At BLAC INC., we’re committed to ensuring the longevity, reliability, and peak performance of your equipment. Our services are tailored to meet the unique demands of your hydraulic systems, offering solutions that range from upgrades and repairs to consulting, training, and turnarounds.

Services We Offer

• Turnaround and Upgrade Support: Streamline maintenance during planned outages or enhance system performance with tailored upgrades.

• Equipment Training: Equip your team with the skills needed to operate and maintain hydraulic systems effectively.

• Expert Consulting: Leverage our decades of experience to address challenges, optimize processes, and improve system reliability.

Upgrade and Repair Services

Our expertise extends to a wide range of equipment, including both BLAC INC. products and systems from other manufacturers. We handle repairs, rebuilds, and upgrades across a multitude of applications, ensuring your equipment meets or exceeds operational requirements.

Hydraulic System Solutions

• Portable Fluid Analysis: Have our field services personnel sample your hydraulic fluid with our portable analyzer for real-time analysis. With the rest of our BLAC INC. team, we will recommend the next steps to achieve fluid cleanliness and long-term, trouble-free servo valve operation.

• Portable Filtration System: This compact unit is ideal for hydraulic systems without built-in conditioning capabilities. Since fluid right out of the barrel is rarely HPU-ready, use it when moving fluid from barrel to reservoir or even for filtration between barrels.

• Rebuilding Expertise: With extensive experience in rebuilding hydraulic systems, we solve operational issues related to valves, actuators, and other critical components.

• Spare Parts Availability: Access replacement parts for BLAC INC. actuators, valves, and related equipment to minimize downtime. For valves, we provide both spare parts and advanced technologies to protect components from damage while in service.

Why Choose BLAC INC.?

• Comprehensive Capabilities: From troubleshooting to upgrades, we offer end-to-end solutions for your hydraulic systems.

• Industry-Leading Expertise: Decades of hands-on experience enable us to tackle even the most complex hydraulic challenges.

• Reliable Support: Our commitment to quality and reliability ensures your equipment operates smoothly and efficiently.

Partner with BLAC INC. for parts & services that keep your hydraulic systems running at their best. Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your operations.

Expertise You Can Count On

Ensure the reliability and performance of your valves, electro-hydraulic and electric actuator systems, hydraulic power and control units, and control systems with BLAC INC.’s expert turnaround, preventative maintenance and consulting services.

Comprehensive Turnaround Support

• System Rebuilding: Our services include rebuilding critical components such as cylinders, manifolds, and accumulators, ensuring your systems are restored to peak condition.

• Equipment Upgrades: We can bring your equipment up to date, ensuring compliance with the latest regulations, standards, or operational specifications.

Enhanced Performance and Efficiency

BLAC INC. goes beyond maintenance to improve the performance and longevity of your equipment. Our upgrades can enhance positioning speed, boost functionality, and integrate information systems to relay alarms and critical data directly to your control room.

Problem-Solving Expertise

With decades of experience in hydraulic systems, there’s no problem too complex for our team. We specialize in diagnosing and resolving operational challenges with valves, actuators, and other hydraulic and electrical components.

Contact us today to discover how our turnaround, preventative maintenance and consulting services can optimize your equipment and keep your operations running smoothly.

Real-Time Fluid Analysis with BLAC INC.

BLAC INC. can deliver immediate, expert analysis of your unit's hydraulic fluid using a portable fluid analyzer paired with the knowledge of our skilled team.

Our field services and office-based experts collaborate to interpret analyzer data and recommend precise actions to achieve ISO 16/14/11 fluid cleanliness, the standard required for long-term, trouble-free servo valve operation.

About the Portable Fluid Analyzer

• Advanced Data Capabilities: Electrical interface displays detailed and historical data, exportable via USB, PC, or can be printed.

• Immediate Results: Fluid analysis is completed on-site—results are ready before a lab could even process the sample.

Why Choose BLAC INC. for Fluid Analysis?

• Instant Insights: Get real-time analysis to address potential issues immediately.

• Proven Expertise: Backed by decades of experience from both our field and office personnel.

• Hassle-Free Service: No training or effort required—our specialists handle sampling, analysis, and recommendations.

When to Schedule Fluid Analysis

• New Units: Ensure your system starts with clean fluid.

• Turnarounds: Maintain peak performance when coming back from planned outages.

• Preventative Maintenance: Catch issues before they arise.

• Troubleshooting: Diagnose and resolve fluid-related problems.

Contact us to learn how BLAC INC.’s portable fluid analysis and expertise can keep your operations running efficiently and reliably.

A Game-Changer for Refinery Operations

When hydraulic fluid changes or filtering are required, the BLAC INC. portable filtration system provides a reliable solution for refinery operators.

Whether you’re using a BLAC INC. hydraulic power unit or an HPU from another supplier, this portable filtration system offers a convenient method to fill hydraulic oil into the reservoir—especially when a built-in fill port with a conditioning system (a BLAC INC. HPU design option) isn’t available.

Many clients find it indispensable, opting to purchase the system for their unit startups and turnaround activities instead of renting it.

Key Features:

• Versatile Usage: Ideal for transferring oil to/from the reservoir or filtering fluid between barrels.

• Advanced Filtration: Equipped with 10-micron water removal and 3-micron particulate removal filters.

• Compact Design: Easy to carry frame design with hand-friendly portability.

• Barrel-Top Fit: Fits securely on top of a barrel for quick and hassle-free setup.

• Explosion Proof: Class 1 Division 2 pump motor as standard.

Experience the reliability and efficiency of BLAC INC.’s Portable Filtration System—contact us to learn more.

Slide Valve Refurbishment and Upgrade Services

BLAC INC. specializes in refurbishment and upgrade services for slide valves from all manufacturers, offering reliable solutions tailored to your needs.

Expertise That Spans the Globe

Our experienced team tackles the unique challenges associated with slide valves, delivering rapid turnarounds to all parts of the world—a critical advantage during scheduled and unplanned shutdowns.

Transparent and Reliable Logistics

We offer fixed-cost transportation for all parts, ensuring hassle-free delivery to our Houston manufacturing facility and back to any location worldwide.

Operational Support & Consulting

When valve problems arise during operation, BLAC INC. is here to help. Our experts can evaluate the issue, provide real-time consulting, and recommend repair solutions designed to minimize downtime and keep your operations running smoothly.

Contact us today to learn how BLAC INC. can support your slide valve needs with unparalleled expertise and service.

Tailored Learning to Fit Your Needs

BLAC INC. is proud to provide interactive training programs designed for Engineering, I&E, Operations, and Maintenance teams. Our courses empower your personnel with the knowledge and skills needed to maximize the performance and longevity of your equipment.

What You’ll Gain

Participants will develop a thorough understanding of BLAC INC. systems, including their design, capabilities, functions, and maintenance requirements.

Classroom Training Highlights

• Detailed Equipment Overview: A comprehensive review of major system components, including mechanical and electrical systems.

• System Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Learn to read drawings, perform maintenance, and troubleshoot effectively to minimize downtime.

• Preventative Maintenance Strategies: Understand best practices for keeping equipment in top operational condition.

Hands-On Training

• Practical Experience: Engage in filter maintenance and calibration exercises to gain confidence in maintaining BLAC INC. equipment.

• Real-World Scenarios: Troubleshoot actual systems and perform preventative tasks under expert guidance.

Flexible Training Options

We offer customizable training solutions to meet your specific needs:

• Onsite Training: We’ll bring our expertise directly to your facility.

• Headquarters Training: Participate in classroom and hands-on sessions at BLAC INC.’s headquarters in Elmhurst, IL.

Contact us today to discuss how our tailored training programs can equip your team with the expertise they need.

Optimize Spare Parts to Maximize Operations Efficiency

In the refinery industry, having critical spare parts readily available can save millions by minimizing downtime and keeping operations running smoothly. At BLAC INC., we provide high-quality spare parts designed to meet your needs and reduce operational risks.

Spare Parts for Valves

• Durable Packaging: All BLAC INC. valve spare parts are shipped in sturdy metal containers, clearly labeled for easy identification.

• Itemized Listings: Each container includes an itemized list of parts for seamless inventory management.

• Refurbishment Program: Used parts removed during turnarounds can be placed in the same shipping container and returned to BLAC INC. for refurbishment, ensuring cost-effective, sustainable solutions.

Spare Parts for Actuators and Critical Systems

We stock replacement parts for a wide range of BLAC INC. equipment, including:

• Actuators

• Hydraulic Control Units (HCU)

• Hydraulic Power Units (HPU)

• PLC (digital) and U-1000 (analog) control systems

• Pumps, motors, servo valves, and feedback devices

Let us help you ensure operational readiness with the spare parts you need. Contact us today for more information or to place an order.