Oil & Gas Turnarounds Without the Guesswork: Spare Parts, Services & Support
Where critical parts meet critical timing—MCE has your back.
Amid falling oil prices and operational uncertainty, oil and gas operators are rethinking how they approach turnarounds—with timing, cost, and reliability all on the line. One key area of concern? How to insulate operations from equipment failure and return to production on time and within budget.
That’s where Precision Pump and Valve (PPV), an MCE company, excels—providing critical equipment, remanufactured parts, and deep technical support throughout the turnaround lifecycle.
Planning a Turnaround in Today’s Oil & Gas Environment
Planned breaks—also called turnarounds or shutdowns—are essential maintenance events that preserve the safety and efficiency of oil and gas facilities. These occur every six months to five years and require cross-departmental coordination, prioritized maintenance planning, critical spare part sourcing, and careful budget alignment.
Yet even the best-laid plans face challenges:
- Equipment failures during ramp-up
- Missing or outdated spare parts
- Delays in sourcing critical components
- Labor shortages
- Safety compliance pressures
Reliable flow control is at the center of operational success. When a critical valve, actuator, or regulator fails, the entire facility can come to a costly halt. In fact, mid-size refineries can lose $20–$50 million annually due to equipment reliability issues alone.
That's why sourcing the right parts—and the right service partner—is non-negotiable.
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Why Remanufactured Valves Make Sense
When lead times stretch 12–14 weeks for new components, remanufactured products offer a critical advantage. At MCE, our precision remanufactured control valves, relief valves, and actuated valve packages deliver:
- 7–10 day lead times
- 50–70% cost savings compared to new
- Full warranties backed by rigorous inspection and testing
- Tariff-proof sourcing
- Simplified procurement and vendor consolidation
We service products from Quest-Tec (QTS), Penberthy, Jerguson, Fisher, Anderson-Greenwood, Crosby, and more. These aren’t simple refurbishments; they are engineered to meet or exceed OEM standards.
With ready-to-install remanufactured units, maintenance teams can minimize downtime, control costs, and meet tight turnaround schedules—without compromising performance.
Field-Proven Service for Planned and Unplanned Breaks
Our support doesn't end with parts supply. PPV provides expert teams for onsite services and mobile repairs, ensuring operational readiness when and where you need it.
Comprehensive Valve and Pump Services
We service more than 90% of what we sell, including:
- VR-certified in-shop and field testing/repair for safety relief valves
- Control valve maintenance and diagnostics
- Actuator and pump repair
- Valve greasing programs
Our experienced technicians ensure that every remanufactured part—and every repair—meets or exceeds OEM specifications.
Onsite Field Services
Our mobile teams are ready across key regions to deliver:
- Emergency repairs and call-outs (24/7)
- Onsite pressure safety valve (PSV) testing and repair
- Valve greasing and lubrication
- Control valve diagnostics and service
When every minute of downtime matters, our crews deliver fast, expert solutions without delays or red tape.
Preventative Maintenance Programs
Proactive maintenance is key to avoiding unexpected shutdowns. Our preventative maintenance (PM) services include:
- Annual and biannual PSV testing
- Custom valve and pump maintenance schedules
- Valve lubrication and greasing programs
- Asset tracking and field documentation
Flexible scheduling ensures maintenance activities minimize disruption and maximize uptime.
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Beyond Parts: Inventory Management and Specialized Support
Managing critical spare parts doesn't have to be a guessing game. Our Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs—including mobile inventory trailers—help clients:
- Maintain essential spare parts on-site
- Ensure quick access to most-used components
- Reduce procurement delays
- Optimize inventory investment
We also specialize in:
- Custom chemical injection pump packages
- Control valve sizing and application engineering
- Site walk consultations
- Troubleshooting misapplied or incompatible components
With MCE, you gain not just parts, but a trusted engineering partner.
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The MCE Advantage: Full-System Support at Scale
As part of the MCE family, PPV delivers full-system solutions—fast. Our safety culture is backed by industry-leading HSE programs, ISNetworld and PEC Safety participation, and a near-flawless safety record built around Job Safety Analysis (JSA) protocols.
Thanks to our cross-division collaboration, we provide a broader range of products and services, including:
- AML-compliant sourcing across multiple OEM lines
- SCADA and monitoring systems via Swanson Flo
- Filter vessels and media solutions from Filter Resources
- Instrumentation and valve expertise through Nightwine, Ives, and Daughtridge
Whether you're managing a routine turnaround or an emergency outage, we leverage MCE’s broad reach and technical depth to keep you moving forward.
Ready to Tackle Your Next Turnaround?
Need a better plan for managing critical spares, maintenance services, and emergency support?
Let’s talk remanufactured valves, preventative maintenance, and 24/7 field service.