Ayman Ali, ExxonMobil, Czech Republic, outlines the challenges facing compressor lubrication in the pipeline industry and offers some solutions. Compressors are used in almost every pipeline. Since compressed air is an important energy transfer medium, air compressors must work reliably for the efficient operation of plants and machinery in many industrial areas, including pipelines. Lubrication has a significant influence on the behaviour of compressors and their reliability. This article will consider the challenges facing compressor lubrication, with a particular focus on rotary screw compressors and the importance of selecting the right compressor lubricant that ensures reliable, economical and safe operation.
展开▼
