USC Barnkrug manages cylinder monitoring with FWDM

USC Barnkrug has adopted the Ferrous Wear Debris Meter (FWDM) from CMT to optimize the monitoring of cylinder condition in its new fleet of container ships equipped with two-stroke engines. This decision follows a test on board that demonstrated the benefits of monitoring ferrous metal deposits. The results of the test showed that this method provides repeatable results and allows for more accurate alignment with laboratory analyses. Additionally, it offers a simpler testing procedure compared to the total iron methods previously used.

USC Barnkrug, which is part of Elbdeich Reederei, operates a fleet of around 32 vessels, including several new 1,400-TEU container ships equipped with two-stroke diesel engines that use low-sulfur fuel. According to the company, this transition to new technology represents a significant step as it moves away from the previous use of four-stroke engines. To address the challenges of this transition, USC Barnkrug sought a partner that could provide deeper insights into oil scraping.

„Cylinder lubrication requires accurate control, with feed rates set high enough to protect components while avoiding unnecessary oil consumption.“
– CMT Managing Director David Fuhlbrügge

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