Knowledge Base
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The three main causes of engine failure (and why yours might not have anything to do with any of them)
April 15, 2026
Engine Maintenance
In the marine sector, engine failure following a major incident is usually assumed that the damage has been caused by…
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Failed Deutz engine – the danger of overspeeding
April 9, 2026
Engine Maintenance
Across the marine sector, tugboats are relied on to deliver immediate, controlled power, often in very demanding conditions. And a…
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How to overhaul a 3.25 ton damper – why surveys matter
March 11, 2026
Dampers
For some jobs, the complexity doesn’t just lie in the actual engineering, but in the logistics of accessing the necessary…
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The crankshaft can tell you more than you think
March 4, 2026
Knowledge Base
During major overhauls, some decisions matter more than others. Many decisions are routine – things you’ll do regardless of any…
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Coolant pressure drop – is the pump the problem?
February 25, 2026
Engine Maintenance
When something isn’t reading right, it’s easy to assume the worst. Our engineers were recently invited to attend a motor…
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Small Oil Problem, Big Engine Failure
February 18, 2026
Knowledge Base
If you rely on a diesel engine - whether in a vessel, generator, or heavy equipment- you already know one…
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Recently rebuilt, already failing. Why “new” doesn’t automatically mean “safe”
February 11, 2026
Knowledge Base
It’s easy to assume that if you’ve got a modern engine, or one that’s been freshly overhauled, nothing can go…
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What’s the point in TAM inspections?
February 4, 2026
Knowledge Base
Last week, we spoke about standby engines, and how they sit in the background, waiting for the moment they’re needed.…
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The 1972 engine that keeps the lights on
January 28, 2026
Knowledge Base
Across the UK, thousands of backup generators installed in the 60s, 70s and 80s still sit quietly in plant rooms,…
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When Engines Hunt: Why Process Matters in Fault Finding
January 21, 2026
Knowledge Base
A few weeks back, one of our engineers was carrying out a maintenance visit to a Cummins KTA38. On paper,…
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