Rolled out across all three turbines

A large natural-gas-fired combined-cycle power station operating multiple Siemens gas turbines faced rising operational risk due to oil degradation and varnish buildup. Oil analysis showed valve issues, filter blockages, and elevated varnish levels within the turbine loop systems, increasing the risk of unplanned downtime and threatening contractual energy supply commitments. Existing filtration systems failed to fully control contamination.  

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Siemens Gas Turbines Eliminated Varnish and Secured Operational Integrity
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Rolled out across all three turbines

The challenge 

A large natural gas-fired combined cycle power station operating multiple Siemens gas turbines faced rising operational risk due to oil degradation and varnish build-up. Oil analysis showed valve issues, filter blockages, and elevated varnish levels within the turbine loop systems, increasing the risk of unplanned downtime and threatening contractual energy supply commitments. Existing filtration systems failed to fully control contamination.  

Customer savings & impact 

After implementing Delta-Xero oil filtration, the power station recorded verified improvements critical to continuous power generation: 

  • Significant reduction in varnish build-up, restoring turbine efficiency 

  • Improved reliability, lowering the risk of unplanned outages 

  • Extended turbine and oil life, reducing maintenance costs 

  • Compliance with ISO 4406 cleanliness standards, supporting long-term operational integrity 

Following the initial success, the filtration system was rolled out across all three turbines, confirming confidence in long-term protection.  

Download the complete power generation Siemens gas turbine filtration case study, including oil analysis data, varnish measurements, and turbine-specific results. 

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