ANALISIS PENYEBAB MENURUNNYA TEKANAN KOMPRESI PADA MAIN AIR COMPRESSOR DI KAPAL KM. BINAIYA

Abstract

Air compressor is an auxiliary device on board a ship that produces high-pressure air for ship operations and maneuvering, such as on KM. Binaiya which uses the Neuenhauser Kompressorenbau NK HD 40 type. This study aims to analyze the causes and mitigation measures for the decrease in compression pressure on the Main Air Compressor. Using a qualitative approach method with triangulation techniques through field observations, the results of the study identified that damage to the Connecting rod and damage to the suction and exhaust valves caused the main cause of the decrease in air compressor performance. Mitigation efforts were carried out through structural repairs based on the Planned Maintenance System (PMS) as well as intensive monitoring of working hours and operational parameters such as pressure, temperature, and leak detection. The conclusion of this study confirms that the integrity of the components and the stability of the air compressor performance are highly dependent on the discipline of routine maintenance including valves, air filters, and intercoolers and lubricant replacement in accordance with the specifications of the manual to ensure the smooth operation of the ship continuously.