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A few years back, we overhauled a Caterpillar C series engine for a marine operator.
We’ve been working with them again recently and discovered that the engine has burnt through four HEUI pumps since the overhaul, despite only running for a total of 580 hours.
The pumps play a critical role, producing the oil to activate the hydraulic system for the injectors, so it’s vital they work.
They had called the engine provider to investigate the issue, and after their visit, they concluded that the engine is not the issue.
The operator has since been purchasing replacement pumps as and when they’re called for.
Clearly, this is far from ideal and doesn’t do anything to get to the root of the problem.
Obviously, there’s something going on to make the pumps burn out so quickly, and it needs to be rectified.
They came to us, and after hearing the full story, we’re going to inspect the pump to see whether it’s correctly aligned with the shaft – if not, that’s a sure-fire way to burn out the bearings.
The pump is now at Bartech HQ where we’ll inspect it, free of charge, to determine the root cause of the issue before we can work on resolving it.
Nearly two years have passed since we originally did the overhaul, so the warranty has expired, but we’re going to be looking into it because it’s the right thing to do – we don’t think they should be left without a resolution.
If you have any recurring problems that you can’t get to the bottom of, let us know, we’d be happy to investigate.
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With most of Bartech’s early client’s coming from the marine industry, we have over 30 years experience in this sector and it’s thanks to these relationships we understand the increasing pressures Technical Superintendents, Chief Engineers, Operators and Crew are under and the problems unreliable propulsion and generator engines can cause.
In-depth sector knowledge
Our experience working with ship owners and managers gives us the ability to understand the challenges you face with tight schedules, potential contract penalties and rising costs, whilst conforming to the latest regulations issued by Lloyds and SOLAS to those issued by IMO, MCA, and other regulators.
Experienced field service team
With our team of time served – highly trained and experienced engineers, we can be there when you need us, for breakdown responses 24/7 or scheduled maintenance worldwide.
Below are examples of the various projects we have carried out across the marine sector.
Offshore oil & gas companies need specialist support they can rely on to maintain and repair safety-critical equipment 24 hours a day. Health and safety are a priority and downtime an expensive consequence of breakdowns that is to be avoided at all costs.
In-depth sector knowledge
Our highly trained, dedicated offshore team offers complete 24-hour specialist support to our oil & gas clients worldwide.
We have the specific knowledge and engineering expertise needed to ensure that even the oldest of engines and equipment can be restored to working order quickly in the event of breakdowns, and can be kept well maintained to avoid costly future disruption.
Supported by our Aberdeen based Technical Service Manager, our offshore team of diesel engine experts will respond to breakdowns rapidly, day or night to get your engines and equipment safely back up and running as quickly as possible.
The complete service
You also get our full, bespoke, proactive support service, which includes audits, surveys and planned maintenance to ensure maximum operational effectiveness for your engines, whether they are used in fire pump, emergency generator, starter, crane, or lifeboat applications.
Having worked with Shell for over 25 years and now supporting over 20 oil & gas companies, our expertise, dedication, innovative problem solving and reputation for fast, reliable breakdown response is second to none.
Our focus on proactive maintenance enables us to provide you with engineering solutions that minimise disruption, with detailed backup, documentation and a commitment to the highest levels of health and safety as standard.
If you’re looking for generator maintenance, Bartech’s team of experienced engineer’s will ensure your critical engine is well looked after, giving you the peace of mind that comes with expert engineers, full documentation and our 12-month warranty.
Generator experts
At Bartech, we’re on a mission to help businesses like yours to enjoy the peace of mind that comes when you know back-up power will deliver if needed. That’s why we provide an expert generator maintenance service to ensure that our clients get what they need to keep their organisations going.
Peace of mind
Decades of expertise in maintaining emergency and standby generators combined with our membership of AMPS (The Association of Manufacturers of Power generating Systems) ensure we can help you get that peace of mind that comes when you know that everything’s looked after and running smoothly.
AMPS is the trade association and industry voice for the UK’s world-leading diesel and gas-engine power generating sector and associated businesses.
Complete Support
If you have the responsibility of the generator as an owner, through a facility management company, or even a generator contract, we can bring our 30+ years of engine expertise to reduce costs and problems caused by power issues.
Over time we have seen more than most how the little things can cause huge expense and inconvenience
Our generator maintenance team will provide you with:
Emergency breakdown response from specialised engineers 24/7
Technical support from engineers with specialist experience and OEM training
Full documentation for complete trace-ability and historical records
Safe working practices with full RAMS compliant with our OHSAS 18001 accreditation
How we can help you with your Wärtsilä engines...
Specialist independent Wärtsilä expertise for all your engine servicing, overhauls and support.
With Wärtsilä trained and experienced engineers, we can supply the parts and the skills to offer complete Wärtsilä engine services, from routine maintenance to full Wärtsilä engine repair and overhauls.
The complete solution
As an experienced, independent Wärtsilä engine specialist we can offer you more solutions and alternatives for your Wärtsilä engine repair, overhaul, maintenance and spares.
In short, however you need help with your Wärtsilä engine, we’ve got the skills, the contacts and expertise to help you, often with a significant saving to be had.
If you’re after a trustworthy Wärtsilä engine specialist with an excellent track record for your job then let's get started
What we can do for your Wärtsilä engine:
Identify and source the right parts for you, either from the original manufacturers or other engine manufacturers, all with a 12-month warranty.
Access our large inventory of spares to get you the right piece of equipment
Supply and install Wärtsilä engines for you, new or reconditioned.
We can help you with major assemblies
Our engineers (who work directly for Bartech) can visit you onsite (both offshore and onshore) to help with overhauls, fault diagnosis, commissioning and alignments
You’ll get a 12-month warranty with all parts supply and work completed
How you can benefit from our expertise:
Reduced parts costs by purchasing directly from manufacturers
Access overhaul and engineering solutions, with big savings to be had when compared with replacement options
You’ll be tapping into the expertise of highly experienced and Wärtsilä trained service engineers who can utilise engine knowledge from other makes to solve your problems quicker
Use us to source genuine spares for out of production models from worldwide stockists
Get measurement and test sheets with reconditioned parts and assemblies, giving you the peace of mind that comes from knowing your engine is in the best possible shape.
Wärtsilä Engines | |||
Wärtsilä 20 | Wärtsilä 22 | Wärtsilä 24 | Wärtsilä 26 |
Wärtsilä 32 | Wärtsilä 34DF | Wärtsilä 38 | Wärtsilä 46 |
Wärtsilä 50DF | Wärtsilä 64 | Wärtsilä L 20 |
Bartech cover the use of engines in many applications such as Locomotive, Fire Pumps, Cranes and Agricultural, with the same level of support, parts supply and highly experienced engine specialists.
Our engine expertise goes beyond working in the oil & gas, marine and generation sectors.
Locomotive engines
Fire Pump driver engines
Crane engines
Agricultural engines
Locomotives
Case Study: Sulzer Governor - Locomotive Application
Bartech was invited to dismantle and inspect the Sulzer governor and report any findings. Click here for the case study to see what we found and how it was rectified for the operator.
Case Study: ABB VTC254 Replacement - Locomotive Application
Bartech was invited to source 4 off VTC254 Turbochargers to be installed on their 16V280ZJA diesel-electric prime locomotive mover. Click here for the case study.
Cranes
Case Study: 12-month service to offshore platform's Cummins NTA855-C-360 Crane engine.
Bartech was invited to carry out a 12-month service to the crane engine.
Fire Pumps
Case Study: Deutz DFP6 1013 C20 Firepump RCA
Bartech was invited to carry out an RCA on an offshore operator's Deutz DFP6 1013 C20 Firepump engine.
Coolant Engines
Case Study: Investigation of an oil leak at turbine end of the Holset 4MF turbocharger on the coolant engine
This HP BUCS coolant engine's turbocharger was sent to our Colchester workshop so we could Investigate reports of an oil leak at the turbine end of the turbocharger.
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