Our Philosophy

Here at Greenray, we are solution providers. We know the difficulties encountered with older Gas and Steam turbine packages with regard to obsolescence. To help combat this common issue Greenray have a variety of practical, cost-effective solutions, which are original and innovative, to help prevent your plant operating dilemma from becoming a production stopper.

The table below shows a range of typical obsolescence problems encountered by operators and suggested Greenray solutions we can provide.

Obsolescence
Typical obsolescence issues Our specialist solutions
Knowledge or skills gaps Consultancy partnership Tailored training packages
Legislation requirements Emission control Asset management
Obsolete product 3D Scanning / Innovative design Re-engineering / Re-manufacturing
Software systems Scada upgrades Software coding / Refactoring
Operating systems HMI upgrades Software coding / Updating
Control systems HMI upgrades Control system replacement
Rustronic Mk II control System upgrade M2R replacement rack
Vibration systems Re-use of existing probes Hardware / System replacement
Fire system Re-use of existing components Hardware / System replacement
Overspeed system Electronic overspeed upgrades Mechanical overspeed upgrades
Fuel system Bespoke replacement system Greenray fuel valve replacement
Lubrication oil system System hardware replacement Bespoke LOHO package
Balance of plant Consultancy partnership Auxiliary system upgrades

Offering real-time solutions, to keep our customers producing

A selection of our success case studies

Food production plant in Tanzania

The problem:
We were approached by a food production plant in Tanzania to help overcome an obsolescence issue with bearings fitted to their mature steam turbine. Unfortunately, the lack of availability was making maintenance very difficult and putting their smooth manufacturing operation at risk.

Our solution:
Working from images and locally produced drawings supplied, Greenray were able to fully re-engineer the vital bearings. Applying our extensive material selection knowledge, we were able to design new drawings and produce the bearings to the originally manufactured specifications. The new bearings were manufactured, quality inspected and dispatched promptly, avoiding a loss of production. Thanks to our specialist services the customer now has a trusted, secure source of spares, giving them confidence at site and into the future.

FPSO vessel, in Equatorial Guinea

The problem:
A customer suffered an ejector steam condenser failure on an FPSO vessel in Equatorial Guinea. Unfortunately, this component had become obsolete and was no longer available through usual supply chains, so Greenray were asked to help with a viable plan to minimise costly downtime on the vessel.

Our solution:
With very limited availability of information and no opportunity to return the failed component to our facilities in the UK, the team worked with the customer using details from their equipment manuals and additional information provided by the operator. Greenray met the challenge and a re-engineered solution, including independently verified design which was provided, preventing the need for time consuming and costly adaptions to the local installation. The ejector steam condenser is a testament to the skilled engineers involved in project.

Long term customers, globally

The problem:
Several long term customers had reported difficulties with their Rustronic® Mk II systems, in particular obsolescence of key components.

Our solution:
Greenray investigated the issue further and designed and built an alternative product. the M2R is a robust plug-compatible control system solution. The rack replacement system offers the latest in control capability to deliver reliable performance.

Training issues in the North Sea

The problem:
A global oil company approached Greenray to address a skills gap in their maintenance staff, regarding maintenance of their gas turbines packages installed in various offshore locations. The maintenance teams already had wide ranging skills and experience and the requirement was to bridge the knowledge gap. Our customer requested training that would, refresh their expertise and establish a core understanding throughout the maintenance teams. Our bespoke course was tailored to meet the established need.

Our solution:
We developed a bespoke, structured 3 day course to cover the complete package, meeting requirements specified by the customer. The course included evaluation and assessment, certification, feedback to the customer and reference materials for the delegates.

 

How can we help?
If you have a supply issue, a redundancy nightmare or an obsolescence dilemma, do not panic. Contact Greenray and start the solution process. We will give you a dedicated, competitive quotation, to find a viable solution for you. Click here.