Compressors: How to Achieve High Reliability & Availability

Practical techniques for optimizing compressor performance

Written by experts with more than 100 combined years of industry experience in machinery failure avoidance, Compressors: How to Achieve High Reliability & Availability offers proven solutions to a pervasive and expensive problem in modern industry--compressor failure. This succinct, on-the-job guide addresses elusive causes of compressor failure and clearly maps out permanent remedies you can put to use right away. With a focus on centrifugal and reciprocating compressors, this accessible reference is based on real-world processes and procedures used by successful global companies.

Coverage includes:

Compression principles and internal labyrinths

Selection factors for process compressors

Operation characteristics of turbocompressors

Wet and dry gas seals

Bearings, stability, and vibration guidance

Lube and seal oil systems

Impellers and rotors

Compressor maintenance and surveillance

Inspection and repair of rotors

Machinery quality assessment (MQA)

Failure analysis and troubleshooting

Reciprocating compressor operation, control, maintenance, and rebuilding

Maintenance and operations interfaces

Reciprocating compressor monitoring and surveillance

Training competent compressor engineers