Introduction
As diesel engines become progressively more
efficient by burning fuel more effectively, the only
remaining significant potential for operational cost
saving to be exploited is to introduce features to
ensure that unnecessary maintenance is reduced.
Owners and operators of diesel power plants are
increasingly seeking ways to replace preventive
maintenance schedules based on operational hours
by on-condition maintenance programmes that
confine maintenance to the actual needs of the
engine. Such a philosophy requires appropriate use
of accurate health and condition monitoring
equipment that not only tracks critical performance
parameters, but also provides suitable protection
against more serious damage being inflicted due to
incipient seizures. Oil Mist Detectors are an
important component part of this changing