Capability

Optimisation work aimed at recovering or improving asset performance.

Optimisation focuses on airflow, heat-transfer and performance improvement where cooling assets are operating below their potential.

Likely optimisation activities
  • Baseline assessment of current asset performance
  • Cleaning-led performance recovery
  • Airflow adjustments on fan equipment
  • Thermal efficiency improvements
Use case

Optimisation starts with understanding the gap between current and expected performance.

On fin fan assets, optimisation can follow a sequence of analysis, fine adjustment and reporting rather than a single maintenance activity.

Process

Analysis, adjustment, reporting

Current unit performance is measured first, then parameters such as blade tip clearance, blade angle and motor speed are adjusted in fine increments before a post-optimisation report is issued.

Performance focus

Targeted airflow improvement

The objective is to maximise airflow through the unit and increase overall efficiency rather than replace equipment by default.

Assessment first

Performance improvement begins with baseline metrics and a clear view of current operating behaviour.

Cleaning linkage

Cleaning and hydro blasting often sit upstream of optimisation where fouling is impairing heat transfer or airflow.

Mechanical adjustments

Blade angle, tip clearance and motor settings can be tuned to find a better operating point for the cooler.

Measured outcome

Post-adjustment reporting helps ensure the improvement is evidenced rather than assumed.

Next

Use optimisation when the asset still operates, but not at the level the process requires.