The Premium Plus service contracts offer optimal LTSA maintenance to the German market’’ explains seebaWIND Service CEO Severin Mielimonka. ‘’Run to failure belongs to the past as Premium Plus allows complete predictive maintenance’’.

      Maintenance Partners’ WINTELL intelligent data management system links all production, reliability and weather data and makes early prediction of disorders, failures and performance deviations possible. “With the help of WINTELL we can increase yields, improve the availability of the wind turbines and allow operation over the 20 years to come” says Mielimonka.

      SeebaWIND Service handles the 24/7 monitoring of the wind turbines via their remote control center. On top they take care of preventive and corrective maintenance including spare parts. Maintenance Partners is taking care of all main components, covers machine breakdown, wear and tear and business interruption costs. Both companies create added value by utilizing the Wintell system and in-depth analysis of historical data of the windturbine controller.

       

      Long-term revenue optimization

      The first joint Maintenance Partners-seebaWIND Service Premium Plus project in Germany has been launched on April 1 2014 in Neuengörs in Schleswig-Holstein.

      The wind farm that was commissioned in 2001 consists of six turbines of type Senvion MD70 (formerly REpower ) with a total of nine megawatts. All wind turbines have been upgraded with the WINTELL data management system. Through real-time data access, all data supplied by WINTELL will be monitored accurately.

      The second step in the project is the optimization of systems to improve efficiency. In this phase seebaWIND service plans a site-specific optimization of systems to improve efficiency. “The Premium Plus LTSA maintenance contract by seebaWIND Service and Maintenance Partners has given us the new approach that convinces with a very transparent and predictive maintenance” says Joachim Fröhlich from Denker und Wulf AG, the company that takes care of the wind farm’s technical operation. “The concept is to operate the plants as long as possible.”

      Maintenance Partners and seebaWIND Service have cooperated for projects in other European countries, including France and Spain, since 2013. “With seebaWIND service, we have found a partner that is service-oriented, responds quickly, solves problems, and has the necessary technical competence” says Pascal Collin, Business Development Manager at Maintenance Partners’ Wind Department.

      Contact

      For more information on our maintenance contracts or our Wintell system, please contact us at +32 (0)3 744 1501 or by using our contact page.


      Revision and rewinding of high voltage motors

      Maintenance Partners has decades of experience with the maintenance and rewinding of high voltage motors. The work for high voltage motors can be divided into onsite inspections and workshop repairs.

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      Onsite inspections

      The first inspections for high voltage motors are usually carried out on site. Dismantling the high voltage motor is usually not necessary, because we can make a “technical snapshot” using endoscopy or non-destructive material testing. The motor’s isolation value motor is determined by high voltage measurements such as DLA-measurements and Partial Discharge (PD or partial discharge) measurements. These measurements result show a clear picture of the motor’s condition and offer an indication of the remaining lifetime.

      An extensive inspection can be carried out if more detailed information is required about the condition of the motor. For these extensive inspections, end-plates need to be removed to allow for elaborate electrical measurements and mechanical inspections. As part of an extensive inspection, we also perform small repairs on the windings and isolation of both the rotor and stator.

      Online Monitoring

      Apart from onsite inspections, Maintenance Partners also offers the option to monitor the condition of the motor while it is in operation by using online monitoring. The advantage of online monitoring is, that the motor will be measured 24 hours a day and that we can intervene if necessary.

      Repairs in the workshop

      If the inspections show that the operational reliability of the high voltage motor can no longer be guaranteed, an on site inspection is not enough.

      During a standard revision, the motor is be cleaned and dismantled. In addition, all seals and bearings are replaced.

      Rewinding of high voltage motors

      In case of severe aging or damage to the windings, the only solution is to rewind the motor in most cases. The lead time for rewinding high voltage motors is often shorter than the delivery time for a replacement motor. Before we can start winding the high voltage motors, the coils have to be completely measured and reverse engineered.

      Apart from winding high voltage motors in the workshop, we can also take care of the revision and replacement of laminated cores. By using the latest materials, our engineering department can improve the efficiency and life expectancy of the high voltage motor.

      When the winding is finished, the motor is assembled and the mechanical and electrical aspects are checked in detail. At this stage, ultrasonic and ELCID tests are used.

      Winding of a 12 Megawatt stator

      An example of one of our projects is the winding of a 12 Megawatt stator for a Dutch customer. For more information about this project we recommend reading the article on our website.

      Contact

      For more information, call us at +32 (0)3 744 1501 or send us a message:

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        Special Delivery: Antonov An-124 Transports 120MW Generator Rotor

        Tuesday November 19 is a memorable day for two companies in the port of Antwerp. Maintenance Partners and Silvertrans have joined forces to transport a turbogenerator rotor with an Antonov An-124 cargo plane from India to Belgium.

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        The rotor is part of a 120MW Westinghouse generator that is being used for power generation in the Middle East. The generator is driven by a gas turbine. With a length of 9 meters and a weight of 38 tonnes, it is a rotor of considerable size.

        On Tuesday November 19 at 11h03, the Antonov An-124 landed at Brussels Airport. After unloading and customs clearance, the rotor was immediately transported to the Maintenance Partners workshop in Zwijndrecht for repairs.

        The Ukrainian cargo plane Antonov An-124 carried the cargo of 47.300 kg (rotor including its canister) from India to Belgium. This plane has been chartered, because the rotor is damaged and the generator rotor is essential for power generation.

        Rotor Repair: 75 days, 24/7

        The Zwijndrecht workshop has the specific compentences, required to successfully complete such complex electro technical projects.

        After the rotor has been delivered to the Zwijndrecht workshop, a team of specialists and engineers will work for 75 days and 7 days a week on the rotor. On average, 5 to 6 people are working continuously on the rotor during the project. During the project, the rotor’s insulation system is repaired. After this, the rotor will also be balanced at high speed.

         

        Interview Kanaal-Z (Dutch)

         

        Source: Kanaal-Z

        Unique Project

        For Maintenance Partners, this is a unique project that allows us to show our expertise and compentences in electrical repairs. The transport is not just unique for Maintenance Partners, but also for our partner Silvertrans and the Zaventem airport. We have cooperated with a company nearby, allowing for a smooth cooperation between both companies.

         

        News items & Interviews

        The Belgian media have also covered the rotor’s transport. Articles and news items have been published by different media, including Kanaal-Z, Het Laatste Nieuws en de Standaard.Silvertrans has released a series of photos showing the transport.

        Would you like to learn more about our rotor repair capabilities or about electrical maintenance? Contact us at +32 (0) 744 1501 or visit our contact page.

         


        Winding of large critical stator started

        On Friday November 15, a very large stator was delivered in our Zwijndrecht workshop. This delivery is the beginning of building a 12 MW electro motor that drives a critical hypercompressor at one of our customers in The Netherlands. With a width of 6.3 meters and a height of 5.2 meters, this is a motor of considerable dimensions and unique specifications:

        Type Alternating Current
        Power 12 megawatts
        Voltage 10 kilovolt
        Speed 32 pole / 188 rpm
        Protection Ex (non sparking)

        Partial Discharge in Existing Stator

        The existing stator is replaced, because measurements have detected partial discharges. Partial Discharges are a sign of wear or aging of the insulation and can lead to ozone emissions. The ozone emissions are a potential hazard for the working environment. Moreover, ozone is a highly aggressive gas that affects the insulation material and speeds up the aging process of the material.

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        Critical

        The driven hypercompressor is a critical machine and is necessary for the customer’s production. Because the hypercompressor is highly critical, the customer has decided to build a new stator with the exact same dimensions and specifications. The new stator will replace the existing stator in order to reduce production downtime as much as possible.

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        Stator built according to Ex specifications

        In the next months, the stator will be finished. This mainly consists fo winding the stator and applying the insulation. Because the motor is installed in an hazardous environment, the stator will be built according to Ex specifications. To ensure the protection of the motor, DEKRA (the former Kema) will follow up the process to assess if the motor is built according to Ex specifications.

        In the first quarter of 2014, the motor will be transported to the customers’ production facility. The stator will be placed, after which the rotor is installed and the motor is commisioned. After commissioning, the motor can run reliably and safely for years.

        Do you want more information on rewinding motors or repairs of Ex equipment? Contact us at +32 (0) 3 744 1501

         


        Additional Machining Capabilities: New 20T milling- and boring machine

        On Wednesday October 30, our new horizontal milling- and boring machine type WHN 13 CNC TOS Varnsdorf was commissioned in our Zwijndrecht workshop. This new machine further completes our machining capabilities.

        TOS Varnsdorf WHN13

        Specifications TOS WHN 13

        The first model of this machine was introduced in 1969. Currently over 2000 milling- and boring machines of this type have been manufactured and installed around the world. The specifications of the TOS Varnsdorf WHN 13 CNC are:

        Feed range

        • X 3500mm
        • Y 2500mm
        • Z 1600mm
        • Spindle stroke 800mm

        Extended table 1800 x 2500mm

        Heidenhain iTNC530

        Maximum workpiece weight 20 000kg

        Extra’s

        • Milling head
        • Facing head

        Read all information on the new milling- and boring machine at TOS Varnsdorf’s website.

        Additional Machining Capabilities

        This investment allows us to machine large pieces with a maximum weight of 20 tonnes in our Zwijndrecht workshop. The milling- and boring machine can be used to machine:

        Casings & Stators

        • Electro motors
        • Compressors
        • Turbines
        • Generators
        • Pumps
        • Gearboxes

        Axles

        Pressure vessels

        Crane parts

        Tubes

        Flanges

        Valves

        Below you find a number of examples of the machining capabilities of the new milling- and boring machine:

        One-Stop-Shop for machining

        The new milling- and boring machine extends our machining capabilities and fits within Maintenance Partners’ one stop shop principle. Our existing lathes and balancing machines up to 100T always allow for a solution for your machining needs.

        Would you like more information on our machining capabilities or a quotiation? Contact our sales department at +32 (0) 3 744 1501


        First IECEx-03 certified workshop in Belgium

        As of August 13 2013, Maintenance Partners Belgium has obtained IECEx-03 certification for repairs of electrical and mechanical Ex rotating equipment.  Big news, as Maintenance Partners Belgium is the first company in Belgium to obtain the IECEx-03 certifcate.

         The MP The Netherlands workshop Rotterdam has been IECEx-03 certified since 2011.

         

        IECEx-03, what does it mean?

        Ex environments are usually located near flammable fluids, vapers gasses or flammable dust in quantities that are sufficient to cause a fire or explosion. In these environments, the use of Ex equipment is necessary to ensure safe operations.

        During the certification process, the Zwijndrecht workshop was audited on the competences of employees and the workshop. In addition, internal and external audits regularly monitor the follow op of the IECEx-03 standard.

        By obtaining this certification, the Zwijndrecht workshop has become an IECEx-03 Certified Service Facility. This means that all types of rotating equipment (electrical and mechanical, regardless of make or brand) can be maintained, overhauled or repaired according to strict regulations and in a safe way. Besides this, the IECEx-03 certificate is also valid for works on site at our customers.

        Protection Methods

        The IECEx-03 certificate allows Maintenance Partners to repair equipment that has been certified according to the following protection methods

        • Ex e       Increased Safety
        • Ex d       Flameproof Enclosure
        • nA          Non Sparking
        • Ex c        Constructional safety
        • Ex b       Monitoring of ignition sources
        • Ex fr       Limitation of flow (gas-tight enclosure)
        • Ex k        Liquid immersion
        • Ex p       Pressure
        • Ex tD     Protection by enclosure
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        Repairs of Ex equipment? The IECEx-03 standard ensures maintenance is performed according to strict standards. Electrical as well as Mechanical Ex equipment.

        Where can Ex equipment be found?

        Ex equipment can be found in many industries, including the following:

        • Gas distribution
        • Sugar
        • Wastewater and sludge treatment
        • Offshore platforms
        • Oil refineries
        • Chemistry
        • Grain and coal handling
        • Energy

        Why IECEx-03?

        The objective of the IECEx System is to facilitate international trade in equipment and services for use in explosive atmospheres, while maintaining the required level of safety. The IECEx-03 standard has been developed because users of ATEX equipment should prove that maintenance is performed by competent personnel.

        For LV and HV electrical motors and generators, Maintenance Partners Belgium is already certified by ISSEP and ABB. The ISSEP certification is valid in Belgium and the ABB certificate is valid for equipment manufactured by ABB. Besides this, there are also a number of differences between ATEX and IECEx (for example, regulated by industry, certified workshops, valid outside Europe).

        The IECEx-03 certifcate is an internationally recognized standard and is not limited to any type of equipment or brand. As a result, the existing certifications for explosive environments are complemented, this expands the range of Maintenance Partners’ services on Ex equipment.

        Certainty & Safety

        The IECEx-03 standard for Certified Service Facilities provides users of ATEX equipment the certainty that maintenance is always carried out according to the standard and by competent personnel. The safety of the equipment is therefore also ensured after repair.

        Do you want to know more about or solutions for Ex equipment? Contact us through the info page or call us at +32 (0)3 744 1501.


        Rewinding of Canned Motor Pumps

        Canned Motor Pumps

        A common problem with canned motor pumps is that the winding gets damaged when the pump fails. The delivery time for new pumps of this type is usually several months, but rewinding canned motor pumps can be finished within two weeks in most cases.

        Rewinding of Canned Motor Pumps

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        This type of pump is submerged in fluid, therefore it is important that the pomp is hermetically sealed. Rewinding canned motor pumps demands specific knowledge and experience to ensure reliability after repairs. Maintenance Partners repairs according to the following scope:

        • Testing of pump stator in test bench
        • Disassembly of bushing
        • Recording winding data
        • Sandblasting
        • Making new coils
        • Isolating Stator
        • Supplying seals (depending on product)
        • Rewinding of the pump
        • Welding and installing of stainless steel bushing
        • Pressure testing
        • Testing of the welds
        • Testing of stator in test bench

        Benefits: Quality and Lead time

        Maintenance Partners has 30 years of experience in repairing canned motor pumps. Our clients from the petrochemical and pharmaceutical industries are very satisfied with the lead times and quality that MP delivers on canned motor pumps.

        Contact us

        More information on repairs of canned motor pumps? Call us at +32 (0)3 744 1501 or send us a message:

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          Replacing a generator in a 110 meter tall wind turbine?

          Replacing a generator in a 110 meter tall wind turbine? MP wind has what it takes to do it. It happened in St Pierre de Maille, France. Olivier Dewez tells the story.

          Precision work at 110 meters

          Olivier Dewez: “We have a long-term service contract with a five wind turbines wind farm in the region of Charentes in France. A 2.5 MW Siemens Winergy generator appeared to have suffered some damage to the rotor and stator. One little problem: that wind turbine is 110 m tall! We had to dismount the damaged generator and replace it with a new one – all of that in very difficult circumstances, given the very narrow opening in the wind turbine nacelle and the weight of 9.5 tonnes of the generator.“ The team of MP Wind did the job in two days, a day for dismantling the existing generator and installation of the new one and one day to connect it and do the testing.

           

          Experience and expertise in the wind energy sector

          That MP Wind was able to do this job successfully and so quickly, has everything to do with our extensive experience in repair and overhaul of generators. This enables MP Wind to offer a total service package for generators. This package includes both Field Service (General inspections, Diagnosis and Revisions) and Repair & Maintenance (rewinding, stators and rotors, re-engineering).

          Ready for the future

          “With this job Maintenance Partners once again proves that it is ready for the future in the field of services to the wind energy sector. The technical tour de force in France gave us extra experience and knowledge on turnkey services to major components, which adds up to the preventive and corrective services we are already offering. Overall, it has been a great experience for our team, especially the cooperation with French colleagues and partners. And very encouraging for the future wind energy business of Maintenance Partners”, Oliver Dewez concludes.



          Visit us at Maintenance 2013!

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          This year, Maintenance Partners wil participate in Maintenance 2013, THE trade show for industrial maintenance and asset management. The trade show takes place on March 20 and 21.

          You will find us at booth # C031. You can register using registration code 760. Click here for the registration page.

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          Practical information:

          Location:

          Brussels Expo

          Belgieplein 1 / Place de Belgique 1

          1020 Brussels / Bruxelles

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          Opening hours:

          Wednesday  20/03             09:30-19:00

          Thursday  21/03            09:30-17:00

          More information at Easyfairs’ website.

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          Motor Upgrade to 800KW

          Maintenance Partners has recently received an order for the upgrade of a 735KW motor to 800KW. The customer intends to increase productioncapacity with this upgrade.

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          735KW
          6000 Volt
          87 A
          1500 RPM

          The solution and the technical calculations (incl. power usage before and after) made the customer chose for MP. Contact us for more information: sales (a t) maintenancepartners.com or +32 (0)3 744 1501


          Best Practice: Fan Overhaul 12x

          Rotating | Chemical | Europe | Belgium | Antwerp
          Fan Overhaul | 45 KW – 110 KW
          2-4-2012 | 25-05-2012

          Overview
          Shutdown for fans was planned, but the customer wanted to compare prices of several suppliers. MP proved to be the best solution. 1 fan was overhauled as a testcase. This job was performed successfully and MP received order for 12 fans within 6 weeks in the Zwijndrecht workshop.

          Scope

          • Dismantling
          • Cleaning
          • Balancing
          • Bearing and bearing block replacement
          • Painting

          Besides this, all tensioning mounts and motors were fully overhauled

          Result for customer: Cost saving and flexibility
          • 1 partner for all electrical and mechanical works
          • Significant cost saving compared to original supplier
          • 12 fans overhauled within original shutdown planning –> flexibility

          Result for customer: Cost saving and flexibility

          • 1 partner for all electrical and mechanical works
          • Significant cost saving compared to original supplier
          • 12 fans overhauled within original shutdown planning –> flexibility

           

          Relocation of registered offices

          As of 1-1-2013, our registered office has been relocated to Vitshoekstraat 6, 2070 Zwijndrecht – Belgium.

          The current contact details are:

          MAINTENANCE PARTNERS nv
          Vitshoekstraat 6 – Haven 1035
          2070 Zwijndrecht – Belgium
          Tel. : +32 (0)3 203 94 01
          Fax : +32 (0)3 213 08 92
          BTW-nr : BE 0475 899 519

          Complicated Pump Repair

          Maintenance Partners The Netherlands recently overhauled a large pump at a refinery in the Netherlands, resulting in a satisfied customer.

          In competition with several OEMs, MPNL was asked to bid on the revision of an Ingersoll Rand pump, Type 6x16JL.  “We made it, despite stiff competition, thanks to our price, flexibility and proven quality. It was no small deal, because the pump was severely damaged.”

          Complicated repairs

          After disassembly and inspection of the pump it showed that the impeller had completely seized in the pump over. MPNL decided to saw up the pump shaft and to remove the impeller completely from the pump in order to minimize further damage tothe pump cover. But NDT examination of the pump cover pointed out that the heart of the cover was torn in several places.

          “To fix this, we proposed that the heart of the pump cover be completely milled out. After we had determined which materials we should use, we manufactured a completely new (oversized) insert, mounted it in the milled out pump cover and welded it. After that the insert was machined entirely in in the right sizes, in  accordance with the drawing. “

          Creativity, flexibility and quality

          The MPNL team also made a new shaft and sleeves. This way, they could assemble the spare impeller that the customer had supplied , after which the pump was mounted in overtime. Because the customer wanted to equip the pump with double mechanical seals, the seal chambers were modified.

          After placement on site, MPNL assisted in thestart-up and commissioning of the pump. That went smoothly. “Following this overhaul, we have received many compliments from employees and from the project team.

          Our trumps, such as flexibility, inventiveness and quality of the work performed, were highlighted”. “All in all, the customer has realized substantial time and cost savings realized by having the pump cover repaired instead of replaced, which undoubtedly would have been more expensive and would have taken more time”.


          Successful relocation of two Stal Laval steam turbines

          Maintenance Partners Stal LavalWith the successful relocation of two Stal Laval steam turbines Maintenance Partners has not only acquired a wealth of experience. We have also proven that we are running a well-oiled machine in which engineering, workshop, field team and lots of talent are working together perfectly.

          The customer recuperated two radial Stal Laval steam turbines, each coupled to 2 generators with a total capacity of 9 MW. Maintenance Partners was asked to re-install the units in the new building in the Walloon region.

           “As in any industry, this customer is trying to be as selfsupporting as possible with regard to its energy needs. From their production process, they recover much energy that can be used to provide additional steam. So, the steam turbines from the closed factory came in handy.”

          Experience for the future

          Early this year, MP started dismantling the two Stal Laval steam turbines. After inspection, overhaul and repair of all parts, everything was transported to the new location early March. Early May, work at the new building had sufficiently proceeded as to begin with the installation of the turbines. Early September, they could start up both turbines at the new location.

          ‘’This job yields a wealth of experience with the relocation of Stal Laval turbines. We already had the necessary experience with the overhaul and rewinding of such machines, but a relocation always brings up extra issues. Among other things, the axial and radial alignment of both rotor combinations is very critical, given that they run together with only a few tenths of clearance, and a speed difference of 6000 rev/min. With this experience, we completed a large piece of the puzzle with regard to Stal Laval steam turbine generators. This should enable us to meet every demand associated with this type of machine. “

          Control of process

          Moreover, this job proves that the various departments of MP, each with their own skills, are working together perfectly. Engineering did all the preparations and studies, and offered support to the workshop and on-site. All preparation work was done in the perfectly equipped workshop, offering all the necessary skills. And for the work on-site MP could count on a highly experienced field team. “This means that we can do everything ourselves from start to finish, so we have full control over all operations. This is vital when working on critical machinery, since the slightest mistake may have disastrous consequences. In this domain we are all geared up for the future “

          Further Reading

          More information

          For more information about repairs, maintenance or relocations of STAL Laval steam turbines and generators, please contact us via +32(0)3 541 71 40 or send us a message using the form below:

           

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            Wind News: Aviation Warning Lights

            In addition to overhauls and repairs of gearboxes, generators and transformers, MP Wind now offers services for aviation warning lights. Aviation lights require special attention as regulations continue to evolve. Moreover, requirements may vary depending on your location.

            For example, in France, wind farm owners are required to have complete synchronization of the entire wind farm aviation warning lights. The lights must meet the following specifications:
            Daylight : white – 20 000 Cd
            Nightlight: red – 2 000 Cd
            40 flashes per minute

            MP Wind’s services on aviation warning lights include:
            Installation and complete set up (safety box, fixture accessories, installation)
            LED lights certified by the French civil aviation department
            GPS sync
            Low Power consumption
            Life time warranty
            Existing lights – upgrade possible
            European wide
            Match with any wind turbine type
            Partnership with experts in wind turbines maintenance and aviation warning lights

            We are able provide solutions for your wind turbines, regardless of your location.
            Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require more information on aviation lights:

            wind @ maintenancepartners.com


            June Newsletter: Business Units, Morocco, Revision Projects, Pump Maintenance and more!

            The June edition of our newsletter is now online. In this newsletter, you will read more about:
            – Maintenance Partners Morocco
            – Pumps near Rotterdam
            – Business Units
            – Revision in Central Africa
            – Maintenance Partners Maastricht
            – Steam Turbine Overhaul
            – AC Motor life time extension

            Click here for the English version or here for Dutch.

            Coil Winding Expo in Berlin

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            From June 26 to June 28 Maintenance Partners will be present at the Coil Winding Expo in Berlin. As always, the Berlin fair is an excellent place to meet and discuss new developments.

            We gladly invite you to meet us at our stand (# 2434, upper level hall 1.2 – you can view the floorplan here)
            You can register at the CWIEME website

            For more information, contact us at coils (at) maintenancepartners.com

            Maintenance Partners at CWIEME


            Maintenance Partners celebrates its 10th anniversary and the opening of the all new rotorshop with a great party!

            On February 3 and 4, Maintenance Partners celebrated its 10th anniversary and the opening of the all new rotorshop in Zwijndrecht with a great party! We would like to thank all attendees for joining us at this great event

            Click here voor the photos of the reception on Friday and here for the photos of the evening event on February 3.

            For the photos of February 4, please click here

            The photos are available on request by sending an email to marketing ( at ) maintenancepartners.com


            Latest MP newsletter now online

            MP’s latest newsletter is now online, in this edition you can read all about:

            • Our new rotorshop in Zwijndrecht
            • Maintenance at the top of the world
            • MP & Clyde Union Pumps
            • MP Rotterdam’s IECEx-03 certificat
            • Troubleshooting at Total
            • MP in Finland
            • STAF
            • Saving energy

            Read the full newsletter by clicking here. For the Dutch version, please click here.


            Coil Newsletter: The Necessity of Roebel bars

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            The latest edition of the Maintenance Partners Coil Newsletter is online. In this issue you can read more about the necessity of Roebel bars and facts & figures on the MP Turkey Coilshop.

            You can download the coil newsletter by clicking here.

            For further questions or enquiries please send an e-mail to coils (at) maintenancepartners.com and we will contact you.

            Coil Newsletter – September Edition now online

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            The September edition of the Maintenance Partners Coils Newsletter is online. In this issue you can read more about:
            – Our Production Capabilities
            – Insulation Systems
            – Main Equipment Capabilities
            – Quality

            For further questions or enquiries please send an e-mail to coils (at) maintenancepartners.com and we will contact you.

            You can download the coil newsletter by clicking here

            Announcement for Mitsubishi Condensing Type Steam Turbines

            This announcement is prepared for a general proposal to the users of condensing type steam turbines supplied by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor Corporation ( MCO ) to ensure safe, uninterrupted and productive operations in long term.

            Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Compressor Corporation ( MCO ) and Maintenance Partners Belgium, a group member of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries LTD, have recently received Mitsubishi steam turbine rotors on a row with damages on the  rotor disc blade grooves, caused by Stress Corrosion Cracking. ( SCC )

            All received rotors had more than 100.000 running hours and / or over 400 times starts and stops. To avoid catastrophic faillures, unexpected plant shut downs and long period for recovery, MCO and Maintenance Partners Belgium could submit you an offer to perform a full life time assessment inspection on your Mitsubishi Condensing Type Steam Turbine rotor and casing. This inspection could take place on site or in our workshop in Zwijndrecht, Belgium.

            Enclosed you will find a photo report of a refurbished damaged Mitsubishi Condensing Type Steam Turbinee rotor caused by SCC. Technical bulletin life time assessment inspection for steam turbines including several reliability improvements for steam turbines and centrifugal compressors to ensure safe, interrupted and productive operations for Mitsubishi steam turbines and centrifugal compressors as well for NON Mitsubishi steam turbines and centrifugal compressors, like earth strap for rotor grounding, dry gas seals and Sermalon coating application.

            If you are interested in receiving a proposal for above mentioned subject or any other enclosed reliability improvements please do not hesitate to contact us by phone (tel: 0032(0)3 744 1501) or e-mail

             

            MP and MHI further intensify marine collaboration

            We are pleased to announce that Maintenance Partners (MP) and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) have agreed to formalize the collaboration between both companies on service, spare parts delivery and OEM authorized reconditioning on MHI UEC 2-stroke diesel engines.

            As of 01-04-2011, Maintenance Partners’ marine department has become the European OEM Service Point for MHI UEC two stroke diesel engines, which further completes MP’s service package in the global marine and offshore markets.

            The start up of the Service Point will include a Belgium-based OEM spare parts stock, allowing you to benefit from drastically reduced lead times. In addition, our marine service engineers are European based, and are available 24/7 to provide service on your diesel engines, as well as any other equipment that requires overhauling, servicing or replacing.

            This will bring better and faster service, reducing as such your overall cost of service.

            MHI will support Maintenance Partners for continuous training, OEM certification and technical know-how.

            For more information, you can always contact our service line on 00 32 496 572 133

            Acquisition of the company Blokland

            Maintenance Partners has the pleasure to announce the acquisition of the company Blokland.

            Blokland is specialized in re-engineering and the production of precision parts and mechanical devices. The company employs 5 people.

            Blokland is a dynamic company and is – thanks to their experience of many years – a technical asset for Maintenance Partners.

            We want to welcome all employees of Blokland and we are convinced we will start a successful cooperation.