Process chemistry attacks lubricants
Sour service, hot hydrocarbon mist, and process leaks degrade lubricant chemistry. Routine oil analysis is the early warning, but only if breathers and seals keep contamination external.
Where Refining reliability programs run into trouble
Three issues we hear most from refining maintenance and reliability teams.
Compliance reporting eats time
API 670 and similar standards mean every monitoring decision generates documentation. Armor's OEM relationships include the certification paper trail.
Turnarounds are non-negotiable
A turnaround date set 18 months ago doesn't move. Spare parts not on the rack on day one delay the restart, which delays the entire planning window.
Solutions for refining operations
Application-level guidance with the products that solve them.
Condition Monitoring
Bearing failures don't happen overnight — they generate weeks of warning signs in the vibration spectrum. Armor distributes the portable analyzers and continuous monitoring tools that catch them before unplanned downtime hits.
Read moreContamination Control
Contamination is the leading cause of premature bearing and hydraulic failures. Armor distributes the breathers, filters, and isolation hardware that keep particulates and water out of your reservoirs.
Read moreOil Filtration
Inline filters can't reach ISO cleanliness targets on heavily-loaded systems. Armor distributes the offline filtration carts and drum-mounted units that bring already-contaminated oil back to spec.
Read moreBrands we distribute for refining
Common questions
Do your products meet API 670 compliance?
Most of the condition-monitoring equipment we distribute ships with the certification packet refining QA teams need for API 670 traceability — including analyzer firmware traceability, sensor calibration certs, and accuracy specifications. Specific compliance varies by product line; we confirm the documentation set at quote time so it is on file before the part is ordered.
Can you stage parts for an upcoming turnaround?
Yes — Armor regularly stages turnaround kits in advance. Submit a Bill of Materials 60+ days out and we'll commit inventory.