Cleaning a 140-gallon sump every 5–6 weeks isn't just a chore—it's a productivity killer. One of our customers was spending 8 hours per cleaning, replacing filters weekly, and dealing with frequent part rejections due to oil contamination. Worse yet, they had to send out used oil for reclamation or replace it altogether. Sound familiar?
With over 20 years of experience helping machine shops optimize fluid management, we've seen firsthand how inefficient sump maintenance impacts your bottom line. This case study shows how the right equipment can slash cleaning time, extend oil life, and dramatically cut costs.
The Problem: Time-Consuming Cleanouts and Costly Oil Loss
This customer had a 140-gallon sump equipped with two 25-micron #2 filters running dialysis. Despite this, contaminants continued to build up, leading to restricted oil flow and rejected parts. Cleaning took 8 hours per sump, and filters needed weekly replacement. On top of the labor, the cost of disposing or reclaiming oil added up quickly.
Our Solution: Smarter Filtration and Efficient Equipment
We recommended our Model SE30-140PTL-H-F10, a high-performance sump cleaner equipped with a F23 (2.3 cu. ft.) sludge tank and added the DF4 discharge filter for finer post-cleaning filtration.
Here’s what changed:
· Cleanout time dropped from 8 hours to less than 2.
· 2.3 cu. ft. of sludge was removed from the bottom of the sump.
· The filtered oil was returned through a 10-micron filter, drastically improving oil quality.
The Results: Big Savings and Less Downtime
Thanks to improved filtration, the customer went over a year without changing their oil. That alone saved them $4,000 on one machine. When they expanded the use of the SE30-140PTL-H-F10 to their Swiss cell, they saved an additional $8,000.
And the benefits didn’t stop there:
· Reduced filter replacement costs
· Major labor savings
· Lower machine downtime
· Improved part quality
Optimize Your Sump Cleaning for ROI
This case proves that smarter fluid management leads to real cost savings and better machine performance. If your shop is spending hours on cleanouts and losing thousands on oil, it's time to reassess your approach.
Let us help you find the right sump cleaning system for your operation. Contact us today to learn more.
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