Your Specialised Fuel and Lube Handling Consultant

At the heart of IFS is a team driven by a passion for technological advancement and a commitment to excellence. Our skilled fuel and lubrication technicians bring specialized expertise and hands-on experience to every job. Ensuring that we’re always ready to meet the unique demands of the heavy industrial and mining sectors. Whether it’s troubleshooting on-site issues or implementing solutions that enhance performance and reliability… We’re here to make sure your operations run smoothly. In this post, we’ll take a closer look at how our Man-On-Site services and tech-focused approach help keep your equipment and processes at peak efficiency.

So, what exactly do these blue-collar heroes bring to the table? The role of a Man on Site (MOS) isn’t new, but its impact is more vital than ever. At its core, the MOS program places a skilled technical consultant directly on your site. They handle a mix of maintenance and reporting tasks, but the real focus is on proactive strategies to keep your operations running smoothly and reduce downtime.

Think of it as having an on-site partner dedicated to cutting long-term costs and improving efficiency. Especially in fuel and lubrication management. Plus, they go beyond just fuel and lubes! They’re also involved in air and coolant systems, whether that’s onboard your equipment or in your bulk storage facilities. It’s a smart, all-around approach to keeping your site productive and well-maintained.

What does Mr. MOS do?

Our Man-On-Site (MOS) lubrication technicians are essential to keeping your equipment running smoothly and efficiently. Whether it’s fuel systems, lubrication, or pneumatic systems, MOS is all about ensuring the right maintenance at the right time to prevent downtime and optimize performance.

Lubrication System Maintenance: The Key to Machine Health

Regular maintenance of lubrication systems is crucial for protecting both your machines and the lubricants that keep them running. The goal? To deliver the correct grade of lubricant to the right place, in the right quantity, at the right time. All of this while preserving the life of the machine and its components.

Single-point lubricators and centralized greasing systems are excellent tools for keeping everything lubricated, but they need regular upkeep. That’s where MOS comes in: our technicians help establish disciplined maintenance schedules and perform thorough checks to ensure your automated systems are never neglected. After all, even the best systems require a little TLC to prevent undetected downtime and keep things running seamlessly.

Manual Greasing: Sometimes, You Need a Pro on the Ground

Let’s face it though, manual greasing isn’t going away anytime soon. Sometimes, you just need someone on the ground with a grease gun to keep things running smoothly. But here’s the thing—do you really want your highly skilled mechanic spending their time on this? Wouldn’t it make more sense to leave it to one of our dedicated lubrication technicians, who are experts in exactly this kind of work?

Fuel System Efficiency: A Proactive MOS Approach

Improving fuel system efficiency with a Man on Site (MOS) starts with a thorough, hands-on inspection of every component. Our team looks at everything—from the fuel refill center and receivers to breathers, pipes, and routing. After this initial inspection, we run detailed functionality checks, keeping a close eye out for leaks and ensuring shutdowns are smooth and efficient. If we identify any weak points or issues, we’ll recommend specific maintenance or replacements to keep things running at their best.

Yes, this all takes place during the refill process, and we know it can take some time. But the benefits are clear: significant fuel savings, reduced downtime, and a lower risk of contamination caused by faulty installations or worn-out equipment. It’s an investment in reliability and efficiency that truly pays off in the long run.

Pneumatic System Health: Keeping Air Clean and Controlled

One often-overlooked part of reliable pneumatic systems is air treatment. Air entering pneumatic systems can be hot, dirty, and wet. Subsequently, this can lead to the eventual degradation of air-operated equipment or even the entire system. With the help of high-quality FRL (Filter, Regulator, Lubricator) units, our MOS technicians ensure that compressed air within your system is properly filtered to remove any unwanted particles.

They also regulate lubrication dosage to ensure consistent performance and system longevity. By focusing on air treatment, MOS helps keep your pneumatic system free from contaminants and running efficiently.

Daily Maintenance Checks

Daily maintenance checks are essential for keeping systems in tip-top shape. But they can also consume a big portion of your team’s time and energy. Why not let the MOS team take care of it? Our lubrication technicians will handle these checks and update a daily log that comes straight to your desktop. This means you always have the latest information without lifting a finger.

Eco-Conscious Coolant Management

Coolants like ethylene glycol, diethylene glycol, and propylene glycol are effective but not particularly environmentally friendly. This is why regular inspection and maintenance of your coolant systems are so important. Fortunately, coolant management is a built-in part of the IFS MOS program. Our team ensures that you’re using the most suitable coolant. They also make sure that they or your staff maintain your facility well, to minimize any environmental impact.

Waste Oil Facility Management: Keeping Efficiency and Sustainability in Check

While we aren’t a waste oil recovery company, IFS offers waste oil facility management through our MOS program. We focus on reducing environmental impact with well-tested carts and trolleys, regular pump cleanouts, and strainer maintenance. From tracking tank levels to handling removal requisitions, our waste oil services help you maintain system efficiency while keeping sustainability in mind.

Off-Line (Kidney) Filtration: A Powerful Solution for Cleaner Lubricants and Fuel

If you need to refresh large volumes of lubricant or fuel, especially when standard filtration isn’t enough, off-line filtration—also known as kidney filtration—is the answer. Tank farms and large fuel systems use this technique to maintain fluid quality, and we can customize it for continuous or on-demand reservoir cleaning. We can even set up off-line filtration on mobile equipment to keep fluids clean by filtering out microscopic particles, contaminants, and moisture.

Mobile Filtration Rigs: A Constant Solution for Fluid Health

Using mobile filtration rigs allows for continuous filtration of large fluid volumes at low pressure, maintaining fluid cleanliness in a controlled environment. As part of your reservoir maintenance program, this method helps ensure a clean, stable environment for your fluids, enhancing both product health and system longevity.

Pro-Active Lubrication Technicians

When you partner with a Man-On-Site (MOS), you’re not just getting maintenance support—you’re gaining a dedicated ally focused on optimizing every aspect of your fuel, lubrication, and pneumatic systems. Our MOS team is committed to ensuring your operations run efficiently, reliably, and cost-effectively, day in and day out.

The MOS program is designed to simplify your maintenance routine while also being more effective and environmentally friendly. From coolant and waste oil management to advanced filtration systems, MOS serves as your on-site solution for streamlined operations and sustainable practices.

In short, the IFS Man-On-Site program provides a comprehensive package that includes complete inspections, functionality checks, basic maintenance, and detailed reporting. It’s perfect for forward-thinking customers who understand the benefits of proactive fluid system management. Why not have dedicated fuel and lubrication technicians available whenever you need them? This program combines cost-effective reliability with consistent maintenance and regular performance evaluations, which is why some of the most prominent mining groups and original equipment manufacturers in the country trust the IFS MOS program.

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