Quote: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