Cheyenne Offline System Decontamination

Overview

Frontline Global Services, in collaboration with High Purity Northwest, Inc., successfully executed turnkey Offline System Decontamination, High-Velocity Fluid Flush, Reservoir Decontamination, and Fluid Purification services on Escape Hatch Hydraulic Systems located in Cheyenne, WY, USA. The four-day intensive operation effectively achieved the required cleanliness standards and ensured reliable operations post-maintenance, meeting all outlined specifications.

Project Objectives

Safety and Efficiency

Efficiently minimize equipment downtime while ensuring all operations are conducted safely, protecting personnel and equipment.

Perform High-Velocity Oil Flushing

Perform high-velocity fluid flushing to eliminate system contamination.

Purify Existing System Fluids

Ensure that any remaining fluids meet OEM cleanliness specifications.

Cleanliness Standards

Achieve a final particle count of 16/14/11 or better, per industry standards (API 614), and ensure clean screens free of particulates.

Methodology

Frontline Global Services utilized High-Velocity Fluid Flushing (operating oil) and chemical cleaning processes to achieve thorough system and reservoir decontamination. The operations included precise particle counting and cleanliness verifications against API 614 and ISO 4406:1999 standards. Equipment readiness was validated via screening processes ensuring zero residual contamination, supported by continuous on-site monitoring and real-time documentation throughout the project duration.

Process

1. Reservoir Decontamination (Initial): Initial cleaning and flushing of the reservoir to remove major contaminants and construction debris.

   
   

2. High-Velocity Oil Flush: Pressurized oil flushing throughout the lubrication system using operation oil to remove finer particulates and contaminants.

   
   

3. New Fluid Purification Process: Circulate and filter newly added fluids to ensure they meet ISO 16/14/11 or better.

   
   

   
   

Project Summary

Efficient & Safe

Timely execution, proven methodology, and delivery of a thoroughly cleaned and tested system satisfied our customer’s operational and cleanliness standards, all done in a safe and fast manner.

Increased Equipment Reliability

By removing built-up contaminants, the assets are now better positioned to operate at optimum efficiency and reduce the risk of downstream issues.

Clean Screens & Particle Counts

The final particle counts for the assets were below 16/14/11, meeting and exceeding the customer’s requirements.

Conclusion

The comprehensive execution of this high-velocity fluid flushing and system decontamination project met and exceeded all specified requirements, successfully mitigating any potential contamination-related reliability risks. The coordinated efforts of Frontline Global Services, High Purity Northwest, Inc., and client stakeholders ensured a safe, timely, and highly effective completion of the project.