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Reciprocating Compressor Mechanical Running Tests

Posted on April 29, 2018 by dan

API 618 reciprocating compressors are almost never run at full speed in the factory. Packaged and skid-mounted units are sometimes run unloaded at the compressor…

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Reciprocating Compressor Inspections

Posted on April 29, 2018 by dan

1. Pre-Inspection Meeting. Held to review specifications and order requirements at the point of manufacture to verify there will be compliance. This visit should always…

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Reciprocating Compressors – Suction System Modifications

Posted on April 24, 2018 by dan

Caution should be exercised when modifying reciprocating compressor suction systems because changes may alter the acoustic response. Unacceptable levels of vibration, high piping and nozzle…

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Reciprocating Compressors – Valve Upgrades

Posted on April 24, 2018 by dan

Before considering valve upgrades, the overall compressor system must be evaluated. For example, to cure a liquid problem, the suction vessel must be looked at.…

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Reciprocating Compressors – Capacity Changes

Posted on April 24, 2018 by dan

The following methods can be used to change the capacity of the machine: • Change speed • Increase or decrease clearance of cylinders • Re-bore…

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Reciprocating Compressors – Moisture Removal

Posted on April 23, 2018 by dan

In many reciprocating compressor installations the pulsation dampers have integral moisture removal sections to provide a final line of defense against liquid carryover. There are…

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Reciprocating Compressors Excessive Vibrations Design Approaches

Posted on April 23, 2018 by dan

Numerous approaches are currently employed to avoid excessive vibrations that can occur in the connected piping, instrumentation, etc. These include: 1. Relying on vendors to…

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Reciprocating Compressors – Pulsation Suppression

Posted on April 23, 2018 by dan

Simple volume bottles were the earliest method, and are still used in some applications for pulsation suppression. Many individuals and companies had their own methods…

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Reciprocating Compressors – Unbalanced Forces and Moments

Posted on April 23, 2018 by dan

Reciprocating machines generate primary and secondary forces and couples as a result of unbalanced rotating masses and unbalanced reciprocating masses which accelerate and decelerate each…

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Reciprocating Compressors – Control Instruments

Posted on April 23, 2018 by dan

Loadless Starting Most motor-driven compressors are equipped with suction valve or plug-type unloaders on both ends of all cylinders on the frame to permit loadless…

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