www.hpmag.co.uk HYDRAULICS & PNEUMATICS September 2024 33 reliability of the compressor. The first major challenge was finding the expertise required to resolve the problem, which can be difficult for ageing assets that are no longer supported by the OEM. In this case, Burckhardt Compression, which has a global presence and decades of expertise in compressor engineering, was the first port of call. From the outset, the best solution appeared to be the manufacture of a new cylinder using reverse engineering techniques. This would enable several issues to be resolved at the same time. The new cylinder could be produced using forged steel, rather than cast steel and more robust cylinder supports could be incorporated to improve reliability. A field service engineer was quickly arranged to visit the site and take the necessary dimensional measurements. Due to operational restrictions, this task had to be completed within one day. The objective was to record all the data required to manufacture a new cylinder that would be a direct replacement as well as achieving improved performance. Burckhardt Compression’s engineering skills and manufacturing facilities ensured that the replacement cylinder offered the best possible solution. The opportunity to improve on the original design enabled the new cylinder to be optimised for better cooling as well as easier cleaning. As a result of Burckhardt Compression’s solution, the refurbished compressor has received a new lease of life. Reliability is greatly improved, and the cylinder support has retained its integrity; all of which was achieved within a tight timeframe and in budget. Matthias Reese, Project Management & Engineering at Burckhardt Compression commented: “The solution we offered was exactly what the customer was looking for. With our systematic approach, our compressor experts not only looked at the obvious issue but wanted to find a holistic solution to improve the reliability and support the customer’s sustainability goals. The compressor has been running without issues for almost two years now and we have received another order for the exact same solution for another compressor.” For further information please visit: http://www.burckhardtcompression.com The original compressor suffered from reliability issues The new cylinder, assembled and ready for installation To advertise HERE please contact Andrew Jell on t: 01732 370347 f: 01732 360034 e-mail: andrew@dfamedia.co.uk
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