June 2025
Valves, Pumps, Turbomachinery and Compression
Causes and countermeasures for a compressor lube oil system failure due to delayed oil pressure recovery by an auxiliary lube oil pump
This article shares insights from a lube oil system issue and recommends key points to consider when operating oil systems.
The Authors
Hyoseok Jeong has 9 yr of experience as a rotating machinery engineer in petrochemical plants, especially in polymer plants. He specializes in maintenance, reliability and improvement. Jeong earned a BS degree in mechanical engineering and is certified as a Professional Engineer in Welding by the South Korean government.
Wooseok Eom has 6 yr of experience as a rotating machinery engineer in refineries and petrochemical plants. He specializes in gas turbine generators, maintenance, reliability improvement and technical support. Eom earned a BS degree in mechanical engineering in South Korea.
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