Efficient cleaning of fuel and lube oil is essential on superyachts, just as on other vessels. Clean superyacht fuel and lube oil quality means smooth and trouble-free operations, which increase equipment lifetime and productivity. Centrifugal separation is not only the most reliable treatment technology, but also the most cost-effective.
What is efficient cleaning?
Fuels and oils contain solid particles and water that pose significant risks to equipment. If not effectively removed, they can cause serious wear and damage. No matter which medium it cleans, an optimised and well-designed onboard treatment system should ensure:
- Removal of both water and solids in one operation
- Effective removal of even small particle sizes
- Minimal maintenance, enabling more process uptime
- Extended equipment lifetime
- Low total cost of ownership (TCO)
Technology makes a difference
Superyachts can choose from a number of treatment technologies. Lube oil, for example, can be cleaned with filters, coalescers or centrifugal separators.
Filters capture particles in disposable cartridges. The cartridges need regular replacing, as they only have capacity to hold a limited volume of solids.
Coalescers, on the other hand, work only when the me- dium is nearly particle-free. Most often, they are used in combination with filters to create a system for removing both solids and water.
Only centrifugal separators can remove both particles and water on their own. Water contamination is con- tinuously discharged, while the particles are contained within the separator bowl for later disposal or automatic discharge. All the while, clean oil is directed back into your process.
Separators for superyachts
Alfa Laval provides a wide range of high-quality centrifu- gal separators for fuel and lube oil cleaning. Delivered as plug-and-play solutions, they slip easily into the engine room with their compact design, small footprint and high-gloss white finish. They are also safe, simple and easy to use – so they demand little from yacht crews when it comes to operation and maintenance.
Our Alfa Laval MIB503, MMB304/305, P-type and Emmie separators are an ideal fit for vessels with installed power up to 5.5 MW, which includes most superyachts. The MIB503, MMB304/305 and Emmie separators belong to our family of solid-bowl separators, while P separators are self-cleaning solutions designed for automatic operation.
Applications
- Marine gas and diesel oil
- Lubrication oil
- Hydraulic oil
So why does clean superyacht fuel matter?
Because performance, reliability, and luxury go hand in hand. Clean fuel and oil mean smoother engine operation, fewer breakdowns, and longer equipment life — all essential for ensuring that every sailing runs as flawlessly as the yacht itself looks. With Alfa Laval’s advanced separation technology and support from Premier Separator Services, you can protect your investment, minimise downtime, and deliver the seamless superyacht experience your guests expect.
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Alfa Laval Products Available:
S and P Flex
The S and P Flex range of separators is ideal for all fuel and lubricating oils. The high degree of system flexibility enables you to configure a separator specific to your application, thereby ensuring maximum protection and efficiency.
MIB
Streamline maintenance and reduce costs with the Alfa Laval MIB series centrifugal separation systems. Using advanced manufacturing, design and drive technologies, it's smaller and lighter than conventional solid-bowl models.
Emmie
Alfa Laval Emmie is a mobile hydraulic oil cleaning system for use on ships. It removes 100% of the free water and 99% of the 2-5 μm particles from oil – increasing service life and system reliability.
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