Burckhardt Compression Industrial Reciprocating Compressors, Laby Systems & Process Gas Packages

Direct engineering supply of heavy-duty industrial compression machinery, packaged process gas stations, and genuine component assemblies manufactured by Burckhardt Compression AG. We engineer and deliver Laby oil-free labyrinth piston compressors, cryogenic Laby-GI boil-off gas packages for LNG carriers and FSRUs, Hyper extreme-pressure compressors up to 3,500 bar for LDPE/EVA polymer plants, API 618 process gas skids, and zero-leakage diaphragm systems for hydrogen refueling infrastructure and clean energy applications.

Laby Labyrinth Piston Compressors

Oil-free reciprocating compressors featuring non-contacting labyrinth sealing on piston and piston rod, ensuring zero gas contamination and maximum uptime. Friction-free labyrinth seal design prevents cylinder wall and ring wear Available in 2, 4, and 6 cylinder crankcases with flow rates up to 11,000 m3/h

  • Friction-free labyrinth seal design prevents cylinder wall and ring wear
  • Available in 2, 4, and 6 cylinder crankcases with flow rates up to 11,000 m3/h
  • Discharge pressure up to 300 bar for demanding gases: NH3, Cl2, H2, ethylene, CO2
  • Exceptional mean time between overhaul (MTBO) reducing maintenance downtime

Laby-GI Compressors for LNG Marine and Fuel Gas Supply

Specialized cryogenic boil-off gas (BOG) compressor systems engineered for LNG carriers, FSRU vessels, and onshore terminal fuel gas injection. Direct cold BOG compression down to -160 deg C without suction gas preheaters High-pressure fuel injection up to 300 bar for ME-GI and X-DF dual-fuel main engines

  • Direct cold BOG compression down to -160 deg C without suction gas preheaters
  • High-pressure fuel injection up to 300 bar for ME-GI and X-DF dual-fuel main engines
  • Completely balanced crank mechanism preventing hull-transmitted vibration
  • Dynamic capacity turn-down control from 0% to 100% load demand

Hyper Compressors for Extreme High Pressure

Extreme high-pressure reciprocating machines engineered for low-density polyethylene (LDPE) and ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) polymerization plants. Discharge pressure capabilities reaching up to 3,500 bar (350 MPa) Single-train installed motor power ratings up to 30,000 kW

  • Discharge pressure capabilities reaching up to 3,500 bar (350 MPa)
  • Single-train installed motor power ratings up to 30,000 kW
  • Solid tungsten carbide plungers paired with specialized bronze pressure packings
  • Safe, continuous operation on tubular and autoclave polymerization reactors

Process Gas Compressors API 618

Heavy-duty API 618 reciprocating compressors built for refinery hydrotreating, petrochemical processing, gas injection, and aggressive syngas duties. Full compliance with API 618 standard specifications and safety requirements Horizontal balanced-opposed and vertical frames with rod load capacities up to 1,500 kN

  • Full compliance with API 618 standard specifications and safety requirements
  • Horizontal balanced-opposed and vertical frames with rod load capacities up to 1,500 kN
  • Hermetic gland sealing and nitrogen purge systems for toxic, sour, and volatile gases
  • Available in lubricated or non-lubricated cylinder configurations tailored to process

High-Pressure Diaphragm Compressors

Hermetically sealed diaphragm compression packages engineered for ultra-pure hydrogen refueling, helium recovery, electronic gases, and zero-leakage duties. 100% static leakage-free cavity ensuring zero fugitive emissions to atmosphere Discharge pressures up to 1,000 bar for hydrogen refueling stations (HRS)

  • 100% static leakage-free cavity ensuring zero fugitive emissions to atmosphere
  • Discharge pressures up to 1,000 bar for hydrogen refueling stations (HRS)
  • Triple-metal diaphragm assembly with real-time deflection/rupture monitoring
  • Guaranteed gas purity preservation for semiconductor Grade 5.0/6.0 and medical gases

Compressor Valves, Seats and Sealing Plates

Genuine Burckhardt Compression suction and discharge valve assemblies (Manley, Poppet, concentric ring, and plate designs) for all compression stages. Valve plates manufactured from Inconel X-750, high-grade PEEK, and 1.4435 stainless steel Direct supply of stage 1 & 2 valve assemblies including F1-102-7703 (D334x3, D286x3)

  • Valve plates manufactured from Inconel X-750, high-grade PEEK, and 1.4435 stainless steel
  • Direct supply of stage 1 & 2 valve assemblies including F1-102-7703 (D334x3, D286x3)
  • Precision-lapped seats minimizing flow resistance and aerodynamic energy losses
  • Complete overhaul kits containing springs, damping plates, guide pins, and lift limiters

Piston Rod Packings, Wiper Rings and Seals

Engineered pressure packings, wiper ring elements, and cylinder head sealing rings preventing process gas leakage and crankcase oil contamination. Genuine packing rings F1-304-9611 (D150/120x39.8) and shaft seals in 34CrAlNi7 Segmented oil wiper elements H2-001-9605 with bronze support rings G-CuPb15Sn8

  • Genuine packing rings F1-304-9611 (D150/120x39.8) and shaft seals in 34CrAlNi7
  • Segmented oil wiper elements H2-001-9605 with bronze support rings G-CuPb15Sn8
  • Cylinder cover sealing rings in high-performance Viton A70 and Viton VR1 elastomers
  • Garter tension springs fabricated from corrosion-resistant Nimonic 90 superalloy

Crankshafts, Pistons, Connecting Rods & Bearings

Precision drive gear components including crankshafts, crossheads, connecting rods, piston rods, guide bushings, and babbitt bearing shells. Piston rod bearing bushings M50060 and guide bearing covers M50091 / M50100 Crankshaft lip seals D280/310x16 and flat gasket rings D312/300x2

  • Piston rod bearing bushings M50060 and guide bearing covers M50091 / M50100
  • Crankshaft lip seals D280/310x16 and flat gasket rings D312/300x2
  • Forged alloy-steel crankshafts dynamically balanced for minimum vibration
  • Complete gasket and O-ring overhaul sets including factory bundle A40000

Customized Process Gas Engineering, Thermodynamic Modeling and Compressor Sizing

Our senior compressor application engineers execute comprehensive thermodynamic, aerodynamic, and rotor-dynamic sizing calculations tailored strictly to your specific process gas composition (dry hydrogen, anhydrous ammonia, wet chlorine, high-purity ethylene, natural gas, acid sour gases with heavy H2S and CO2 molar fractions), volumetric mass flow rates, suction temperatures, and discharge pressure limits. We configure the ideal compressor architecture: friction-free labyrinth Laby sealing, dry self-lubricating PTFE/PEEK rings, or lubricated cylinders, multi-stage compression ratios, interstage cooling, pulsation dampening bottles, and explosion-proof driver motor matching.

Packaged Turnkey Modular Process Gas Compressor Systems and Integrated Skids

We deliver fully integrated, skid-mounted, factory-tested process gas compression packages pre-assembled on rigid structural steel baseplates to minimize field installation hours. Deliverables include: bare-shaft compressor crankcase, explosion-proof electric drive motor or gas engine with flexible couplings, pressurized forced lubrication console with dual auxiliary oil pumps and stainless steel plate oil coolers, closed-loop cooling circuits, ASME Section VIII Division 1 and 2 pulsation dampening vessels, interstage gas-liquid knock-out drums, automated nitrogen purging manifolds, explosion-proof junction boxes, and a certified PLC control panel with SIL-rated safety interlocks, emergency shutdown routines (ESD), and remote SCADA telemetry integration.

Uncompromised Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Standards, Material Traceability and Factory Acceptance Testing

Burckhardt Compression machinery is fabricated in state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Switzerland and certified global production hubs in strict conformity with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, API 618, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, and European CE / ATEX explosion-proof directives. All forged alloy crankshafts, crossheads, connecting rods, nitrided piston rods, and high-pressure forged steel cylinders undergo 100% ultrasonic, radiographic, and magnetic particle non-destructive testing (NDT), hydrostatic pressure testing at 1.5x design pressure, and rigorous Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) with complete mechanical run, gas leak tightness verification, and full vibration spectrum inspection prior to shipment.

Direct Factory Sourcing, International Logistics, Warranty Protection and Lifecycle Spare Parts Management

We provide reliable, direct factory-authorized supply channels for genuine Burckhardt Compression systems backed by complete manufacturer documentation, mill test certificates EN 10204 3.1, and an official 12 to 24-month comprehensive mechanical warranty. We deliver turnkey lifecycle services including on-site installation supervision, cold and hot commissioning, field gas run-in, operator maintenance training, rapid scheduled replenishment of critical consumable spares (valve assemblies, damping plates, springs, wiper rings, high-pressure packings, babbitt crosshead and connecting rod bushings), and online RedRaven condition monitoring support to maximize total plant operational availability and avoid unscheduled downtime.

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