The performance of reciprocating compressors remains a pivotal topic in the design and optimisation of industrial process systems due to their widespread application in refrigeration, energy storage ...

The purpose of a compressor in a chiller is to lower the pressure and temperature of liquid refrigerant to a point below the temperature of the brine in order to allow heat to flow from the brine to ...

This is the first of three articles that describe BP’s experience with reciprocating compressor damage from liquids intrusion at two facilities, in Oklahoma and Alaska. Due to the different damage ...

The lubricant in refrigeration and air conditioning systems has many important functions. Even though the circulated refrigerant is the working fluid required for cooling, the lubricant or oil is ...

This is the final of three articles that describe BP’s experience with reciprocating compressor damage from liquids intrusion at two facilities, in Oklahoma and Alaska. Part 1 of the series (OGJ, May ...