Transform Your Roll Off with Superior Cleanliness Testing

August 29, 2023 5:12 pm Comments Off

What is component cleanliness testing?

Component cleanliness testing offers OEMs the ability to see the cleanliness of the components they are using to build a system. For vendors, it allows them to measure the cleanliness of a component that they manufacture and sell to an equipment manufacturer.

Why is component cleanliness testing important?

Roll off cleanliness for OEMs is increasingly vital as they strive to put out quality product from the assembly line. It’s not enough anymore to simply provide a machine with clean fluid: The cleanliness of the components used to build the machine is playing a large role in overall system performance!

Even suppliers with good cleanliness practices may end up with particulate contamination as items are shipped, handled, and stored. Any amount of contamination on the hydraulic system parts can affect machine performance—even for brand-new machines.

Cleanliness provides the following benefits:

Improved quality of produced components
Reduction of rework and warranty claims
Improved customer satisfaction
Reduction in overall production costs
Improved operating safety

Interested in component cleanliness testing, but unsure where to begin? Our cleanliness experts can help!

Contact the Experts in Component Cleanliness

How can I measure component cleanliness?

Schroeder Industries, an expert in contamination control, offers several solutions for monitoring and maintaining component cleanliness.

Our CTU and CTM Modular Series of Component Cleanliness Testing Cabinets were designed to determine the technical cleanliness especially present on minor contaminated components. These Test Cabinets were developed due to increased demand for system cleanliness and for monitoring and optimizing the cleanliness of smaller components during production, storage and system assembly.

By determining the type, size and quantity of the contamination, quality standards can be checked and documented and the necessary steps towards optimization can be taken.

Benefits to You:

Cost reduction through lower production failure rates
Identification and elimination of weak process steps
Optimization of both internal and external handling processes
Establishing of cleanliness standards both internal and external
Documentation of component cleanliness
Survey of fluid cleanliness and filtration concepts

Learn more about our Component Cleanliness Testing Cabinets:

This self-contained unit is ideal for space-conscious customers testing smaller machine components.

The Cleanliness Test Unit (CTU 1000) determines the type, size and quantity of the contamination. Quality standards can be checked and documented and the necessary steps towards optimization can be taken.

Learn More – CTU 1000

The Contamination Test Module CTM is a modular system designed to analyze the technical cleanliness of components. Solid contamination is washed off the surface of the component, samples are taken from the fluid and are subsequently analyzed using membranes.

For customers needing a more flexible approach, the CTM Modular Series offers extraction box customization for larger size components.

CTM-SC

The Contamination Test Module CTM-SC is the central module of the CTM series. It serves as the fluid supply, controls the entire extraction process, and contains the graphical user interface.

Learn More – CTM-SC

CTM-EB

The extraction module CTM-EB is designed for spray extraction in conjunction with the CTM-SC. The extraction boxes can be modified based on the size of the components being tested.

Learn More – CTM-SC

Budget limitations? We offer cleanliness testing services!

If a Test Cabinet unit is outside of your budget, Schroeder Industries offers testing services in our on-site Fluid Care Center.

In a clean environment, our technicians will conduct expert testing on your machine components, establishing the foundation for your cleanliness plan.

Benefits of this Turnkey Service:

Testing conducted by trained experts for the most accurate results
Certified Class 7 clean room eliminates chances of inaccurate results due to additional environmental contamination
Expert analysis of the type, size and quantity of contamination enables quality standards to be verified and documented, allowing appropriate cleanliness measures to be established
Quoted service based on component type and cleanliness requirements, providing you expert results without the full expense of a Test Cabinet
Accurate testing is the foundation of a cleanliness plan that enables reduced failure rates, higher customer satisfaction, and more!

Schroeder Industries can help with your component cleanliness testing needs!

If you would like to have us quote Component Cleanliness Testing of your parts, please contact us using the form below. We will review the components to be tested and method to determine the desired gravimetric or ISO code required.

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Achieve Better Machine Performance Through Fuel Filtration

November 3, 2022 1:18 pm Comments Off

Graphic with link to the fuel filtration catalog

A Look into the World of Fuel Filtration

View Schroeder Industries’ complete listing of Fuel Filtration products

Schroeder Industries’ wide offering of fuel filtration solutions represents the cutting edge in innovative and advanced fuel filtration technology.

Our range of products are designed specifically for fuel filtration applications. This includes bulk storage, mobile equipment prefiltration, alternative fuels, and fuel contamination monitoring. All are engineered to address the problems with modern fuels in a compact, reliable, and cost-effective way.

At Schroeder Industries, we apply innovative technology to meet the global needs of fuel cleanliness. We work to provide a wide selection of light weight, and compact solutions.

Showcasing Schroeder Industries' Fuel Filtration Product Suite. Includes tools for diagnostics, on-board diesel filtration and bulk diesel solutions.

Our product range includes fuel filters, filtration systems, and condition monitoring equipment for all-around diesel protection. Schroeder Industries has our customers covered from production to consumption.

Fuel cleanliness is a main factor in making sure diesel-powered machinery and diesel engines are operating at their highest performance.

To put it simply, the most important thing we can do, is make sure your fuel is free of any contaminants. This can include water, particulates, fungi, etc. Our products are designed to remove these contaminants.

Contamination can cause microbial growth, which can cause destruction in your fuel systems. This can lead to field failure and can allow bacteria to spread in your system.

Fortunately, with Schroeder Industries, our filters can get these destructive contaminants out of your fuel. Bringing them up to exceptional cleanliness levels.

With our fuel diagnostic technology, you can take a preventative approach and know when exactly your fuel may need extra support.

BDC bulk diesel cart for fuel filtration with fuel tanks in the background

Our Fuel Filtration Technology and the Environment

We recognize the world is seeking more environmentally sound ways of creating equipment that uses more efficient technologies and systems.

We are always looking for ways to keep this global movement in the focus of our development. This includes making strides in creating more energy efficient fuel filtration technology.

Many of the global equipment manufacturers are making advancements in the electrification of mechanical or hydraulic systems and equipment. This doesn’t get rid of the need for diesel fuel or alternative fuels, but underscores the importance of better fuel filtration.

Modern fuels are made to adhere to the standards addressing emissions, equipment reliability, safety, and storage. Therefore, our fuel filtration technology follows the same standards. It is of high importance for us to know the problems faced as fuels continue to change.

Engines are becoming smaller to make room for the electrical components, wiring, and storage. It is crucial to provide the highest performance filtration in a compact and lightweight package.

However, this does not eliminate the need for bulk diesel, or alternative fuel. This makes the need for your pristine fuel quality even more essential.

Schroeder Industries also understands the importance of being environmentally friendly.

We use advanced technologies to minimize the energy needed to clean and condition fuel. This encourages the reclamation of fuels that would normally be disposed of. Doing this can result in reduced waste and an overall reduction in emissions, helping to accomplish a cleaner world.

Schroeder is a proud member (in good standing) with the Petroleum Equipment Institute (PEI)

Schroeder Industries is ISO 9001 certified and members in good standing with PEI. Both organizations help fulfill our dedication to making sure all of our customer’s fuel quality is outstanding. Our team stays up to date on the guidelines from the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 4406 and industry trends from PEI.

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