André Eijk explores the compressor reliability survey from the European Forum for Reciprocating Compressors (EFRC), which reports the improvement of reliability, efficiency and integrity. The ...

The growth of the liquefied natural gas (LNG) market has resulted in the increased application of labyrinth compressors in both stationary and marine installations. Vertical, inline reciprocating ...

Choosing a truck-mounted compressor can be confusing. There are under-hood, under-deck and above-deck units. There are both rotary screw and reciprocating piston pump airends, and the units can be ...

When selecting an onboard air compressor, start with the basics. Determine how much pressure (psi) and flow (cfm) is required, then determine the duty cycle. “Ask yourself what you will be doing with ...

This is the first of three articles that describe BP’s experience with reciprocating compressor damage from liquids intrusion at two facilities, in Oklahoma and Alaska. Due to the different damage ...