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Burckhardt Compression AG

Im Link 5
P.O. Box 65
CH-8404 Winterthur
Switzerland

Tel: +41 52 262 5281
Fax: +41 52 262 0348

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Burckhardt Compression AG

A world leader in reciprocating compressor technology

Burckhardt Compression is one of the worlds largest manufacturers of reciprocating compressors. The company is recognized as the only compressor manufacturer of a complete range of Laby® (labyrinth piston), process gas, and hyper compressors. The compressors are engineered and manufactured in the company’s own works in Winterthur, Switzerland, (in accordance with ISO 9001:2000 standards) and Pune, India.

With 160 years of experience in developing, engineering and manufacturing compressors, Burckhardt Compression is synonymous with reliability and quality.

Products

Laby – Labyrinth Piston Compressors

The Laby® compresses bone-dry, dirty, abrasive and other gases with no contamination and without oil, with a discharge pressure up to 300 bar (4350 psi), flow up to 1100 Nm3/h (6500 scfm), shaft power up to 2200 kW (3000 HP). This is an extremely reliable compressor with unexcelled availability, combining high performance with a unique cooling system. The Laby compressor easily manages the compression of LNG boil-off gas at suction temperatures down to minus 160°C (250 F).


Design Features

  • Labyrinth sealing system on piston and piston rod gland
  • Non-lubricated cylinder section (no oil required, no contamination of the gas, likewise does contaminated gas not harm compressor operation)
  • Vertical piston rod guiding arrangement
  • Lubricated piston guiding system for precise alignment and long life
  • Top quality compressor valves for high reliability
  • Standard executions available with: open distance piece; closed and purged distance piece; gas-tight crankcase (zero leakage); gas- and pressure-tight crankcase (zero leakage)

Process Gas Compressors

The process gas compressor is available oil-free or lubricated, horizontal or vertical, according to API 618 specifications. For hydrogen, hydrocarbons and corrosive gases. Discharge pressure up to 100 bar (15,000 psi), flow up to 10000 Nm3/h (65,000 scfm), power up to 9700 kW (13,000 HP).

Design Features

  • Oil-free or lubricated
  • Horizontal or vertical arrangement
  • Rugged heavy-duty design
  • Material selection to suit application
  • Advanced tribological technology for oil-free applications such as hydrogen compression
  • According to API 618 specifications

Hyper Compressors

The hyper compressor is a high-pressure reciprocating compressor for low density polyethylene plants, with discharge pressure up to 3500 bar (50,000 psi), massflow from 40- 16000 kg/h, and shaft power up to 3500 kW (47,000 HP).

Design Features

  • Rugged motion work with low specific loads for long operating life
  • Simple and robust design
  • Easy access to all parts of motion work
  • Distance piece between motion work and cylinder, preventing gas from entering crankcase with a safety device to prevent crankcase damage
  • Three different frame sizes available to minimize number of cylinders in operation
  • Lube oil held in separate tank for safe operation
  • Auxiliary crosshead for enhanced guidance of high pressure plungers, thus prolonged packing life and safe operation
  • High availability of compressor (crucial for continuous process operation)
  • Quick replacement of cartridge-type cylinder inserts

Customers of Burckhardt Compression obtain peace of mind as their worldwide service network ensures the full range of customer support service. Experts with on-going training have expertise in each particular compressor application and can provide the necessary service, such as analysis of compressor performance, complete plant overhaul, consultation, or fulfilling extensive maintenance contracts.