FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the BOSS Oil Water Separator? Designed to fit a small space on ships the B.O.S.S. (Bilge Oil Separation System) is a simple very effective solution for Bilge applications as well as any other oil platform or other marine applications where space is always at a premium.

In what Applications can the BOSS Separator be used? While the primary use for the BOSS system is still bilge oil water separation, the many custom options that are available for this separator unit make it usable in almost any application where oil and water separation are needed. Some marine and oil industry examples of applications include shipping companies; oil companies; oil fields(wellheads); ship yards & fueling docks; pipeline companies; refineries; and oil spill response companies to name a few.

Do I have to provide exact specs or can you help me with specifications that will meet my needs? You may provide us with exact specifications for your proposed separator and we will be happy to provide a bid. Or if you call our expert staff we can help you design the specifications that will work for your application.

What if I need a different size than the 4 sizes you offer? The standard separator ranges from 5-45 gpm. These are the units we stock and sell the most. We can however, easily design a different size and propose a solution to much larger applications.

How does this separator handle emulsified oil? Emulsified oil can be separated in the BOSS system by applying various pre and post separation treatments and filtering. Send us a sample of the oil water mixture you are dealing with and your requirements and we will design a solution that works for you.

I need a lot of control over the process. What kinds of controls can you provide with a PLC? Our experts have many years experience controlling processes with PLC units. Just let us know what you need and we will select the proper PLC and program it to control any portion of the process.

Just how much motion can these units handle and still operate effectively? The BOSS oil water separators were designed to handle motion and vibration on ships and will continue to operate even at a 30 degree tilt. These are rugged, well built units that can stand up to all kinds of harsh environments.




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