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Process Reciprocating compressors

Proven solutions for the most demanding upstream, midstream and downstream applications.
Process
Reciprocating
Compressors
COMMITTED TO
Manufacturing, installing and DELIVERING VALUE
For more than 100 years,
maintaining systems around
Dresser-Rand has been a world
the world. leader in energy conversion
technology, designing,
manufacturing and servicing a
wide range of field-proven
centrifugal and reciprocating
compressors, gas and steam
turbines, expanders, and control
systems. D-R supplies reliable,
efficient energy-conversion
solutions that provide the highest
value to our clients by delivering
the lowest total cost of ownership
over the operating life of the
equipment. Our engineers
constantly seek improvements in
design, production and testing to
make our equipment even more
efficient and reliable. This R&D
focus is reflected in every product
and service we offer, from new
equipment to upgrades, that
extend the life of your installed
equipment. Our emphasis on
maximizing the value you receive
also extends to the way we work
with you. Our Corporate Product
Configurator (CPC) coordinates all
elements of the bidding,
engineering, design, and
manufacturing process. It
improves communication and
results by fostering closer
collaboration with our clients and
within D-R. Best of all, it has
dramatically cut our cycle times
for all project phases, so your
equipment can be on-line and
producing sooner.
Our leading-edge technology,
some of the shortest cycle times
in the industry, advanced
business processes, and global
presence help our clients reduce
unit operation costs, which are 70
to 80 percent of the total cost of
compression assets. That helps
our clients be more competitive.
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Dresser-Rand pioneered
reciprocating gas compression,
continually innovating and
improving as new materials and
technologies were developed.
Today, our reciprocating
compressors, manufactured to
stringent specifications, boast
an outstanding record for
performance, efficiency,
reliability, and low maintenance in
the most demanding upstream,
midstream and downstream
process applications.
Comprehensive
compressor solutions,
EXTENSIVE CLIENT SUPPORT
We offer a complete line of
reciprocating compressors, built to
strict API and ISO standards, and
all backed by a global network of
service and support centers. We
supply our reciprocating
compressors from state-of-the-art
facilities in Painted Post, New
York, USA; Peterborough, UK;
and Naroda, India. This global
presence allows Dresser-Rand to
provide the most flexible and
responsive service, regardless
of your location.
Maximize your efficiencies
with single-source
accountability
We can engineer, manufacture,
procure, test, deliver, install,
operate, and maintain your entire
compressor system. Our extensive
application experience with all
major drive systems—including
motors, engines and turbines—
allows us to precisely match the
drive train to the compressor for
maximum efficiency and reliability.
Our equipment is ready for
modular installation, with
compressor drive, lubrication,
coolant, pulsation dampening, and
control systems. This integrated
approach simplifies ordering,
delivery and installation; reduces
your coordination time and
expense; lowers your engineering
and construction costs; and
provides single-source
accountability.
We ensure process and
operational excellence
Our project management expertise
and systems ensure compliance
with specifications, shortest
delivery cycles and on-time
shipment.
• All components custom-
engineered to meet your
specific requirements, including
cylinders and valves
• Available with up to 10 crank
throws. Our design flexibility
does not limit the frame to an
even number of crank throws.
Dresser-Rand uses its variable
crank angle design to offer a
compressor that requires the
minimum number of cylinders.
• Factory-tested for critical
clearances and dimensions
service
At Dresser-Rand, we apply our
state-of-the-art technology and
total solution capabilities to all
makes and models of installed
reciprocating processors. It is the
same technology we use to design
and build our new equipment. No
matter the manufacturer’s
nameplate, our dedicated
professionals are ready to keep it
running with responsive, reliable
technical support 24 hours a day,
anywhere in the world.
Look for our “more info” icons throughout this
brochure indicating additional publications are
available on our website for that product or service.
 Dresser-Rand reciprocating
compressors meet stringent regulatory
requirements and have an outstanding
record for performance, efficiency,
reliability, and low maintenance in the
most demanding upstream, midstream
and downstream applications.

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 A customized solution for your
An inside look at our Process Reciprocating Compressors. Dresser-Rand
offers a complete line of reciprocating compressors built to strict API and ISO standards
for a variety of applications in refining, petrochemical, chemical, gas transmission and
storage, enhanced oil recovery (EOR), and heavy industry.

Crossheads
Available on the HHE-VG and
larger frames, the flanged
crosshead designs allow easy
vertical/horizontal adjustment
of the piston rod (eliminates the
need to re-shim the crosshead). Crosshead Extensions
Benefits include reduced On BDC-12H and larger units,
maintenance costs and downtime. separate crosshead extensions
simplify frame transportation
and installation.

Crankshafts
Constructed of high-tensile-strength
alloy steel forgings, fully stress
relieved, heat treated. Bearing
surfaces are ground and polished to
a fine finish. Generous proportions
provide a wide margin of safety.
Precision Spacers
Precision spacers and rugged tie
rods above each main bearing
provide rigidity to prevent distortion.
Bearings
Precision main bearings provide Connecting Rods
maximum support to ensure
Die-forged steel and rifle-drilled for
reliability.
positive crosshead pin lubrication.

*Alloy steel proprietary tungsten carbide coated (TC3)

Illustration and descriptions are typical of large compressors.

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process application.
Visit www.dresser-rand.com/products/recip/
for more information on our line of process
reciprocating compressors.
Pistons and Rods
Alloy steel piston rods with
rolled threads provide reliability
(proprietary TC3 optional*). All
pistons have non-metallic trim
materials for prolonged service
life of the piston, rider and packing
rings, which increases maintenance
intervals.

External Bolting
External bolting maintenance
accessibility allows for proper
tensioning.

O-Ring Face Seals

Eliminate oil leakage and
provide fugitive emissions
control.

Distance Pieces Capacity Control Cylinders

Single- or two-compartment
distance pieces with large gas-
tight access covers provide
maintenance accessibility.
O-Ring Valve Covers
Offer improved sealing over
gasketed center bolt cover designs
and are more easily maintained.
Fixed or variable systems are
available. Our variable capacity
control systems allow operators
to match compressor capacity to
demand, reducing operating costs.
A complete line of efficient, reliable
and application-proven cylinders
results in precise matching
of components to meet each
application. Available for lubricated
and non-lubricated service.

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 C ompressor Capacity Control

Unloaders improve operating efficiency.

DISCRETE STEP CAPACITY
CONTROL
Unloaders are used to deactivate
Variable capacity control
Reduce Operating Costs with
Variable Capacity Control
CAPCON SUITE APPLICATION MAP
one or more cylinder ends for Demand for variable load control
CAPCON SUITE APPLICATION MAP
starting or for capacity control. is growing because of the
100

This reduces the throughput and increase in driver sizes and the
100
90
power consumed by that cylinder cost of power. Variable capacity
90
approximately 50 percent. By control dates back to the 1950s,
80
HVVCP
unloading both ends of a double- when Ingersoll Rand developed
80
HVVCP
70
acting cylinder the capacity is a pneumatic hydromechanical
70
60
reduced to zero for start-up. infinite step controller (ISC) that
60 held the suction valve open and
%

ISC
FLOWFLOW

50
Port, Plug and Clearance provided variable end unloading.
%

50 ISC
40 Pocket Unloaders The variable volume clearance
40 These rugged devices require pocket (VVCP) concept was also
30
only a minimal force to close the developed during this time.
30
20 unloader sleeve. The unloader
20 piston rod is sealed and vented. Variable End Unloading with ISC
10
The air housing is completely The ISC technology proved
10
sealed against the process
0
successful with integral gas
0
1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4
environment. An indicator rod
1 1.5 2
RATIO
2.5 3 3.5 4
shows the unloader “load” or engines through the 1970s,
RATIO
“unload” position. Air-to-load but wasn’t actively pursued in
(shown) and air-to-unload the process market until more
ISC curve versions are available. recently. In the late 1990s,
Dresser-Rand began using
electronic controls on gas engines
and later adapted this technology
for variable capacity control
Plug Unloader Operator
of reciprocating compressors
for process applications and
Unloader Rod Operator Return Spring modernized the original ISC
system.
The Dresser-Rand ISC system
allows compressor capacity to
be varied between 30 and 100
Gland Sweeping Purge Cover
percent of maximum capacity
within a wide variety of operating
conditions. The ISC control panel
Gland Vent receives a capacity, torque or
pressure set-point signal from
Gland a local controller or the client’s
Sleeve-type Unloader Valve
plant control system. Using this
input, the ISC generates an
O-Ring
unloader timing signal that is
Unloader Guide distributed to the ISC unloaders,
Cylinder Wall holding the suction valves
open for a precise portion of
Partial Compressor Valve the compression stroke. This
Valve Cage process delays the beginning
of compression in the
cylinder, thereby reducing
compressor capacity.

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 Compressor
Valves

Variable Volume Clearance

with HVVCP
In addition to our standard fixed
volume pockets, we offer the
ability to control capacity with
our hydraulic variable volume
clearance pocket (HVVCP).
The HVVCP clearance pocket
can be applied to virtually any
reciprocating gas compressor.
Hydraulic variable volume clearance pocket
Mounted in the outer head, it Upgrade to high-reliability,
controls capacity of the head high-efficiency valves.
end of the cylinder by adjusting
the clearance volume. Magnum® Valves
The HVVCP system allows Valve performance and
compressor capacity to be reliability are key to compressor
varied between 55 and 100 performance. By paying careful
percent of maximum capacity attention to reliability in every
within a wide variety of operating aspect of the design, we’ve
conditions. The HVVCP is an created a valve that can run
economical solution when the more than 50% longer than other
process operating range is not valves before needing service.
wide enough to require an We proved it in thousands of
ISC system. hours of tests, many at high
speeds and high temperatures,
with a wide range of gases. A
high-strength thermoplastic,
PolyEtherEtherKetone (PEEK), is
used to produce low-mass sealing
elements that withstand the high
impact velocities that occur during
operation. It also handles high
temperatures, is compatible with
most gas applications and resists
dirt, corrosion and liquid swelling.
The PEEK sealing element
provides reliable performance in
demanding conditions, while the
streamlined flow path optimizes
the effective flow area.

Visit www.dresser-rand.com/products/
recip/valves/magnum.php for additional
information on Magnum valves.
ISC Unloader

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P reassembled for faster installation,
to reduce installation and start-up
times.
Improved performance
right out of the box
Your Dresser-Rand reciprocating
compressor is fully engineered
and preassembled to the extent
possible prior to shipment
to reduce construction and
engineering costs.
When size permits, we can ship
an entire base plate–mounted
package, with auxiliaries and
piping in place, to ensure a
simple and timely installation.
If the unit size exceeds shipping
limitations, after complete
assembly and tests, we can
ship large subassemblies.
Special closures are provided for
protection during shipment and
easy on-site reassembly.
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Two-throw HHE-VL compressor packages
loaded for shipment.
Four-throw HHE-VL package loaded
for shipment.
Our complete packaging
capabilities mean that field
welding, cylinder alignment,
and other costly field assembly
times will be minimized. We
evaluate the best delivery method
to save you both time and money.
With Dresser-Rand as your
single-source supplier, you will
derive the most in efficiency,
convenience, reliability, and
durability from your
compression system.
Preparation for shipment of compressor
frame for block-mounted compressors
greater than two throws.
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rocess
Cylinders
The industry’s most
comprehensive line of
compressor cylinders.
Cast cylinder with two-compartment
distance pieces and frame extension
for refinery service.
Forged steel cylinder with two-
compartment distance pieces
and frame extension for 3,000
psi refinery service.
Forged Steel Billet with Tail Rod
Each compressor service varies by
capacity, pressure, temperature,
and gas type. With decades of
experience, we have developed
the industry’s broadest line of
compressor cylinders.
With such a wide selection—
for both lubricated, and when
required, non-lubricated
service—we have the ability to
offer the precise combination of
components to best meet each
client’s operating conditions.
Cylinder materials include cast
iron, ductile iron, cast steel,
and cast stainless steel.
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Divided Forged Steel Billet
Enhanced Cold
Cylinder Support
Our cylinders are supported from
the foundation—not by piping.
This allows for a solid, adjustable
support arrangement.
Dresser-Rand Distance Pieces
We offer distance pieces suitable
for the application—oil-lubricated
cylinders, non-lubricated cylinders,
corrosive gases, flammable or
explosive gases, toxic gases—for
optimal protection and to prevent
contamination of the process gas
and/or the crankcase oil.
Distance pieces are standard in
all of our process compressors.
The distance pieces are vented,
Forged Steel Billet
or purged, as the application
requires.
Long, single-compartment, API
type B distance pieces are
provided as standard. When two-
compartment distance pieces are
required, API type C or D double-
distance pieces are substituted.
All distance pieces feature large
openings for unequaled packing
box access. For maximum
strength under the cyclic loads,
studs with rolled threads secure
distance pieces to the frame
and cylinders.
S ervices,
Operations and
Maintenance With the largest installed base of any original equipment manufacturer
(OEM) in the industry, Dresser-Rand has the resources to deliver reliable
compressor solutions anywhere in the world—quickly, efficiently and
Dresser-Rand reciprocating cost-effectively. Our services include:

compressors: built right, • Local technical support by qualified engineers

• Revamping existing or out-of-service compressors (Dresser-Rand and
backed right. other nameplates)
• Expert compressor and component repair by factory-trained
technicians
• Replacement and upgraded compressor parts
• Around-the-clock field service
• Installation assistance to turnkey installation
• On-the-job training at your facility or ours

Strategically located for seamless response

Dresser-Rand has employees around the globe—each with access to the experience and vision to create
the best solution for your energy conversion needs. They also have access to engineering and manufacturing
expertise to achieve those solutions on time and on budget. Currently, we have three major locations on
three continents dedicated to reciprocating compressor manufacturing and service operations.

THE AMERICAS: EUROPE: Peterborough, UK ASIA: Naroda, India

Painted Post, NY This modern, multi-product Certified for ISO 9001:2008 and
Certified for ISO 9001:2008 and facility is certified for ISO 9001 ISO 14001: 2004, this facility
ISO 14001, this facility measures and 14001. The facility provides has supplied more than 3,000
650,000 ft2 active manufacturing global project management and reciprocating gas compressors for
space. We use more than 500 engineering for reciprocating both local and global markets.
machine tools, including more process compressors.
Naroda specializes in packaged
than 70 computer numerically
Peterborough also offers units, but in all respects, follows
controlled (CNC) tools, to more
gas turbine repair, as well Dresser-Rand’s single global
accurately build our compressors
as maintenance and service engineering standard for the
to stringent specifications. The
agreements on CHP units, product and its subsystems.
facility features:
together with a wide range of
• Teams dedicated to enhanced
aftermarket services for
quality performance
Dresser-Rand and other OEM
• Dedicated high-efficiency
equipment.
cylinder machining center
• Comprehensive in-process
inspection of all manufactured
cylinders

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C ontrols and
Condition
Monitoring
For more than 50 years,
Ensure the health and Dresser-Rand has been designing
and manufacturing reliable,
performance of your
state-of-the-art control systems
compressors. for process reciprocating
compressors. Our team
continually strives to provide
advanced control technologies
that are reliable, intuitive and
easy to operate. All phases
of design, manufacturing,
installation, training, and
documentation are coordinated to
ensure effective performance and
dependability of these systems.
We also provide upgrades and
complete replacement of existing
control systems.
Envision® Condition
Monitoring Software
We are proud of our reputation for
providing the most efficient and
mechanically sound equipment
for the oil, gas and petroleum
industry. To ensure the highest
level of safety and reliability, all
of our units should be augmented
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with condition monitoring systems
such as the Envision suite. This
software enables operators
to better assess the health of
their equipment and schedule
maintenance before failure occurs.
The Envision suite provides a
uniquely differentiated value
proposition that allows process
control and condition monitoring
within a single computer platform.
Unlike older systems that use
separate control and monitoring
tools, it delivers unprecedented
insight into a unit’s performance
and mechanical health.
Pulsation Analysis
Dresser-Rand was the first
compressor manufacturer
to provide clients with
comprehensive pulsation
analyses. We have more than
3,500 successful compressor
installations of all sizes, and at
pressures up to 60,000 psi.
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Our process consists of
complete pulsation analysis
of the compressor/dampener/
piping system, including cylinder
gas passages. When necessary,
modifications are made to
this system to avoid potential
pulsation-related vibration,
excessive power consumption or
valve reliability problems.
This is followed by a
comprehensive review of the
piping system and its supports
to guard against mechanical
resonance matching up with
acoustic excitation. Digital
pulsation analysis can be
combined with valve dynamics
and system mechanical analyses
to predict the response of the
entire compressor/piping system.
Parts and service around
the clock and around
the world
Our commitment to quality does
not end when we deliver your
equipment. With more than 80
sales, service, manufacturing,
and parts-stocking locations
around the world, we are always
in your “neighborhood.” It extends
to providing you professional
service and rapid delivery of our
genuine spare parts.
In the majority of cases, we ship
spare parts within 24 hours.
We can closely monitor your
spare parts usage and create a
customized stocking, service and
maintenance program based on
your needs.
Visit www.dresser-rand.com/products/controls/
for more information on our controls and
condition monitoring systems.
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Dresser-Rand
compressor types:
reciprocating
compressors are at
work right now in
BDC-18H3
these applications:
Up to 16-inch stroke
reciprocating 2, 4, 6, 8, or 10 throws, up to 45,000 hp (33.6 MW)
compressor
for every
application.
HHE-VL
Up to 16-inch stroke
1 to 10 throws, up to 22,500 hp (16.8 MW)
• Refining—Hydrogen and
We custom engineer each unit hydrocarbon mixtures are
by designing each cylinder compressed to produce
and valve, and select other clean gasoline, jet and diesel
components to meet your fuels, heating oils, lubricants,
specific operating requirement. HHE-VG asphalt, and other related
Our factory experts check Up to 15-inch stroke refinery products. In addition,
critical clearances and 1 to 10 throws, up to 9,450 hp (7.0 MW) Dresser-Rand compressors
dimensions, and perform are used to help collect and
inspections and tests to separate toxic gases which
facilitate installation. otherwise may be harmful to
The result is a reciprocating our environment.
compressor that meets BDC-12H
Up to 12-inch stroke • Petrochemical—Thousands
and often exceeds client 2, 4, or 6 throws, up to 8,225 hp (6.1 MW)
specifications, while delivering of products, ranging from
unmatched efficiency and plastic to shampoo, are
reliability. created by the compression
of various gaseous mixtures

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in many different chemical
NOMENCLATURE: HHE-VB processes.
Up to 12-inch stroke

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E
 SV—Straight Line Vertical
E
 SH—Straight Line Horizontal 1 to 6 throws, up to 5,000 hp (3.7 MW)
P
 HE—Phillipsburg
Horizontal Electric

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H
 SE—Horizontal Straight
Line Electric HHE-FB
Up to 12-inch stroke
H
 HE-F—Heavy Horizontal 2 or 4 throws, up to 2,250 hp (1.7 MW)
Electric (fixed crank)

·
H
 HE-V—Heavy Horizontal • Natural Gas, H2, and
Electric (variable crank) CO2 Transmission—
B
 DC—Balanced Direct HSE Dresser-Rand compressors
Connected (fixed crank) Up to 11-inch stroke provide an efficient means to
2 or 4 throws, up to 1,000 hp (750 kW) compress gases of all types
S XHHE-VY-Z – NL along pipeline networks.
S: Stroke (inches or mm)
X: Number of frame throws PHE
Y: Model number (for HHE 7-inch stroke
compressor model) 2-throw, up to 250 hp (200 kW)
Z: Number of stages (multiple
services separated by “-“)
NL: designates non-lubricated 11-ESH/V
cylinder construction (if applicable) 11-inch stroke
Example: 15" 4HHE-VL-3-1 single-throw, up to 250 hp (200 kW)
15", 4 throw, HHE-VL frame, with 3 • GAS INJECTION—Our units
stages (make-up) & 1 stage (recycle) compress carbon dioxide,
5/7-ESH/V hydrocarbon gas or acid gas
Up to 7-inch stroke to high pressures (sometimes
single-throw, up to 75 hp (60 kW) > 15,000 psi/1,000 bar)
for injection into oil wells to
increase oil production or
reduce environmental impact.

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Model of a typical block-mounted compressor installation.
 Regional Headquarters Manufacturing Operations

The Americas Dresser-Rand

West8 Tower, Suite 1000 Painted Post, NY, USA
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10205 Westheimer Road
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Houston, Texas 77042
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Paris 75784 France Bangunan Malaysian Re
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Complete list of local offices and service
centers can be found on our website at:
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