In-service lubricants undergo chemical changes due to oxidation, an inevitable process that degrades oil quality and impairs its ability to protect against friction. This leads to increased viscosity, sludge formation, acid buildup, and deposits that reduce demulsibility and clog filters, rendering the lubricant unusable.

Foaming in amine-based systems for removing acidic gases from natural gas reduces efficiency and raises costs due to hydrocarbon liquids and contaminants. Visaya’s FoamDDI system automates foam testing, eliminating bias and optimizing amine solutions with precise, reliable data.

In material systems, elements fall into three key categories: Wear Metals, like iron or copper, arise from normal system wear. Contaminants, such as dirt or water, infiltrate from external sources, potentially harming performance. Additives are deliberately added to enhance protection or efficiency. However, an element’s role can shift depending on the formulation and context, making precise classification critical.

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