The quality of fuel oils is crucial for the operation and longevity of yacht engines. However, these oils can be contaminated by impurities and water, which compromise performance and increase the risk of damage. For this reason, filtering oils and fuels before use is important, yet traditional methods, such as centrifugal separators, also have a significant environmental and financial impact.
To address this issue, Mistral Marine Solutions, a company specializing in products for merchant ships, passenger ships, and yachts, has chosen to represent Green Oil, a Danish company that produces innovative static filters for fuel oil filtration. These filters use a natural and renewable material: sheep’s wool.
Sheep’s wool has the ability to absorb and retain all impurities found in oils and fuels, such as metallic particles, soot, tar, and much of the water that can be present in the oil and fuel itself.
The Green Oil filter consists of a cylindrical cartridge filled with sheep’s wool, which is inserted into a metal container equipped with valves and gauges. The filter is connected to the oil tank and operates by gravity, without the need for pumps or other mechanical devices. The oil enters the filter from the top and passes through the sheep’s wool, which purifies it from impurities and water. The clean oil exits the filter from the bottom and is sent to the engine or another tank, while the water and impurities remain trapped in the sheep’s wool.
The Green Oil filter offers numerous advantages over traditional oil and fuel filtration methods. First and foremost, it is eco-friendly, utilizing a natural and renewable material like sheep’s wool, which can be sourced without environmental harm. Additionally, the Green Oil filter reduces energy consumption and consequently lowers the operating expenses of the vessel. Moreover, the Green Oil filter is cost-effective, as it is cheaper than, for example, centrifugal separators and requires minimal and simple maintenance, further reducing the risk of human error.
For these reasons, the Green Oil filter is an ideal solution for yachts looking to improve the quality of their oils and fuels while simultaneously reducing the environmental and financial impact of their operations. The Green Oil filter is available in various sizes and capacities, depending on the type and quantity of oil to be filtered.
Mistral Marine Solutions offers personalized consulting services to help clients choose the most suitable filter for their needs and install it on their yachts. Replacement filters are always available at Mistral’s headquarters in Italy or at GreenOil’s headquarters in Denmark.
In cases of temporary needs, such as contamination, a portable version is available for rent, and Mistral’s technicians are available to board and provide assistance.
If you are interested in learning more about the Green Oil filter and discovering how it can improve your nautical experience, we invite you to visit the Mistral Marine Solutions website or contact us via email or phone. We will be pleased to provide you with all the necessary information.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to make your yacht more eco-friendly and cost-effective with the Green Oil filter!
